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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The estate of Celia Lenore Hess filed a wrongful death suit in Multnomah County Circuit Court on May 27 after Hess died from heat stroke on August 30, 2024, when staff left her outside in near-100 degree heat. The suit, filed by her daughter Melisa Finch’s attorneys, names Frontier Senior Living + Aspen Ridge Retirement Community and seeks $12 million in damages. Source Weekly
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ El Sancho will reopen its restaurant on Bend’s east side on June 2—located at 335 NE Dekalb Ave—after it burned down about a year ago. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Sisters Bakery has launched its Americana Fare menu from Memorial Day to Labor Day, featuring unique pastries like S'Mores donuts and Loaded Denver Danishes that highlight classic American flavors. The bakery will host its Americana Fair on July 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. — a family-friendly event with balloon animal artists and face painters. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Beginning June 1st, the Bureau of Land Management will temporarily close 40 acres of public land between Bend and Redmond due to growing public health, safety, and environmental concerns from unauthorized long-term non-recreational camping—this closure aims to address issues from trash build-up, human waste, and damage to native vegetation. BLM will assess the area after closing to plan repairs, restoration, and set a re-opening date. KTVZ
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management announced that campfires, charcoal fires, or any open flames will be banned on parts of the Crooked, Deschutes, John Day and White rivers and on sections of Lake Billy Chinook and Lake Simtustus beginning June 1 and lasting through Oct. 15 to reduce wildfire risk. Commercial stoves using propane or liquid fuel are allowed while violators face fines up to $1,000 or up to 12 months in jail—officials said the measure protects public and employee safety. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Department of Emergency Management urges residents to prepare for wildfire season by assembling a go-kit and planning several evacuation routes—officials have set three levels: Green for being ready, Yellow for preparing to leave, and Red for immediate evacuation—and advise everyone to sign up for local emergency alerts. KTVZ
- ➤ On May 5, commissioners Tony DeBone and Patti Adair maintained control of redistricting by voting to keep committee appointment power—Commissioner Phil Chang objected to the move. They will choose committee members by next month to draft a new district map for a ballot measure set for May 2026 that will affect the 2028 election. Bend Bulletin
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Alpenglow Nights Concert Series
5-8 p.m. — Alpenglow Park — Free entry — Groove to live music every Thursday with local bands and family fun activities.
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Goose Live Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Experience the genre-blending sound and improvisational performances of the acclaimed band Goose.
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The Black Keys Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Tickets starting at $76 — Catch the electrifying sounds of The Black Keys in Bend, OR.
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Leon Bridges Live Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket required — Grammy Award-winning artist Leon Bridges performs his latest album and timeless hits in a night of soulful melodies.
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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 Bend’s top-rated open mic for comedy enthusiasts.
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Community Tour of KIDS Center
5-6 p.m. — KIDS Center — Free entry — Explore the journey of healing for children experiencing abuse in your community.
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Vibeshiftas Concert
7-10 p.m. — McMenamins Old St Francis School — Free entry — Enjoy two sets of Progressive Soul in a family-friendly environment.
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Mumford and Sons Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Tickets available now — Experience an evening of emotional and anthemic folk music as Mumford & Sons kick off their summer tour.
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Mumford & Sons Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Tickets starting at $107 — Experience the folk-rock magic of Mumford & Sons in beautiful Bend, OR.
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Bend Handmade Market
10 AM – 6 PM — Downtown Bend Business Association — Free entry — Explore a vibrant showcase of local makers and artists at this returning craft market.
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Christmas in July with Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive Santa
Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive has taken over for the Toys for Tots which has suspended operations in Central Oregon and Marines from MCL 1308 with support from Summit Health are taking over with our Santa on the 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st of July and 7 of August every Thursday at 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm BRING A TOY PLEASE its needed
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