Good morning, Bend.

Today, the U.S. Forest Service closes a section of the Deschutes National Forest southeast of Bend for wildfire work, forcing more than 60 homeless campers to remove their vehicles or face fines and jail—campers have until midnight to leave their spots.

Deschutes Children's Foundation will host the Ripples Gala on May 10 at Tetherow Pavilion to help local nonprofits face funding cuts—live music, auctions, and dinner are part of the event plans.

On Tuesday, Mid Oregon Credit Union opened its new headquarters in Bend’s Old Mill district with a ribbon‐cutting ceremony that marked the debut of a 16,000‐square‐foot mass timber building—built on the old tool shed site—to offer modern banking services.

The building features a drive‐thru ATM and teller lane on the first floor and offices on upper floors while costing over $9.5 million.

A suspect was arrested at the La Pine Post Office today just before 2:00 p.m. after a viral video showed him striking a small dog with a shovel — he faces charges for 1st degree aggravated animal abuse and 2nd degree animal abuse — and three dogs were taken into custody.

On April 30, armed police officers with two armored vehicles surrounded a southeast Bend apartment to demand that the person inside come out — they warned that force might be used — and two individuals surrendered with their hands up, one of whom was arrested.

Bend Police responded to a standoff on Wednesday afternoon at a SE Bend apartment near SE Fourth Street and McKinley Avenue — using armored vehicles and drawing their weapons — before two individuals were detained when they exited with their hands up.

Caldera High teacher Bekki Tucker was named the 2025 Oregon Financial Empowerment Award winner for her work in creating a personal finance curriculum for the Bend-La Pine School District.

She will receive $1,500 and her school $500 (with additional $500 in scholarship funds provided to selected students) as Oregon prepares to implement a new personal finance graduation requirement.

A federal judge denied a temporary restraining order and allowed officials to evict a group of 60 to 80 homeless campers from a section of Deschutes National Forest southeast of Bend today as part of a restoration plan to reduce wildfire risk.

Campers, including many who are disabled, face uncertainty about where to move their belongings since relocation support has not materialized.

A federal judge denied a temporary restraining order that would have stopped the planned closure of thousands of acres in the Deschutes National Forest and the removal of homeless campers near Bend.

Forest Service officials will close the China Hat Road area today for the Cabin Butte Vegetation Management Project — people who remain may face fines or jail.

Downtown Bend will host the Cascade Cycling Classic Criterium on June 14 as a bike race on a closed course organized by Horner Cycling Foundation.

The event will offer a $20,000 prize purse and will include junior races for children starting at age nine.

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.

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.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

6-8 p.m. — River's Place — Cost TBA — Celebrate with live music, handmade tamales, elotes, and specialty cocktails.

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.

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.

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.

Grease - The Musical

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Cascades Theatrical Co — Affordable tickets — Experience the excitement of Grease live on stage in Bend.

Bend Beauty Expo 2025

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center — $5 benefiting the Humane Society — Explore beauty with food, fun, and a chance to win prizes.

Mother's Day Brunch Celebration

10 a.m. — Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge — $30-75 — Treat the queen of your crew to a bold and beautiful brunch crafted by Chef Carlos Anthony.

Beertown Comedy Open Mic Night

6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs at this local favorite open mic event.