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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A power outage affected more than 2,600 customers in southern Bend on Friday at around 1:02 p.m. in the 97702 area. Utility crews worked to restore power expected by 4:30 p.m.—the cause remains under investigation. KTVZ
- ➤ Bella Brides in Bend is donating dozens of prom-ready dresses to Cinderella's Closet, which offers free outfits for students to attend school events. The boutique made this choice as it now focuses on wedding gowns due to online competition—aiming to keep the dresses in the local community rather than sending them to Goodwill. Central Oregon Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ M.C. Smith Signs, a family-owned business in Bend that began in 1975, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year — it has grown from a small shop to a trusted provider of custom signage. Owner Chis Linderman said the company will continue to serve local businesses with innovative and quality work — upholding its longstanding values of service and craftsmanship. KTVZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Less than three weeks before his trial for killing his mother, a Bend man pleaded guilty to manslaughter — he now faces a likely 20-year prison term with sentencing set for July 22. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Leah Blevins is set to headline the Summer Festival on July 13 from 8:30-10 p.m. on the main stage at Oregon Ave. near Wall St. in downtown Bend, and the country and gospel singer from Sandy Hook, Kentucky recently signed with Major Bob Music and will perform tracks from her new album Hundred Different Sides. Source Weekly
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon Department of Forestry officials said fire season will pick up as red flag warnings and early fires have caused staffing challenges after hundreds of wildland firefighters were deployed in the past 10 days following lightning and dry conditions — the agency is preparing by using multi-mission aircraft to detect new fires early. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ CORE3, a project to build a multi-agency emergency response center in Redmond, received over $10 million from the Oregon Legislature during the past session, moving it closer to its $50 million goal. Officials said the funding will begin phase one of constructing roadways and an emergency coordination center on 300 acres north of Redmond Airport — steps that boost preparedness for future disasters. Bend Bulletin
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bend’s median home price dropped to $693,000 in June—$139,000 below its record high in April—indicating a shift toward a more buyer-friendly market while a report noted a steady market in Redmond with its median price rising slightly from May to $530,000. Experts explained that the decline in Bend was linked to a larger inventory of high-priced homes and mixed activity among Realtors. Bend Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three Oregon high school baseball players are expected to be picked in the MLB Draft on July 13 in Cumberland, Georgia—Kruz Schoolcraft of Sunset, Slater de Brun of Summit, and River Hamilton of Barlow—continuing a trend of top local talent being chosen early by MLB teams. The Oregonian
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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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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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Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
10:30 a.m. — Deschutes Historical Museum — Reservations required — Explore Bend's historical architecture while strolling through the picturesque Drake Park Neighborhood.
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