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Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bend writers share their concerns about growing traffic congestion and a proposed switch to electric energy — one warns of rising costs while another calls for safer travel options as the community expands. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Mt. Bachelor is hosting a packed weekend featuring a free Kids Après cookie decorating event (12:00 pm to 2:00 pm at West Village Lodge), a slopeside bar, Passholder Early Ups at 8:00 am today, a sunset snowshoe tour at 3:30 pm, and New Year's Eve Luminaria on Dec. 31. Central Oregon Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Thump Coffee and Backporch Roasters in Bend are merging into Thump Backporch Coffee effective Jan. 1 + baristas, locations and names remain unchanged while shared back-office operations boost efficiency. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Downtown Bend shops were busy on Friday, Dec. 26 as holiday shoppers drove a 4.2% sales rise, lower than last year's 4.8% increase. Managers at Lark Mountain Modern and Long Crow Bungalow reported steady in-store purchases for electronics & clothing. Central Oregon Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Olney Avenue between Wall Street and Second Street will remain closed into January as crews replace water lines from the 1950s (planned to update old infrastructure). Motorists should use alternate routes until the work is complete. Central Oregon Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mt. Bachelor is expanding its ski terrain today after receiving 11 inches of new snow, doubling open runs with the Sunrise Lodge opening access to four lifts (Cloudchaser, Early Riser, Rainbow, and Sunrise) as well as a new Lava Tube Carpet. Central Oregon Daily
- ➤ Bulletin readers honored Redmond Kodee Kimball and Summit senior Caleb Branch as Athletes of the Week for Dec. 15 to 21. Kimball was named MVP at the Les Schwab South Coast Holiday Tournament at Marshfield High School (Coos Bay on Dec. 20) while Branch led scoring at the Silverton Tournament. 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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Sunday Swim: Cold Plunge in the Deschutes
7:30-8:00 a.m. — Riverbend Park — Free entry — Start your Sunday with a refreshing cold plunge in the beautiful Deschutes River for an energizing morning experience.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a hilarious night of local comedy at Bend's favorite open mic night.
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New Year’s Eve 2026 Celebration with Watkins Glen
9 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — $28 — Celebrate the New Year with live music, specialty cocktails, and a midnight champagne toast.
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Gino Vannelli Concert
8-10 p.m. — Oxford Hotel Bend — Ticket price unknown — Experience the timeless jazz vocals of Gino Vannelli at this unique venue.
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Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC) Class
8 AM - 4 PM — Ewing Outdoor Supply — Exam registration required (additional fee) — Gain essential skills for irrigation contract execution with provided lunch.
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Bend Thirsty Third Thursday Networking
4-6 p.m. — The Cellar — First drink free for registered attendees — Network with design and construction professionals in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Maxwell Friedman Group Concert
7 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — $19.25 — Enjoy an evening of live music in a vibrant local venue.
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CORK Mom Squad Running Group
9-10 a.m. — Miller's Landing Park — Free entry — A welcoming running group for moms of all running levels to connect and share experiences while staying active.
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Comedy Night with Anthony Poponi
8-9 p.m. — Bangers & Brews Westside Bend Oregon — Ticket price not listed — Enjoy a night filled with sharp wit and quick crowd work from comedian Anthony Poponi.
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