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Daily News
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bend police are seeking potential additional victims in a child sexual abuse case involving 27-year-old Connor Duhn, who allegedly broke his release agreement by contacting a teenage boy online—authorities ask anyone with information to call the non-emergency line. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new research study led by Oregon State University and Celebrate Oregon Beer is testing if beer made with fresh hops tastes different from beer brewed with dry hops. Beer drinkers in Bend can sample a free 4-oz IPA at Deschutes Brewery starting Monday through the week while supplies last — the study will guide whether more brewers should use fresh hops in the future. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Oregon State University-Cascades will host a First Peoples celebration on Oct. 11 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Bruckner Courtyard—focused on exploring and celebrating the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. The free event will include an opening ceremony led by tribal members, demonstrations of traditional arts and crafts, Native dancing, and Native American food from Twisted Teepee, supported by the Bend Cultural Tourism Fund. Bend Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire near a Crook County campground in the Ochoco Mountains prompted an air response and law enforcement to evacuate campers. The blaze was reported at 12:22 p.m. Tuesday and burned about 5 acres, and an air attack plane arrived within five minutes—fire officials confirmed. KTVZ
- ➤ Tribal youth joined the Tribal Stewards program on Tuesday in the Badlands Wilderness east of Bend to train in eco-restoration by studying old-growth juniper trees and collecting native seeds. They will present their program experience today to the Burns Paiute Tribal Council. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon House passed a big transportation funding bill on Sept. 1 that saved over 900 ODOT jobs and kept key road services going. The Senate votes today on a measure — it will cost drivers about $66 a year to help fund roads for counties, cities, and the state. Source Weekly
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County in partnership with COSPA launches free community events this month to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of suicide prevention. The county will officially proclaim September today at 9 a.m. at the Deschutes Services Building in Bend — with additional events including a training on Sept.4, a walk on Sept.6, 988 Day on Sept.8, and a candlelight vigil on Sept.11. County of Deschutes
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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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Party Latino @ The Capitol
8:30-11:30 p.m. — The Capitol — Free entry — Experience the vibrant energy of Latino music and dance with a Bachata lesson and DJ entertainment.
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First Friday Art Walk
5-8 p.m. — Downtown Bend Business Association — Free entry — Experience the vibrant monthly celebration of art and community in charming downtown Bend.
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Principles of Power Workshop
4 PM – 12 AM — 20123 Cox Ln, Bend, OR — Check event page for costs — Explore the fundamentals of power training to enhance your vitality and independence.
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Sunday Morning Worship Service
10-11:30 a.m. — Boys and Girls Club — Free entry — Experience worship, biblical study, and community fellowship in downtown Bend.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Experience laughter and local talent at Bend's top open mic night.
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Kindred Craft Event
5-8 p.m. — UPP Liquids — Free entry — Celebrate community with local brewers, live music, and free food and drinks.
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2025 Oregon Festival of Cars
Sept 12-14 — Deschutes Historical Museum — $15-$75 — Celebrate car culture with a weekend showcasing sports and enthusiast cars in a relaxed atmosphere.
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PorchFest
3-9 p.m. — Discovery Corner Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with live local music and food at this family-friendly festival.
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Sunday Morning Worship
10 a.m. — Boys and Girls Club — Free entry — Engage in worship and Bible study in the heart of Bend.
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IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild at Drake Park
4-10 p.m. — Drake Park — Bring your own picnic and enjoy the enchanting sounds of live classical music amidst nature.
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