Bend
Daily News
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bend Park and Recreation District is scheduling summer volunteer days for its Natural Resources and Trails team, with the first event on May 17 from 9 a.m. to noon on Manzanita Trail featuring litter pick up, raking, moving rocks and weed pulling. Future projects are set for June 7, June 28, July 19, August 16 and October 18—tools are provided while participants should bring gloves, water, sunscreen and appropriate clothing. Bend Bulletin
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Last month, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office issued 33 citations during a distracted driving crackdown as part of its campaign Put the phone away or pay—aimed at reducing mobile phone use while driving. Central Oregon Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bend's first Brews & Beyond brew fest will feature over 50 Oregon-based breweries offering beers, ciders, kombucha and non-alcoholic drinks. The event will have live music and the debut of the Oregon Drinking Pants Pageant, and it is seeking volunteers on Sunday (tickets include a souvenir mug and drink tokens). Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SELCO Community Credit Union awarded $77,500 in scholarships to 21 Oregon students, including two Bend students who each received $3,500 from a highly competitive field of applicants. All winners will attend a ceremony at SELCO headquarters in Springfield on May 22 — the awards are part of the SELCO Steps Up program to support diverse educational paths. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Workers finished installing a new waterline and paving a shared bike and pedestrian path on Olney Avenue yesterday as part of the improvement project. They will soon begin work on concrete, lighting, a sewer line and utilities—while the intersection of NW Wall Street and Olney Avenue remains closed through May. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Construction on a new air traffic control tower at Bend Municipal Airport continues and it will be ready by October. The project is a partnership between the city, the FAA and Deschutes County — set to boost flight safety — and will help manage more than 140,000 takeoffs and landings a year — which shows the airport’s heavy use. Central Oregon Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bend FC girls won their state championship on May 13 and have been invited to the regional tournament in Boise—where they will face the best teams in the Pacific Northwest. Central Oregon Daily
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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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Bingo Night at Midtown Yacht Club
6-8 p.m. — Midtown Yacht Club — $5 per round — Play Bingo for a cause and enjoy food, drinks, and meet adoptable dogs.
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Community Tour of KIDS Center
11 AM – 12 PM — KIDS Center — Free entry — Explore how the community is tackling child abuse and the healing journey of children.
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Terrapin Flyer
8-11 p.m. — Volcanic Theatre Pub — $25 — Experience the renowned Terrapin Flyer as they bring the spirit of the Grateful Dead to the stage.
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Bend Women’s Expo
5 PM — 12 AM — 18575 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and connection with unique activities and wine tastings.
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Bend Brews & Beyond Festival
12-8 p.m. — Drake Park — $30-$55 — A celebration of local breweries and cideries with fun activities and live music.
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