Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Wednesday, November 26th, 2025.
Today Bend wakes up under crisp late-autumn skies and a flurry of local buzz, setting the stage for both lively gatherings and important discussions. If you’re starting your day already thinking about what to do tonight, mark your calendar for Locals Night at Amaterra Kitchen and Social Club, an all-day affair where Bend residents converge for community, conversation, and craft cuisine. This recurring event promises a warm space to swap stories over locally inspired dishes and is quickly becoming one of the city’s favorite ways to connect with neighbors.
On the arts front, anticipation is building for Caldera High School Theatre’s upcoming debut of Disney’s Frozen Jr., with performances launching next week. The young cast has poured their heart into a show packed with memorable music, magical staging, and plenty of laughs for the whole family. Early ticket reservations are recommended, as parents and kids from across Central Oregon are expected to fill the auditorium for this enchanting musical.
If live music is more your rhythm, tonight Father Luke’s Room at McMenamins welcomes Bend’s own Riverstones. This folk-rock quartet kicks up acoustic dust with their signature blend of Americana grit and Celtic fire. Their shows are known for shaking the rafters, so if you’re craving an anthemic evening, this is the spot. For those who prefer some excitement mixed with a dash of luck, Beergarden’s Bingo Wednesdays are back, hosted by Ty Connor, along with a patio performance from Los Chava Rucos. As always, their concerts are free and all ages are welcome.
Turning to local headlines, the debate continues over Deschutes County’s new commissioner district map, which would grant Bend two dedicated seats and add representation for Redmond, Sisters, and southeast Bend. The move is stirring controversy among residents who worry districting may bring more partisan politics to the local table, even as commissioners are supposed to remain nonpartisan. The public will have an opportunity to weigh in, both in upcoming meetings and potentially at the ballot box next year. All of this plays out as the county prepares to expand its Board to five seats, a shift that could reshape regional governance.
Meanwhile, concern remains strong for Bend’s hemp growers as federal and state changes threaten the viability of their industry. New rules from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission combined with federal restrictions on THC content are sending shockwaves through local farms. Many are worried these changes could drastically reduce hemp-related business and wipe out CBD products that residents depend on for wellness, particularly as restrictive testing standards and costly licensing requirements roll out in the coming months.
As the holiday season draws near, local homelessness services are reminding us that support is needed year-round, not just in December. Organizations like Bethlehem Inn and Central Oregon Homelessness Alliance are urging the community to keep donations and volunteer help coming, particularly as colder weather and economic uncertainty put added strain on vulnerable neighbors.
That’s your morning pulse for Bend: from lively eats and beats to important debates and community needs. This has been Bend Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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