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Friday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Balloons Over Bend is a three-day event that fills the skies with hot air balloons — it kicks off today with a 6:15 a.m. sunrise launch at Jewell Elementary School and will continue through Saturday and Sunday with free public viewings — including Night Glow festivals in Bend and Redmond. KTVZ
- ➤ Shepherd’s House Ministries has urgently requested bottled water donations for its A Place at the Table initiative to help people facing dehydration during high summer heat. Donations including cases or pallets can be dropped off at Bend’s 1854 NE Division St and Redmond’s 1350 S Hwy 97—monetary contributions are also welcome. Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ An investigation by the Secretary of State’s Office found that Oregon’s Preschool Promise program wasted $1.4 million in grant payments between 2021 and 2024—state education agencies did not check enrollment rules properly. The report said some providers received funds even when they were closed, funds that could have helped serve more children. Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state police certification board stripped Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp of his certification for life after he lied about his education and hid his firing from a California police department—he is contesting the decision and will retire at the end of the month. The Oregonian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregon Pediatric Associates, the first local pediatric office that grew from one doctor to 29 providers, is marking 50 years in Bend. The group will host a community celebration at Alpenglow Park from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday — featuring bouncy houses, cotton candy and more — to honor its service. Central Oregon Daily
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New owners of the Boss Rambler property on Galveston Avenue proposed a 12,000-square-foot two-story commercial building with office space above a dining area and submitted initial planning documents to the city on June 26—developers still need to file further documents and secure permits before construction can begin. The planned project is part of changes in the corridor as the city prepares street upgrades to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. Bend Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Summit Storm outfielder Slater de Brun signed a rookie deal with the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday for $4 million after being chosen as the top high school outfielder in the 2025 MLB Draft—his signing marks a major step toward a professional career. 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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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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Mike Dawes Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Tower Theatre — $24 - $44 — Experience the creativity of one of the world's finest fingerstyle guitarists and electrifying performances.
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Carvin Jones Band Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Aspen Hall — Tickets not on sale — Experience the blues with Carvin Jones, crowned one of the 50 Greatest Blues Guitarists of all time.
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Beatles vs Stones - A Musical Showdown
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Tower Theatre — $55 – $75 — Experience the ultimate musical face-off between two legendary bands in Bend's iconic venue.
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Old Dominion Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Experience electrifying live performances from one of country music's hottest bands.
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Dispatch with John Butler - Summer Tour 2025
4-7 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an epic summer concert featuring Dispatch and special guests John Butler and G. Love & Special Sauce.
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First Friday Art Walk
5-8 PM — Downtown Bend Business Association — Free entry — Celebrate art, music, and community with vibrant local exhibits and performances.
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Craft Brewery Tours with Complimentary Tasting Flights
2:30-5 p.m. — Downtown Bend Business Association — Ticket purchase required — Explore Bend’s vibrant craft beer scene with tours and tasting flights at local breweries.
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Joe Bonamassa Live Performance
1-9:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the virtuoso blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa live in concert.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at Bend's top open mic event for locals.
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