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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office showed that six new homeless camps have appeared outside La Pine after Bend’s largest encampment was forced to close for wildfire mitigation. A cleanup with county jail inmates is scheduled for May 10 (as part of a regional partnership) to address the growing safety concerns (especially near new housing developments). KTVZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Department of Forestry’s Central Oregon District reported Friday that escaped debris burn piles have caused wildfires up to 30 acres when burn piles thought to be out rekindled, and fire officials warn residents that not following local burn instructions—like monitoring weather and fully extinguishing burn piles—can lead to citations and extra costs. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality announced that the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program will reopen on May 22 to give up to $2,500 for new electric vehicle purchases and higher rebates for qualifying low- and moderate-income households—applications will be accepted only for cars bought after May 22 with funds drawn from state vehicle taxes and an EPA grant. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Multiple road construction projects will affect Bend area roads from May 4 to 10 as Deschutes County, the US Forest Service and the city of Bend plan paving on Powell Butte Highway and Nelson Road, a bridge replacement on Hamehook Road and roundabout construction at the Deschutes Market Road intersection along with grading near US 97 that will divert traffic until May 15—seasonal closures on Cascade Lakes and Paulina Lake Roads are expected to remain in place until Memorial Day. County of Deschutes
- ➤ Senator Jeff Merkley will hold three town halls on May 10 — in Madras at 10 a.m., in Prineville at 1 p.m., and in Sisters at 5:30 p.m. where he will join Rep. Janelle Bynum — as part of his ongoing tour across Oregon’s 36 counties following a Senate scheduling change. KTVZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregon’s Cascade Cycling Classic Criterium will be held on June 14 in downtown Bend — elite men and women riders will compete for equal purses of $20,000 while the streets close at 9 a.m.; races will run from noon until 8:45 p.m. with additional events including a kiddie crit at 4:45 p.m. and a mile run at 5:15 p.m. Bend Bulletin
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Free Internet Safety Training Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Becky Johnson Community Center — Free entry — Learn safe and ethical technology use for children and adults in this informative training session.
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BLPEF Trivia Night 2025
6-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Exciting competition — Teams of three compete for trivia glory and prizes at a beloved local venue.
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Sweet Single Level Home in SE Bend
As sweet as the song itself, this single level gem is perched on a quiet pocket in the charming Mtn. High neighborhood where the pine trees touch the sky and sunlight spills through like waves. Be in a peaceful, wooded setting, offering unmatched opportunities to watch deer, birds, and other local wildlife right from your doorstep. The spacious deck that wraps from front to back is such a treat and a pleasure on those perfect summer evenings. Inside you’ll find updated finishes such as new interior paint, new light fixtures, recently painted cabinets and new backsplash behind the stove plus an updated primary bathroom. The formal entry leads to the dining room adjacent to the living room with its warm gas fireplace and useful built-in cabinetry. HVAC system and hot water heater system are only 4 years old.
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