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Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Almost a month after the Flat Fire near Sisters destroyed five homes and forced thousands to evacuate, AT&T of Oregon donated $25,000 to support first responders and disaster recovery programs—$15,000 went to the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District and $10,000 to the American Red Cross Cascades Region. The funds will cover home risk assessments and emergency shelter operations. Central Oregon Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two popular restaurants on Galveston Avenue are changing names and menus as part of a plan to boost the local food scene — Runaround Sue will replace El Sancho following its October closure and winter remodel while Dump City Dumplings becomes The Roundabout Pub on September 26. Developers plan to add five new eateries and the city will upgrade roads with new sidewalks and lighting next spring. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Bend residents have less than one week to buy a Mt. Bachelor Season Pass at current prices before costs rise on September 30—Kids Ski Free and Outplay 365 passes will no longer be available—while new offers include a free bonus day with a 4-Day Pass and flexible payment options. KTVZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Longtime punk-blues duo Hillstomp will perform their final show at The Belfry in Sisters at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct.4 as they mark the end of a 25-year run. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ High Desert Museum in Bend will open the 'Joe Feddersen: Earth, Water, Sky' exhibition Saturday and run it until Jan. 18; the show displays over 100 works in ceramics, basketry, glass, and printmaking that span the artist’s 40-year career + admission is free. Bend Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Bend-La Pine Education Center, formerly Bend Union High School built in 1925, turned 100 on Sept. 7 and now houses district administrative offices. It will host an open house on Sept. 27 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. — featuring historical displays and school performances with food by Bend High culinary program. Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bend Municipal Airport is receiving nearly $4 million in FAA funds to rebuild its runway and install new taxiway lighting to boost safety—officials said the project will also extend the life of its two parallel taxiways. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Bend leaders chose a Broken Top truss design for the Hawthorne Overcrossing pedestrian bridge over Highway 97 to cut costs—saving an estimated $3-$5 million—and to reduce long closures on the Parkway thanks to off-site prefabrication and quicker installation. The change came after the Oregon Department of Transportation revealed that the previous design would add unexpected expenses for traffic control. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ State health officials turned over sensitive Medicaid data to CMS under legal pressure to avoid a $50 million fine+the report from April through June on emergency services excluded names, addresses, and immigration details+ to protect privacy. The Oregonian
- ➤ Starting Oct. 2, Bend DMV will be appointment-only on Thursdays while still accepting drop-ins on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday—drivers are now limited to two knowledge tests in 24 hours to curb repeated attempts by chance. Central Oregon Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Summit cross-country teams won at the Northwest Classic in Eugene yesterday and are preparing for the Nike Portland XC race on Friday at Blue Lake Regional Park near Gresham—where more than 100 high school teams from eight states will compete. Top finishers from both the boys and girls squads highlighted the teams' strong performances at the Classic. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Central Oregon viewers will watch college and NFL football as FOX and NBC air games this weekend—college contests on Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday, Sept. 27 and NFL matchups on Sunday, Sept. 28. The schedule starts with games at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. and continues with NFL kickoffs at 8:00 a.m.—providing local fans with a full football weekend. KTVZ
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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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Oktoberfest Celebration at Boneyard Pub
6 p.m. — Boneyard Pub — Beer and food specials — Celebrate the season with live music and craft brews at this annual fest.
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Neil Simon's Rumors
2 PM — Cascades Theatrical Co — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter and chaos in this clever comedy about misunderstandings and gossip among friends.
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Broken Compass Bluegrass Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant sounds of contemporary bluegrass with Broken Compass Bluegrass as they blend tradition and innovation.
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Ryan Meadow Restoration & Planting Project
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Fred Meyer — Free entry — Participate in planting native species to boost local wildlife habitats while learning about environmental stewardship.
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Brother Gabe Trio Concert
7-10 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Free show — Enjoy a lively performance by the Brother Gabe Trio in a cozy setting.
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Bend Fall Festival
11 AM - 10 PM — Downtown Bend Business Association — Free entry — Celebrate autumn with live music, delicious food, and artisan vendors in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Bend Festivals Volunteer Sign Up
7-11 p.m. — 704 NW Georgia Ave, Bend, OR — Free entry — Experience the joy of volunteering and connect with your community for a fun-filled weekend.
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Crystal Singing Bowls Sound Bath Experience
4-5 p.m. — CONTINUUM, A School of Shadow Yoga — Ticket required — Immerse yourself in soothing sounds to release tension and renew your spirit.
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Life in the Forest Canopy
7-8 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Free entry — Discover the secrets of the forest canopy with expert insights on biodiversity and ecological balance.
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