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Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 50 volunteer members of the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Corps received the Silver Sparky Award from the state fire marshal for their fire prevention efforts in Sisters and Camp Sherman since 2015—completing 82 smoke alarm calls, 170 home assessments, and training 171 people. The award recognizes their dedication to protecting local communities. KTVZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding 13-year-old Stella McKay, who was last seen near Tetherow Butte in northwest Redmond after leaving her home and is described as 5 feet tall and weighing about 85 pounds with blonde hair and brown eyes, and anyone with information should call dispatch at (541) 693-6911 immediately. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Bend welcomes two popular events this weekend as Summer Fest begins today with hundreds of vendors, several concerts—and food, while First Friday returns after its July postponement to draw thousands of visitors. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Rev. Thomas Hennen was introduced Thursday as the bishop-elect for the Diocese of Baker—covering Central and Eastern Oregon—and he will be ordained on Sept. 18 at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Bend. He succeeds Bishop Liam Cary after Pope Leo XIV accepted his resignation on July 10. KTVZ
- ➤ The High Desert Museum will host its Welcome the Night event on July 16 to showcase nocturnal insects, bats, and owls from 6:30 p.m.—9:30 p.m. Visitors will use a card at 17 stations to earn a prize. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cascades East Transit will launch Route 8, a new pilot bus route in northeast Bend starting July 14 that operates from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday from Hawthorne Station with 19 trips and 12 stops (with adjustments planned for roadwork) and an express run to Cascade Village Shopping Center (serving Trader Joe’s, Best Buy, and Dick’s Sporting Goods) to better connect commuters with jobs, schools, and affordable housing. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Captain William Bailey was placed under investigation after making critical comments during a two-hour radio interview on June 20—this probe, which started on June 26, is ongoing amid political tension following former Sheriff Kent van der Kamp’s resignation effective July 31—Bailey said he would not apply for the interim sheriff position. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ ODOT delivered layoff notices to 483 workers on Monday and closed several rural maintenance stations, including the Sisters shop in Deschutes County—21 local employees will lose their jobs by July 31 as remaining crews must cover larger areas and slower winter services are expected. Lawmakers are working on a funding deal to restore essential resources before winter impacts worsen. Bend Bulletin
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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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Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
10:30 a.m. — Deschutes Historical Museum — Reservations required — Explore the historical Drake Park Neighborhood and discover its architectural styles with guided insights.
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Silent Disco Outdoor Yoga
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Donation Based — Enjoy a serene yoga session accompanied by a vibrant playlist while creating unique mantra rock art.
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Welcome the Night
6:30-9:30 p.m. — High Desert Museum — $10, Members receive 20% discount — Celebrate sundown and discover nocturnal wildlife under a dark sky with activities for all ages.
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Tab Benoit Live in Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Ticket info varies — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy-nominated artist Tab Benoit in a captivating performance.
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Munch & Music Concert Series
5:30-9 p.m. — Drake Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 34th season of free concerts with food vendors and local music featuring Thirteen Til Midnight and Dad Bods.
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Spanish Summer Sounds – Learn Spanish Through Music
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Downtown Bend Library — Free entry — Engage with Spanish through music and enhance your vocabulary in a fun and interactive setting.
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Of Montreal Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Volcanic Theatre Pub — Check website for price — Experience an eclectic night of alternative rock with Of Montreal.
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Dropkick Murphys Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Rock out with Boston's legendary punk band known for their energetic performances and crowd favorites.
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Maoli Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Tickets available online — Experience the uplifting fusion of country and reggae from Hawaii’s top independent artist Maoli.
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Salsa on the Patio
6-8:30 p.m. — River's Place — Free lesson and dancing — Enjoy a lively evening of salsa dancing under the stars with DJ Solo spinning the tunes.
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