Bend
Daily News
Friday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregon irrigators are lowering the Deschutes River's water level today to help search and rescue teams locate the man missing from a July 19 accident at Dillon Falls—two women were recovered earlier from the incident. Bend Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bend performer J.D. Platt trains rescued shelter dogs to perform high-flying frisbee tricks at the Deschutes County Fair—his K9 Kings Flying Dog Show runs today at 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.—drawing local audiences with its unique blend of skill and fun. Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bend Park and Recreation District will open fall program registration on Monday, Aug 4 and Tuesday, Aug 5 for programs running from September through December. Registration opens at 6:00 a.m.—with sports, camps, and recreation programs on Monday and swim lessons on Tuesday—and community members may sign up online or in person at designated sites. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ City officials said the roundabout construction at Bear Creek Road, Pettigrew Road and Purcell Boulevard is ahead of schedule thanks to strong coordination; crews will finish the work this construction season and avoid an extra closure next spring—though the intersection remains closed through October. KTVZ
- ➤ A packed crowd in Powell Butte attended a Tuesday meeting to hear proposals for a massive power line that may come through the area—local officials and community members learned of the plan. Central Oregon Daily News's Peyton Thomas covered the event and reported on the public reaction. KBND
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A large off-grid estate near Alfalfa on Dodds Road sold at auction for $5.38 million after 44 days on the market. The property features five ensuite bedrooms, guest pods and a 10,000-square-foot shop— and the sale will help fund new homes for families in need. Central Oregon Daily
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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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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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Tedeschi Trucks Band & Whiskey Myers Concert
6-8 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of roots rock with two powerhouse bands in a scenic outdoor venue.
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Munch & Music Concert Series
5:30-9 p.m. — Drake Park — Free entry — Celebrate 34 seasons of free live music, family fun, and delicious food vendors.
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Fourth Annual Antique Fair
9 AM – 4 PM — Deschutes Historical Museum — Free entry — Explore a curated collection of antiques, collectibles, music, and food.
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High Strung Bluegrass Performance
3–4 PM — Downtown Bend Library — Free entry — Experience a lively performance of traditional bluegrass instrumental pieces from various cultures.
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Rainbow Kitten Surprise Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-defying sounds of Rainbow Kitten Surprise with their latest album 'LOVE HATE MUSIC BOX'.
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RÜFÜS DU SOL Concert
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Get your tickets now — Experience a transcendent performance from the world’s leading live dance act as they debut their new album.
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The Lumineers Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic sound and storytelling of one of the most beloved bands in alternative rock.
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