Bend
Daily News
Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Old Mill Classic Cruz event took place Sunday at the Old Mill District and featured classic cars, custom builds, and vintage motorcycles that drew families, car enthusiasts, and local vendors. Proceeds benefited Warrior Impact of Central Oregon to support local veterans. KTVZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials in Washington are monitoring a fourth person in King County for possible hantavirus exposure while Dr. Stephen Kornfeld from Bend remains isolated in a Nebraska biocontainment unit after testing positive; so far, none have shown symptoms. KTVZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pole Pedal Paddle competitors ran a multi-leg race at Riverbend Park Saturday that replaced skiing with running (due to inconsistent snow) at Mount Bachelor. Teams in costumes raced through mountain, fun, bike, and river segments while vendors and food trucks enlivened the finish. Bend Bulletin
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Brandi Carlile Concert
5 PM – 4 AM — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy-winning artist's latest reflections in an unforgettable live performance.
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2026 OSHE Spring Conference
May 20-22 — Riverhouse Lodge — Registration fee required — Engage with specialists in a collaborative setting for professional development and networking.
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Sugarhill Gang Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate hip-hop history with the iconic Sugarhill Gang performing their groundbreaking hits.
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Claypool Gold Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — $ — Experience a thrilling night of genre-defying music with Primus, Les Claypool's Frog Brigade, and The Claypool Lennon Delirium.
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Property Research Workshop: Uncover Your Property's History
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Deschutes Historical Museum — $50 per person — Learn expert tips to uncover the history of your property's address.
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Living Myth with Jared Anderson
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Hawthorn Healing Arts Center, LLC — $20 suggested donation — Explore life's landscape through storytelling and shared themes with experienced storyteller Jared Anderson.
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Bobby Lindstrom & Ed Sharlet Live
1-3 p.m. — Worthy Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy blues-based old school rock and roll with local favorites Bobby Lindstrom and Ed Sharlet.
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Birding by Ear
8-9:30 a.m. — Sawyer Park — Free entry — Join a weekly bird walk to explore local avian sounds and enhance your birding skills.
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Teen Volunteer Opportunity with Camp Fire Central Oregon
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Family Kitchen — Free registration — Engage in a meaningful day of volunteering while enhancing skills and contributing to the community.
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AROMA Thursdays
7:30-11 p.m. — Hola! Downtown — Free entry — Indulge in an elevated Latin experience with authentic cuisine, handcrafted margaritas, and dance lessons.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Albert Einstein
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