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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Deschutes Public Library has urged active cardholders with cards issued or renewed before Jan. 21 to renew their library cards by Sept. 1 so they can continue using extra services + updated records will keep over 92,000 cards active. Bend Bulletin
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Search crews returned to the Deschutes River on Saturday using swift water teams, drones, divers and K-9 units to locate a man missing since a July 19 tubing accident near Dillon Falls—officials said reduced river flows from the Central Oregon Irrigation District improved conditions as over 40 personnel worked the area and asked the public to give them space. Central Oregon Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hayden Homes Amphitheater — located along the Deschutes River in the Old Mill District — will host 11 consecutive days of concerts from August 7 to August 17, featuring acts like Tedeschi Trucks Band, Lumineers, LCD Soundsystem, and Glass Animals. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Bend's Chris Carlberg, a local investment firm owner, went back to the set of Disney’s ‘Freakier Friday’ to play his old role as the drummer from a 2003 film after his wife encouraged him. The movie will open Thursday at Regal Old Mill and his return marks a full circle moment shared with his family—he said it felt like no time had passed. Bend Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews are battling the Stevens Fire burning about 6 miles northeast of Sisters today—resources include engines, a helicopter for bucket drops and a requested initial attack crew. Officials said the fire size is unknown and that crews had responded after smoke reports followed yesterday's lightning. KTVZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is on patrol at the fair and rodeo—engaging with attendees through a helpful booth—to answer questions and locate lost items. Deputies coordinate with partners—Redmond Police and Fire and an independent security firm—to quickly respond to any incident and keep the community safe. KTVZ
- ➤ Road construction has slowed travel in Bend as more than a dozen projects cause closures and delays using funds from a $190 million transportation bond approved in 2020 (projects include roundabouts, water and sewer pipe replacements, and street resurfacing). One roundabout on Bear Creek Road is expected to reopen by the end of October while the city will break ground on another roundabout mid-August. 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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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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Scotty McCreery Live Concert
4:00 – 5:30 PM — General Duffy's Waterhole — VIP packages available — Experience the rich vocals and storytelling of country music star Scotty McCreery.
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Theater in the Park: Rock of Ages
7-9 p.m. — Drake Park — VIP tickets available — Enjoy electrifying musical theater under the stars with classic 80s hits.
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