Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Thursday, October 2nd, 2025. The leaves are turning and Bend is buzzing with new projects, meaningful local work, and plenty to do across town and beyond. So grab that extra layer and settle in for your daily look at what’s happening around Central Oregon.
Let’s start with some remarkable locals making a big impact in health care. This week, the community is celebrating the Top Docs of Central Oregon. These aren’t just physicians, but dedicated medical professionals who go the extra mile—like Dr. Adam Angeles, flying out with Angel Flight West to deliver much-needed wound care to rural patients, and Amy Snow, a dermatology PA who’s made her mobile clinic a fixture for teens in need across the region. While you’re getting outside this season, remember that the compassionate work of providers like Linda Hatch, patrolling on the ski slopes, and sports medicine hero Mark Goodman, have helped keep our community safe and healthy in unexpected ways.
Speaking of the outdoors, the crisp air is your invitation to sample some of the Pacific Northwest’s best fresh hops, right as a new crop comes into season. Stop by Wildfired, the city’s newest wood-fired pizza cart behind GoodLife Brewing, or enjoy the communal vibes at Boone Dog in Sisters. Both spots are perfect for a casual bite or a family meal as the sun sets a little earlier each night.
For events, your calendar is full tonight and through the weekend. Locals seeking fun and connection can check out Thursday Night Live at Mountain Burger or head to any number of meet-ups and happy hours, from the downtown fall vibes to Bend’s High Desert Innovation Fest. Book lovers might want to swing by the Psychedelic Book Club, while hiking enthusiasts will find good company on the Bend Watershed and Bridge Creek walk later today. If you’re in the mood for a laugh, Bend Comedy Open Mic continues tonight and promises a fun atmosphere for performers and audience alike.
There has also been a sharp reminder of the importance of prepping for winter as a pre-season furnace fire in northwest Bend caused major damage but, thankfully, no injuries. Fire officials urge everyone to have their heating systems checked—even brand new ones—test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and keep all combustibles at least three feet away from heat sources.
On the community beat, the Deschutes County Board is actively discussing redistricting, exploring how best to represent our growing population, while the City of Bend is reassessing the Greenwood Avenue project after a rise in costs and mixed reactions to recent street changes. Keep an ear tuned for opportunities to weigh in on these local decisions.
And congrats to residents for embracing sustainability—Bend’s turf replacement rebate program has led to significant water savings, with households using millions fewer gallons than last year. If you’re interested in converting your lawn before winter, the program still offers up to three thousand dollars in rebates per home.
Finally, as nights cool, now’s a great time to shop local and get ready for snow sports. The Skyliners Ski Swap is just around the corner, and there’s word of a new gourmet deli opening soon in the Old Mill. This is also the perfect moment to get the winter gear you need—new or pre-loved—to enjoy everything that a Central Oregon winter has to offer.
That’s all for now. This has been Bend Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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