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Daily News
Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested a 17-year-old Bend resident who threatened a neighbor with a gun during an attempted break-in on Tuesday evening near NW Hunter Place; he was taken into custody around 9:30 p.m. at his home on (NW Florida Avenue). Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz said online misinformation falsely claimed his officers were doing immigration enforcement — he clarified that detectives in unmarked vehicles in the Old Mill District were part of a community program and that officers assist in immigration cases only with a judge’s warrant. KBND
- ➤ This morning, Deschutes County Commissioners added an agenda item to discuss selecting an interim sheriff after Sheriff Kent van der Kamp announced he will resign on July 31—officials are addressing the controversy from his placement on the Brady list and a recall effort. All three commissioners previously called for his immediate resignation and will decide on his replacement before next year's election—further details are expected from their deliberations. KTVZ
- ➤ Street paving will begin on June 30 as part of Bend's annual street preservation program with crews set to improve 67 miles of road lanes at a cost of about $4.85 million. City workers will repave 16 miles, chipseal 28 miles and apply slurry treatments to 23 miles along busy streets—residential areas will see work during the day to reduce noise. Bend Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Oregon health officials confirmed the first measles case of 2025 amid a nationwide surge in outbreaks as nearly 90% of patients were unvaccinated or unsure of their status—experts urge residents to verify their immunity and get an MMR booster if necessary. The Oregonian
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ At the western end of Simpson Avenue near Mount Washington Drive, the RootedHomes project began building small homes priced at $240,000 for two-bedroom units and $280,000 for three-bedroom units, well below Bend’s median home price of $772,000. City incentives and grants—like expedited permitting and tax exemptions—helped finance the project that aims to support working families and keep OSU-Cascades employees local. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Excavators began grading and removing juniper trees on June 19 at a 33-acre site near 15th Street and Wilson Avenue to start the Wildflower housing project, one of Bend's largest infill developments that will include 518 units and townhomes—developers will soon start blasting rock until February to prepare the site for construction. Bend Bulletin
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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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Lake Street Dive Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Tickets available — Celebrate joy and togetherness with Lake Street Dive's eclectic musical fusion.
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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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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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Munch & Music Concert Series
5:30-9 p.m. — Drake Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 34th season with live music, food vendors, and family fun in Central Oregon.
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The Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
10:30 a.m. — Deschutes Historical Museum — Registration required — Explore Bend's rich history through the stories of its early residents.
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Bend Cars & Coffee
8-11 a.m. — Dilly Dally Coffee Co. — Free entry — Connect with fellow car enthusiasts while enjoying coffee on Bend's Westside.
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Bend Elks & Boss Baseball Summer Camp Week 3
9 AM – 12 PM — Vince Genna Stadium — $175 per week or $50 per day — Experience the joy of baseball with local players while enjoying fun activities like Popsicle Wednesday and Slip 'N Slide Friday.
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