Bend
Daily News
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A nonprofit will host its first Trash Bash on May 30 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Cabin Butte National Forest closure area — family volunteers aged 10 and older can register online to help clean up public lands and learn about stewardship. Bend Bulletin
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mountain View Roadhouse has opened at the former Phoenix restaurant location in northeast Bend (as heavy snow and 45 mph gusts advise residents to delay travel until 5:00 p.m. today). Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sprouts Montessori in Bend received a $719,200 state grant to open The Orchard Infant Nest (a Spanish immersion child care center for infants and toddlers) later this spring at 502 NE Revere Ave; the center will serve 24 children from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tumalo Reservoir offers a glimpse into Central Oregon’s past as visitors can view a 1914 stone-arched bridge and bullet-marked wheelhouse near Bull Creek Dam. They should use designated pull-outs along Sisemore Road (construction detours may apply) and respect the boundaries set by the Tumalo Irrigation District. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Local conservation groups are hosting a public meeting on roadless protections Monday, Apr. 6 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Ray Hall (1500 SW Chandler Ave) at OSU-Cascades to discuss strategies for protecting 200,000 acres of wild public lands and critical water sources. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Deschutes County offers free yard debris drop-offs to help residents remove hazardous fuels ahead of wildfire season. Events are held in Bend (May 15-24, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.), Sunriver (May 1-2, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.), La Pine and Redmond (June 5-13) and Sisters (June 10-13). Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Redmond Municipal Airport crews finished the new terminal's foundation and began craning its steel frame as construction moves ahead — setting the stage for improved boarding and amenities in a project designed to ease overcrowding — with the terminal set to open early November. Bend Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mt. Bachelor received almost one foot of fresh snow this morning after a stormy night; ski patrol deployed explosives at 6:30 a.m. to clear softer snow + the resort opened to guests at 9 a.m. Officials advise caution as the season's snowpack remains below average. Source Weekly
- ➤ The high school track season is underway in Central Oregon as twenty standout girls athletes are highlighted for strong performances at district and state championships in late May— the list features top jumpers, sprinters and distance runners who earned honors last year. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Mount Bachelor got nearly 12 inches of snow amid moderate winds; four to six inches are forecast later. Today, after lifts close, the resort hosts a passholder party with cash prizes from pro snowboarder Danny Davis and a free BBQ at the West Village Deck. KTVZ
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Easter Brunch Buffet
10 AM – 3 PM — Juniper Preserve, Golf & Wellness Resort — Pricing not specified — Enjoy a refined springtime feast with thoughtfully prepared brunch classics and indulgent sweets.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with the top-rated local open mic comedy scene.
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Trivia Night at Wonderland Chicken
7-9 p.m. — Wonderland Chicken Co X Worthy Brewing — Free to play — Eat, drink, and test your knowledge for fun prizes during live multimedia trivia.
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That 90's Band Concert
7 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Ticketed event — Experience nostalgic 90's hits with That 90’s Band and a local youth opening act.
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Peaks Prom: A Totally 80s Night
Join the Seven Peaks community for an unforgettable throwback night featuring an 80s DJ, warm appetizers, dessert bar, beer and cocktails! All proceeds from the evening will directly support Seven Peaks School. Come for the one-of-a-kind experiences: DeLorean photo ops, 80s movies, song dedications, and more. Bid on awesome live and silent auction items!
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Raging Writers Spoken Words
2-4 p.m. — Spork — Free entry — Ignite your creativity with writing prompts and showcase your talent at the open mic.
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Natural History Pub: Exploring Central Oregon's Volcanoes
7-8 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Free entry — Delve into the fascinating geologic history and future of Central Oregon’s majestic volcanic peaks.
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THE LIFE WE HAVE - Film, Run, & Raffle for The American Cancer Society
After screening at over 20 festivals in the last year, filmmaker Greg Balkin is bringing the award-winning short documentary, The Life We Have, to Bend. In honor of the film's subject, Rob Shaver, Greg is hosting a fundraiser event for The American Cancer Society that includes a film screening, community run, and raffle.
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Bend Thirsty Third Thursday Networking Event
4-6 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free first drink — Network with design and construction professionals before enjoying local live music.
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Watkins Glen & MFG Live Concert
9-11:30 p.m. — Domino Room — Tickets on sale now — Enjoy an exciting night with the Maxwell Friedman Group and a mega Watkins Glen set featuring surprise guests.
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