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Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NeighborImpact has canceled two food programs in Central Oregon due to a 25% drop in food supply from canceled federal orders, leaving hundreds of families and homebound individuals without support. The Redmond mobile pantry that served 277 people closed after May 29 and the Fresh Express Home Delivery for 380 will end after June 27+ executive director Scott Cooper warned more cuts are coming and said lawmakers are being consulted while new fundraising campaigns will be launched. Bend Bulletin
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Americana will open on Bond Street in the historic Downing Hotel (formerly home to Seven Nightclub) in downtown Bend on Saturday. The new restaurant will serve its popular $8 OG burger and other burger options as the food truck closes this week and the team readies the space while it awaits its liquor license. Bend Bulletin
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bend man was arrested with a handgun and over two pounds of cocaine packaged for sale after CODE Team spotted drug-dealing behavior, but he was released on his own recognizance due to county release policies — a prosecutor said the release rules are concerning. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County and the city of Bend plan to close Juniper Ridge—an area of 1350 acres north of Bend—to camping by the end of 2026 as service providers work to connect campers to housing. The city will begin relocating some campers this Saturday to a temporary safe stay area of 170 acres while the Bureau of Land Management clears a federal parcel of 45 acres north of Juniper Ridge. Bend Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The family of Celia Hess, 76, filed a $17 million wrongful death lawsuit against Aspen Ridge Memory Care after she died of heat stroke last summer when she was left outside in nearly 100-degree weather + state inspectors later required the facility to boost staffing and improve safety measures. Bend Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today the Bend Elks open their 2025 season at Vince Genna Stadium against the Ridgefield Raptors with first pitch at 6:35 p.m.—players are arriving from college teams and new staff are training quickly. The team builds on last season’s postseason run—support grows as local players join the roster and ticket sales increase. Bend Bulletin
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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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Morning Ragas by the Pond
10:00 AM — Deschutes Historical Museum — Donation — Experience traditional Hindustani classical music by Wyetta Bontempo in a scenic pond setting.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30–9:00 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of laughter with local stand-up talent at this top-rated open mic.
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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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~ Benjamin Disraeli
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