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Daily News
Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The first-ever Bend Bike Festival and Swap is underway at The Pavilion this weekend; it began on Friday with free admission, gear consignment, local vendors, live music and food trucks + all proceeds support Bend Endurance Academy’s mission to help more kids get outdoors. Central Oregon Daily
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Skier Jonathan Friedland fell near the Outback chairlift at Mt. Bachelor and hurt his leg badly—his girlfriend Ellie quickly used her jacket and Apple headphone cords to slow the bleeding until ski patrol arrived, and he was flown to St. Charles Medical Center where he is recovering on crutches. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bird Alliance of Oregon said that 60,000 birds normally fly over Multnomah County nightly but that number jumped to 700,000 on Wednesday and millions will migrate through Oregon from April until late May as birds head north to Canadian breeding grounds. Local bird watchers can visit many spots to see the action — from tufted puffins at Cannon Beach to diverse woodpeckers in Sisters. Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting April 27, Deschutes County and other agencies will limit road access for projects including the Hamehook Road Bridge replacement, with China Hat Road and FS Road 1815 closed for forest thinning and Lower Bridge Way near U.S. 97 detoured until May 15 — work will take place weekday mornings and afternoons with flaggers managing lane closures. Deschutes Market Road is closing at Yeoman Road for roundabout construction while Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road remain closed for winter and are expected to reopen before Memorial Day, weather permitting — drivers should follow detour routes. County of Deschutes
- ➤ Bend City Council published a proposal to raise the transportation fee on utility bills, with residents facing an increase of $4 to $6 per month and businesses paying more—approval may come after a May 7 public hearing with new charges starting July 1. Bend Bulletin
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Sleeping Beauty - The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine
2-3:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting love story of Sleeping Beauty with a dazzling ballet performance featuring 50 dancers and over 200 exclusive costumes.
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Robert Cray Band Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Tower Theatre — VIP Package Available — Enjoy an evening with five-time Grammy winner Robert Cray as he brings his distinctive blend of blues and soul.
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Yelawolf 45 Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex — All Ages — Experience the unique blend of hip-hop and rock from the chart-topping artist Yelawolf and special guests.
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Reno and Cindy Musical Duo Performance
6-8 p.m. — Silverleaf Café — Enjoy an evening with talented duo Reno and Cindy featuring great vocals and engaging performances.
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Craft Brewery Tours with Complimentary Tasting Flights
2:30-5 p.m. — Downtown Bend Business Association — Ticketed event — Explore Bend's vibrant craft beer scene with tours and tasting flights at local breweries.
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Cinco de Mayo Celebration
6-8 p.m. — River's Place — Cost TBA — Celebrate with live music, handmade tamales, elotes, and specialty cocktails.
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Happy Hour in the Garden
4-6 p.m. — The Environmental Center — Free entry — Enjoy volunteering in the garden while sipping beverages with family-friendly activities.
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Pollinator Pathway Bend Spring Kick-Off
4-6 p.m. — Wintercreek Nursery — Free entry — Celebrate spring with native plants and gardening stories at a local nursery.
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Kids' Cooking Class Series
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Hanai — Check event page for pricing — A fun and educational cooking series for kids aged 8 to 12 with parental guidance.
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Grease - The Musical
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Cascades Theatrical Co — Affordable tickets — Experience the excitement of Grease live on stage in Bend.
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