Bend
Daily News
Sunday, May 31st, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A free 'Slappy Hour' benefit at Bend Brewing Co featured local rock bands, skateboarding, art, and vendors to raise funds for cancer support organizations on Saturday. Event creator Jim Stowers (a cancer survivor) said the occasion aimed to raise awareness of important health signals. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, 330 households at Bear Creek Elementary received 1,800 native plants from Pollinator Pathway Bend to support water-wise gardens and pollinator habitats. The event was backed by the City of Bend Water Conservation Program, Worthy Garden Club & WinterCreek Nursery. Central Oregon Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Lutheran had its first individual state champion when sophomore Anthony DeMeyer won the Class 2A 110 meter hurdles on Friday at Hayward Field in Eugene, finishing in 15.69 seconds. He took advantage of an injured competitor to secure the historic win for his school. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Caldera freshman Rikaiya Griffin won the Class 5A long jump state title Saturday in Eugene—jumping 18 ft, 7.25 in—and also placed third in the 100 and the 4x100 relay after managing migraines; she hopes to hit farther marks in future meets. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Mountain View sophomore Chase Nosler won a state 100-meter sprint with a record time of 10.73 seconds Saturday afternoon at Hayward Field—he is the first individual champion from Mountain View since 2019. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Caldera junior Justin Parsons jumped 23 ft, 6 in (after earlier near-misses) at Hayward Field on Saturday, May 30 to win the 5A boys long jump state title; he becomes the third Wolfpack athlete to claim a state crown. Bend Bulletin
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Writer's Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Café des Chutes — $5 cash or Venmo — Engage in a monthly writing workshop with prompts and peer feedback.
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Lord Huron Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting sounds of Lord Huron in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Summer Kickoff BBQ
4-6 p.m. — Miller's Landing Park — Free entry — Celebrate the summer with a casual BBQ featuring good food and cold drinks.
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2026 Oregon Archaeology Roadshow: The Archaeology of Fire and Water
11 AM – 3 PM — Deschutes Historical Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the archaeology and heritage of Oregon with interactive exhibits and activities focused on fire and water.
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Badass Sound Bath
6:30-7:30 p.m. — CONTINUUM, A School of Shadow Yoga Bend Oregon — Cost varies — Experience a bold twist on relaxation through sound and movement that empowers and rejuvenates.
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Sagebrush Social
5-7 p.m. — Miller's Landing Park — Free entry — Celebrate high desert conservation with activities and networking in Bend.
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Thursday Night Live at Mountain Burger
6-8 p.m. — Mountain Burger — Free entry — Enjoy great music by Evan Mullins while savoring delicious food in a lively atmosphere.
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Picnic With Alpacas on a Working Alpaca Farm
12:30 p.m. — Tumalo Coffeehouse — Age 2+ welcome, up to 8 guests — Enjoy a delightful picnic experience surrounded by friendly alpacas.
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Yoga for Sustainable Mobility
8:30-10 a.m. — Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR — Paid parking — Experience a mobility-focused yoga class to enhance strength and flexibility.
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SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® Training
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Sisters Library — Free entry — Learn safe and ethical technology use in this informative training for adults and children.
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