Bend
Daily News
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bend’s new neighborhood park will be called Coulter Grove Park. The 3.1-acre site at 20185 Reed Lane — southeast of the Old Mill District — was approved by the Bend Park & Recreation District board on Tuesday and has $1.75 million allocated for its development. Bend Bulletin
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Toast Wear Inc. of Bend was named an early stage finalist at the Bend Venture Conference and received a $25,000 cash award for its personalized heating system for winter gear—its plans include a Kickstarter campaign next year. The event marked a key moment for local startups proving early revenue and product testing in the market. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Sunriver Brewing Co. announced it will close its westside location on Galveston Avenue on Nov. 1 because a neighboring construction project makes operations impossible, and the company said it will look for a new Bend location + continue service at its other sites. Bend Bulletin
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics did not release the September jobs report due to the government shutdown that began Oct. 1, leaving Oregon’s Employment Department and local businesses without key job data—officials warned that additional delays may hurt economic analysis. Bend Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three judges from the Oregon Court of Appeals visited Ridgeview High School in Redmond on Thursday — answering questions and holding oral arguments for nearly 400 students — as part of a statewide program that shows how the judicial branch works. The program gives students a firsthand look at the appeals process and explains the courts' roles in our government. KTVZ
- ➤ At a crowded meeting on Wednesday night, the Redmond School Board voted 3—2 to update Policy JBB back to the original language recommended by the Oregon School Boards Association—sparking heated public debate over school curriculum and diversity. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bend Park and Recreation District earned three awards on October 23 for its Miller’s Landing renovation, which improved river access with ramps, handrails, and a wheelchair transfer station. Aquatics Supervisor Shannon Gilman was named Aquatics Professional of the Year and district staff received the Lifesaving Award for handling two medical emergencies at Larkspur Community Center. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Deschutes County 9-1-1 recognized team members Trinity Diggs and Chris Perry after they received state honors at a Bend conference — Diggs earned Telecommunicator of the Year while Perry received the Commitment to Excellence Award, acknowledging their leadership in public safety communications. County of Deschutes
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity announced it is accepting applications for affordable homeownership at Bear Creek Village—a new community across from Bear Creek Elementary in Midtown Bend. The development offers safe, energy-efficient homes for local families, with a required homebuyer education that leads to a tailored mortgage. KTVZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bend High's volleyball team rallied from two sets down to win a five-set match at Summit High on Wednesday night, forcing a tie in the conference standings. The win kept Summit from clinching the title—coach Kristin Cooper said the players built a strong lead in the final sets. 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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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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Home Design Workshop at Wild Ride Brewing
12-2 p.m. — Wild Ride Brewing — Paid tickets include a free gift — Unleash your creativity by designing mood boards and receiving expert decor tips.
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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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APWA Oregon Fall Conference
October 28-31 — Riverhouse Lodge — Cost not specified — Connect with public works professionals for education, networking, and innovation.
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The Emo Night Halloween Bash with Chandler P
8:00 – 11:59 p.m. — The Capitol — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with a night of 2000’s pop punk and a live performance by Chandler P.
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Five For Fighting with String Quartet
7-9 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful music of Five For Fighting accompanied by a string quartet.
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Bend Witches Paddle
4-6 p.m. — Riverbend Park — Fundraiser event — Dress as a witch and paddle for a good cause along the river with family and pets.
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PUNK-O-WEEN 4 Costume Party
12-11 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — $20 — Experience Bend's annual punk rock Halloween party with 17 bands and all ages welcome.
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Bend Cars & Coffee
8-11 a.m. — Dilly Dally Coffee Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of coffee and car culture in the heart of Bend.
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Birthplace of American Sport Climbing: A History of Smith Rock
7-8 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Sold out — Discover the 150-year history of Smith Rock and its pivotal role in American sport climbing.
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