Bend
Daily News
Sunday, June 29th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Corvette lovers gathered in Bend Saturday for the 4th Biennial Corvette Show-N-Shine at Lithia Motors Chevrolet—food trucks, a 50/50 raffle, and trophies were featured while $1,500 was raised to support a local mechanics scholarship. The club said Corvettes on the High Desert will be held next summer. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ A surprise flash mob erupted at the intersection of Wall Street + Minnesota Avenue in Downtown Bend on June 28th, briefly stalling traffic with a three-minute dance and drawing honks from drivers while delighting nearby onlookers. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers worked along the Deschutes River Saturday to pull invasive weeds and pick up trash from the banks and water. Coordinated by the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council — nearly 300 people joined cleanup efforts at sites including Riverbend and Farewell Bend parks to protect the river and nearby green spaces. Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum held a town hall today at Ridgeview High School in Redmond — she listened as community members voiced concerns on public lands, wildfire preparedness and education. The event marked the sixth of 10 meetings in her Give 'Em Hell Tour — her next stop is a telephone town hall on July 16 to reach more residents. KTVZ
- ➤ Gov. Tina Kotek said lawmakers may face a special session after the recent five-month session ended without passing a transportation funding package needed for the Oregon Department of Transportation. She said she will meet with her team today and expects every lawmaker to help solve the funding gap—emphasizing that the work is far from finished. The Oregonian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Campbell McKean, a recent Caldera High graduate and soon-to-be University of Texas swimmer, won national titles in the 50 meter breaststroke and the 100 meter breaststroke on June 26 after a strong performance at the nationals. He will join Team USA at the World Aquatic Championships in Singapore starting July 11—his wins keep his Olympic dreams for Los Angeles 2028 alive. Bend Bulletin
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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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+LIVE+ and Collective Soul Concert
5:30-7 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Cost info TBA — Celebrate 30 years of rock with Collective Soul and +LIVE+ at a dynamic outdoor venue.
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Bend Summer Festival
4-10 p.m. — Lay It Out Events — Free entry — Celebrate summer with live music, delicious food, and vibrant community spirit.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.
~ Chinese Proverb
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