Bend
Daily News
Friday, May 9th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After a five-year break, the National Association of Letter Carriers is bringing the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive back to Central Oregon on May 10. Residents can leave non-perishable food items by their mailboxes—local letter carriers from Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville will collect the donations and deliver them to NeighborImpact’s Food Bank for distribution. KTVZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bend Police arrested 27-year-old Phillip Matthew Howard Evans on Wednesday after he was detained on suspicion of second-degree murder, first-degree assault and unlawful use of a weapon following the discovery of a middle-aged man fatally injured on NE Emerson Ave at 7:16 p.m.—an autopsy took place on May 8 to help identify the victim. Source Weekly
- ➤ Bend police say a Canadian man, Cole Nikolaus Sinclair, was arrested last December under Canada's extradition process for the July 18 homicide of 28-year-old Evelyn Jeanette Weaver whose SUV was found in Klamath Falls two days later and urge anyone who recognizes him to call 541-693-6911. Source Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Katie Tiktin, a teacher at Pilot Butte Middle School in Bend, will receive the National Award of Valor on July 7 for safely removing a loaded handgun from a 12-year-old student on October 21, 2024—her quick actions helped avert a potential school shooting—while Officer Jabral Johnson will be honored with a regional Exceptional Service Award. NASRO announced the awards and will present additional honors at its National School Safety Conference in Grapevine, Texas. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bend approved Phase 2 of its Transportation Fee on May 7 and will raise monthly fees—single-family accounts will pay $10.50 while non-residential rates will vary by building size—to double annual revenue for road maintenance and other transportation projects. The new fee will take effect on July 1 and first appear on August bills. KTVZ
- ➤ Timed reservation tickets for Lava River Cave are available starting today for the 2025 season from mid-May through mid-September, and visitors must book a two-hour entry block via Recreation.gov ($2 service fee applies per transaction). The cave opens on May 16 with tickets divided between a rolling seven-day window and a 24-hour booking period. KTVZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In April, Bend’s median home price reached a record $832,000 with more than one-third of homes selling for over $1 million (146 sales) and an average market time of 23 days (Beacon Appraisal Group data). Central Oregon Daily
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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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2025 Oregon ENA Educational Conference
12 PM – 10 PM — Riverhouse Lodge — Registration includes breakfast and lunch — Two days of educational sessions and networking for emergency nursing professionals.
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Women's Consignment Sale
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — WorldMark Bend - Seventh Mountain Resort — Admission varies — Discover great deals on women's clothing and accessories at this community consignment event.
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2025 SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle
The SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle — All day — Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort — Registration fees apply — Experience a fun-filled day of skiing, biking, running, and paddling in this iconic Central Oregon multisport event.
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Trivia Nights at Greg's Grill
6-8 p.m. — Greg's Grill — Free to play — Test your knowledge with friends for a chance to win exciting prizes and enjoy a fun evening.
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Happy Hour in the Garden
4-6 p.m. — The Environmental Center — Free entry — Volunteer in the garden while enjoying beverages in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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