Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Sunday, October 19, 2025.
It is shaping up to be a classic fall weekend here in Central Oregon, with crisp sunshine and golden leaves everywhere you look. If you woke up to a little more excitement than usual, you are not alone. Residents in the southern Bend Romaine Village neighborhood are still buzzing after a startling explosion early Friday morning, which thankfully didn’t result in injuries but did keep fire crews and neighbors on alert. Repairs and investigations continue, so use caution and expect emergency vehicles in that area.
In lighter news, Cuppa Yo continues its homegrown success story, opening a brand new location on Bend’s north side. If you are looking for something sweet after your weekend hike or stroll along the river, go support this beloved local frozen yogurt spot. And if you love public art, Discovery West just unveiled a stunning new installation, a collaboration between the neighborhood and Bend Park and Recreation, so take a detour and check out the area’s fresh splash of creativity.
Halloween is creeping closer, and there’s plenty of spooky fun to be found. The ScareGrounds in Redmond are back this year, with not one but two haunted attractions: dare to enter the Asylum for the Criminally Insane or survive the Demented Toy Factory—both guarantee a frightfully good time for anyone brave enough to visit. Meanwhile, the city is coming alive with other seasonal activities from pumpkin patches to costumed pub crawls, so keep your eyes peeled for ghosts and goblins out and about tonight.
Music lovers can catch Almost, a popular Bend cover band, playing favorites from the 70s, 80s, and 90s at On Tap this evening starting at seven—great tunes, great food carts, and a lively local crowd make this a must. Fans of local trivia, you are also covered at On Tap tonight, so grab your smartest friends and compete for some local bragging rights.
Sports fans, the Oregon State Beavers finally snapped their seven-game skid with a decisive win over Lafayette last night, notching their very first victory under interim coach Robb Akey and sparking hope for a late season turnaround. Beavers fans have a bye next weekend, so it’s a great chance, win or lose, to enjoy all that fall in Bend has to offer.
Rounding out today’s events, those looking for relaxation and self-care can join Recovery Dharma at the OSU Center for Contemplative Practice this afternoon, or challenge themselves with the Efficient Climber’s Toolbox at the McAlexander Climbing Center later tonight.
With federal funding cuts squeezing some services and schools, stories like Bend FFA’s recognition at the National Chapter Awards show that community spirit persists. Remember also to watch out for a rise in local cybercrime threats—protect your data, especially as online holiday shopping picks up.
From art unveilings to haunted attractions, from local sports milestones to cozy gatherings at your favorite food halls, Bend is buzzing with the richness of autumn life. This has been Bend Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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