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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pet Evacuation Team is running a large animal shelter at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds for over 100 animals—including horses, goats, chickens and more—that were displaced by the Alder Springs Fire. Volunteers check on the animals all day — and the group has received generous donations from the local community. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Tuesday morning, evacuees from the Alder Springs Fire returned to check on their homes and animals after leaving Crooked River Ranch amid rising fire activity and power and water issues. They are sheltering at Highland Baptist Church and Ranch Chapel while animal staging areas at Over The Edge Taphouse and Deschutes County Fairgrounds remain open. Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Maya Barnard-Davidson of OSU-Cascades overcame a skiing accident brain injury on Mount Hood in December 2014 and graduated with a biology degree and chemistry minor on Sunday—she spent years studying part-time, recovering from a three-week coma and months of rehab, and now plans to rest and help on her parents' farm east of Bend. Bend Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crooked River Ranch residents fled on Monday night as the Alder Springs Fire burned 2,500 acres with no containment—helicopters and air tankers battled the blaze while Gov. Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act to protect homes. Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon lawmakers moved closer to making the $101 billion public pension fund carbon neutral within 25 years after House Bill 2081 passed the Senate with bipartisan support; the bill requires a 60% reduction in harmful emissions by 2035 and reaching net-zero by 2050 — a key step pending the governor's signature — as it codifies the Treasury’s Net-Zero plan. Bend Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Oregon has one of the highest hepatitis C death rates in the nation with residents 2.7 times more likely to die from the disease than those in other states (data from April reports), according to state health officials. Officials are asking for more resources to expand peer support and telehealth services and to improve screening and treatment in vulnerable communities. Bend Bulletin
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Killian Pacific secured long-term retail leases for Sisters Coffee and Drybar at Jackstraw, a 313-unit mixed-use project nearly complete in Bend. Residential pre-leasing will begin in July and move-in availability will start in October on a 4.7-acre site at Industrial Way and Lava Road — linking to the nearby Box Factory. KTVZ
- ➤ Jackstraw, a mixed-use development near the Box Factory, announced two long-term retail leases for Sisters Coffee Company — opening late this year or early next year — and Drybar, scheduled for early next year, adding 18,000 square feet of ground floor retail space. The 313-unit project is 80% complete, will begin pre-leasing in July and offer move-in in October with a shared plaza and validated parking for shoppers. Source Weekly
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Community Tour of KIDS Center
11 AM – 12 PM — KIDS Center — Free entry — Discover how the community is working to prevent child abuse and support healing for children.
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Touchmark at Pilot Butte Car Show
2-4 p.m. — Touchmark at Pilot Butte — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars while supporting the Alzheimer’s Association at this annual fundraiser.
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Jon Pardi Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy performance from country star Jon Pardi, blending traditional sounds with modern flair.
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Earth Wind & Fire Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless hits of Earth, Wind & Fire live in Bend's iconic amphitheater.
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Girls' Empowerment: Weaving
8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Skyliner Lodge — Registration required — A transformative camp for young girls to connect with nature and foster empowerment through creativity and mindfulness.
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Pine Forest Grange Community Jam
7-9 p.m. — Pine Forest Grange — Free entry — A supportive environment for acoustic musicians to showcase their talents.
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Overland Expo PNW 2025
Fri, Jun 27 – Sun, Jun 29 — Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center — Check website for pricing — The premier event for overlanding enthusiasts featuring expert classes and a comprehensive trade show.
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Barenaked Ladies Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience hits from the beloved Barenaked Ladies in a lively outdoor setting.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic Night
6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at this popular open mic event for locals.
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Postmodern Jukebox Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Tower Theatre — $54 - $74 — Experience a retro revival with performers from the popular YouTube channel in vintage attire.
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Thomas Paine
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