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Friday, June 6th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 29, a woman from La Pine drowned after her paddleboard fell into dangerous rapids at Pringle Falls—while on Sunday, a Bend man was rescued after being found face-down near the Portland Avenue Bridge, and officials stress the need to wear proper life jackets and use quick-release leashes on the river. Bend Bulletin
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cuppa Yo Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt announced it will open a new store near Bend Costco soon—marking 15 years of serving local customers. The expansion will add to its growing network while providing self-serve frozen treats in the region. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 13th annual Archaeology Roadshow will be held tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Deschutes Historical Museum in Bend; the event features exhibits, activities, and a panel of experts identifying personal artifacts—offering a three-part speaker series on local rock art, historic sites, and preservation. Bend Bulletin
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows OSU-Cascades contributed nearly $90 million to Central Oregon’s economy last year — with more than half of its students coming from the local tri-county area. The university employed over 900 people and generated millions in tax revenue. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday’s Euston fire in Redmond caused evacuation alerts and power cuts for about 10,000 homes and businesses+ it reminded residents to update their emergency plans and sign up for Deschutes Alerts to get quick updates in wildfire season. Officials urge everyone to check contact information and emergency kits regularly. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, June 11, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 9 a.m. at the Deschutes Services Building to review the Fiscal Year 2026 fee schedule, which sets new fees and rate increases for permits + licenses. County of Deschutes
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brighton Old Mill LLC will build 42 townhomes on the dirt lot across from Riverbend Park near the Old Mill District—groundbreaking work is expected to begin soon and the first units could be available by summer 2026. Bend Bulletin
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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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Bend Elks & Boss Baseball Summer Camp Week 1
9 AM - 12 PM — Vince Genna Stadium — $175 for the week — Young athletes can learn baseball from local players and enjoy fun activities like Slip 'N Slide Friday.
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Sound Bath: Midweek Reset
12:15-1 p.m. — Downtown Bend Library — Free entry — Experience the soothing frequencies of a sound bath to alleviate midweek stress and enhance relaxation.
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Taps and Tubes Networking Event
4:30-7:30 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Free entry — Connect over drinks and enjoy a chance to win cool raffle prizes.
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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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