Bend
Daily News
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregon Submarine Veterans christened the S.S. Redside model submarine at Riverbend Park Saturday. Built in October and debuted at last year's Veterans Day Parade, the 637-size model honored Navy traditions and supports plans for an Oregon submarine veterans memorial. Central Oregon Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Performers brought vibrant drag, burlesque, and live singing to Winter PrideFest at Campfire Hotel Saturday. A second Diva Drag Brunch will run today from noon to 2 p.m. — an event that adds to a weekend of parties, performances, and skiing. Central Oregon Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nelson girls basketball earned their first state tournament berth Saturday night at the Chiles Center by overcoming a nine-point deficit to beat Southridge 60-55 — junior Nylah Webster’s three-pointer sparked the comeback, and the team will face a quarterfinal opponent on Thursday. The Oregonian
- ➤ Redmond girls basketball broke three scoring records and secured a state tournament trip with a 102-16 win over North Eugene on March 7. Crook County advanced to the 5A state tournament by defeating La Salle 61-46 in Prineville, with their quarterfinal scheduled for Thursday at 8:15 p.m. at Linfield. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Bend High and Summit skiers competed at the Oregon Alpine Ski Racing State Championships at Mt. Hood Meadows on Thursday and Friday. Bend’s team finished second and Summit third while Summit’s Elizabeth Connolly won the girls individual combined race + several Central Oregon skiers placed in the top 10. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Trinity Lutheran clinched the 2A state championship in boys basketball Saturday night at Pendleton Convention Center. The Saints held off Regis with a narrow win — the school's first state title and a 26 win streak. Bend Bulletin
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KIDS Center 101
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Deschutes Children's Foundation - Rosie Bareis Community Campus — Free entry — Discover the essential programs and services offered by KIDS Center for children and families.
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Trivia Night at Wonderland Chicken and Worthy Brewing
7-9 p.m. — Wonderland Chicken Co X Worthy Brewing — Free to play — Join a lively trivia competition with food and drinks and win prizes.
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Art & Health: Scalehouse x Health Care for All Oregon
Free and open to all, with food, drink, artwork, and conversation included. Join Scalehouse and Health Care for All Oregon (HCAO) on Friday, March 13, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, for an Open House to learn about Oregon's universal healthcare legislation and what it means for all of us. Also experience the new art exhibition, “Seeds of Abundance: Limits, Loss & Regeneration.” Donations from the night will support HCAO and Scalehouse.
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OHA Bend Chapter Banquet
4-10 p.m. — Riverhouse Lodge — Pre-registration required — Enjoy a festive evening of raffles and auctions including a State-Wide Elk tag highlight.
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Paint Your Own Pet with Sandy Klein
2-5 p.m. — Playful Paws Cat Café — Cost not specified — Unleash your inner artist while painting a portrait of your pet with guidance from an expert.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs at the #1 Open Mic for locals in downtown Bend.
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Child Abuse Awareness Training
5:30-7 p.m. — Becky Johnson Community Center — Free entry — Learn to recognize signs of child abuse and discuss prevention strategies to protect children and families.
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Josh Blue Live Stand-Up Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the humor of Josh Blue, a celebrated comedian with a vibrant and evolving stand-up routine.
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Spiritual Crafting: Handwoven Intention Bowls
6-8 p.m. — CONTINUUM, A School of Shadow Yoga — Check website for costs — Gather to create sacred vessels for holding intentions through mindful crafting.
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Spring Equinox Sound Bath
5-6 p.m. — CONTINUUM, A School of Shadow Yoga — Bring comfort items — Welcome the spring season in a soothing sound bath experience.
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