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Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two 'No Kings' rallies are planned for Saturday, October 18th—one in Bend and the other in Prineville. In Bend, the event kicks off at Drake Park with music and speakers starting at 2:00-3:00 p.m. before moving to Peace Corner from 3:00-4:30 p.m., while Prineville will host its rally at Pioneer Park from noon to 1 p.m. KTVZ
- ➤ Jeremy Firkins and his partner Amy Adams will compete in Dancing with the Central Oregon Stars at Caldera High School on Oct. 18 — the event benefits Sparrow Clubs. Central Oregon Daily
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A small electrical fire damaged a Sisters home Monday morning on the 100 block of North Cowboy Street — fire crews from Sisters-Camp Sherman, Black Butte Ranch, and Cloverdale quickly isolated the electrical supply and reminded residents to check their smoke alarms as clocks fall back. KTVZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spa W — located near the Box Factory in Bend — announced it is closing after 27 years due to rising costs and the continuing effects of the pandemic. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ The longtime downtown Bend spa closed after 27 years because rising costs and COVID‐19 impacts made it impossible to continue — many customers now worry about their unused gift cards. KTVZ reached out to the owner and will share more details at 5:00 p.m. KTVZ
- ➤ Local businesses have launched the Regional Business Alliance to give Central Oregon a united voice on state issues—covering Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties. The group will hold a summit on Oct. 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Redmond City Hall for business owners to learn more. Central Oregon Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ OSU-Cascades held a First Peoples Day event on Oct. 11 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Edward J. Ray Hall—despite the rain, the celebration featured traditional dancing, regalia, food and music, and included craft demonstrations and heritage presentations from local groups. Bend Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Oregonians must prepare for winter by scheduling heating inspections, sealing drafty windows, and planning for power outages—experts warn that freezing temperatures can lead to costly repairs and health hazards like frostbite and carbon monoxide poisoning. KTVZ
- ➤ Mt. Bachelor reported five inches of new snow at the base area overnight Monday morning, showing early winter conditions ahead of the planned Nov. 28 opening. The resort will open the pro shop and host a Movie in the Mountains event—'The Nightmare Before Christmas'— on Friday while urging guests to steer clear of maintenance zones. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ODFW warns hunters that using drones, thermal imaging devices and e-bikes in closed hunting areas is illegal and gives poachers an unfair advantage — officials say this could lower buck numbers and force a reduction in legal tag issuance. The department also advised against using ChatGPT for hunting rules, urging hunters to check official updates for accurate information. Central Oregon Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo will take place from Oct. 16—18 in Redmond at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. The event will feature nine rodeo competitions and themed nights with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. 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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2025 BOW Annual BootCamp Sessions
9:00 – 11:30 AM — Volcanic Theatre Pub — Tickets start at $30 — Experience the thrill of the outdoor industry pitch contest and witness emerging brands compete for cash awards.
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Bend Venture Conference 2025
12:30 PM – 5:00 PM — Tower Theatre — Check the website for pricing — Engage with innovative startups and connect with industry leaders at this renowned entrepreneurial event.
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Next Stop Comedy Showcase
7:30-9 p.m. — Bridge 99 Brewery — Tickets may apply — Enjoy a night filled with laughter featuring a fresh line-up of stand-up comedians.
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Sam Bush Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the unique blend of bluegrass and progressive sounds from the iconic Sam Bush.
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Stayin Alive - Bee Gees Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of a full Bee Gees playlist with stunning visuals and heartfelt performances.
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Step Into the Ice Age
3-4 p.m. — Redmond Library — Free admission — Discover Ice Age archaeology with engaging activities and insights from an experienced archaeologist.
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Live Music Friday: Brenna Larsen
7-9 p.m. — Currents at the Riverhouse — Free entry — Experience heartfelt folk melodies and jazz-infused grooves by Portland’s rising star, Brenna Larsen, in a scenic riverside setting.
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Watkins Glen Halloween Dance Party
8-9:30 p.m. — Volcanic Theatre Pub — $23.53 — Experience a groovy Halloween celebration with YAK ATTACK and WATKINS GLEN paying tribute to the music of 1975.
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Beats & Bites Brunch with Samantha Hart
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Currents at the Riverhouse — Free entry — Experience soulful acoustic music by Samantha Hart, blending covers and heartfelt originals by the river.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic Night
6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter and local talent at Bend's top-rated open mic.
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