Bend
Daily News
Friday, November 14th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes Public Library Director Todd Dunkelberg announced he will retire in September, ending his 16 years as director and 26 years with the library system. The library board will begin a national search for his replacement in January with a four to six week transition planned. KTVZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ JIA Asian Street Kitchen in southwest Bend introduced BaoBao, a robotic server that helps deliver meals — management said the tech is meant to support staff rather than replace them. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Ma Dee Thai Street Food, a family-run truck led by Atima Guzzonato, opened last week at Bend RV Resort after its debut at a farmers market and quickly sold out its popular Thai noodle dishes. The truck serves customers Thursday to Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. — its menu features items like crispy pork noodle and chicken noodle bowls that have drawn strong local interest. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Johnson Brothers Appliances, owned by the Johnson family, celebrated 75 years of selling and servicing appliances in Bend by growing from a small shop in 1950 to a large store on Azure Lane—now led by David and Brian Johnson, the business serves builders and local buyers with a focus on personal service. Bend Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Charles Health System announced Thursday it reached an agreement with PacificSource that will let thousands of patients stay in-network on a one-year Medicare Advantage contract and a two-year commercial contract — the deal comes after earlier talks that aimed to avoid coverage disruptions. The agreement supports continued local access to care. Central Oregon Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three local football teams are still alive in the postseason — each needs one win to reach the state semifinals. Summit and Mountain View will host quarterfinal games today at 7 p.m. while Culver will play its 2A game on Saturday on the road — all aiming to advance further. 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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Coyote Rider Folk Concert
7-10 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Enjoy folk-Americana tunes — Kat Hilst, Kim Kelley, and Tim Coffey warm you up with storytelling melodies.
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The Stinkfoot Orchestra Tribute to Frank Zappa
7-8:30 p.m. — Volcanic Theatre Pub — All ages welcome — Experience a vibrant tribute to Frank Zappa's music with the talented Stinkfoot Orchestra and special guest Napoleon Murphy Brock.
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Community Conversations: Natural Resource Management
5-7 p.m. — Downtown Bend Library — Registration required — Engage in a dialogue about the state of local natural resources and your role in their management.
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Powderhound Preview & Fundraiser
6-8 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Free entry — Gear up for winter with local backcountry films and prize opportunities.
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Holly Bowling Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a night of virtuosic piano performed by Holly Bowling, redefining musical boundaries.
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Winter Business HOP
8:30 – 10:00 AM — High Desert Music Hall — Free entry — Network and showcase your business among local entrepreneurs in a lively coffee-inspired setting.
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Kids’ Entrepreneur Market
1-4 p.m. — Downtown Bend Library — Free entry — A unique eco-friendly market empowering kids ages 7-17 to learn entrepreneurship by creating and selling their products.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at the top-rated open mic in Bend.
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Thanksgiving Dinner at Currents
3-9 p.m. — Riverhouse Lodge — Reservations recommended — Savor seasonal dishes with river views this Thanksgiving in Bend.
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Gerardo Coronel Concert
9:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex — Ticket information available — Experience a high-energy night with El Jerry Gerardo Coronel and the best regional music.
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