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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ El Sancho in east Bend reopened its doors Monday after nearly a year of rebuilding from a fire — its menu still features popular carnitas and beef barbacoa tacos. Central Oregon Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bend Police arrested Nathaniel Benjamin Wright, 36, on Friday after a family member reported he planned a potential mass shooting following a family argument on NE Waller Avenue—officers used a drone to monitor his home and stopped his truck at gunpoint before he left, and they later secured an extreme risk protection order. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ A Bend man was arrested on Friday after reportedly threatening a mass shooting during a family argument—he was taken into custody and evaluated at a hospital—and officers stopped his truck when he left his home carrying an AR-15–style rifle and a duffle bag. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ A Bend man, Tony Latrell Williams, 42, was identified as the suspect who stabbed 12 people at a Salem men's shelter Sunday night—police said five victims remained in critical condition—and he now faces 12 counts of second-degree assault. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Best-selling mystery writer Kendra Elliot will publish her new novel Her First Mistake on June 10. The book starts with a murder at a California mansion and later follows Deschutes County sheriff detective Noelle Marshall as she uncovers hidden ties to Oregon—showing the author’s deep connection to her home state. The Oregonian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two orphaned bobcat kittens rescued from a highway rest stop near Tygh Valley were transferred to Think Wild on May 19 for rehabilitation and are showing signs of recovery — they are gaining weight and beginning to display natural behaviors while receiving proper treatment to prepare for a return to the wild. KTVZ
- ➤ A three-week fuel reduction project is underway on a 150-acre property in southwest Bend owned by the Central Oregon Irrigation District—crews are thinning trees and cutting shaded fuel breaks along the Deschutes River Canyon to lower wildfire risk for nearby homes and infrastructure. Work along the access road will begin early June and will include closures to ensure public safety. Central Oregon Daily
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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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Avi Kaplan Concert
8-11 p.m. — Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of soulful music with Grammy-winning artist Avi Kaplan and exclusive VIP perks.
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Pacific Crest Endurance Sports Festival
Jun 13-14 — Riverbend Park — $ — Experience a range of endurance sports including triathlons and duathlons at this annual celebration.
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Styx & Kevin Cronin with Don Felder - The Brotherhood of Rock Tour
5:45-7:15 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Rock out with Styx and Don Felder as they celebrate decades of legendary hits.
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Clear Lake Kayak Tour
7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Fred Meyer — $120 per person — Experience a serene paddle on the stunning waters of Clear Lake with a naturalist guide.
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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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