In this issue of C.O. Local BUZZ…

🤔Local Trivia Wednesdays

🌄Bend, OR Weather

📅 What’s Up Central Oregon?

🎃🐾🐕🐈Howl-o-Ween Pet Costume Contest

🎃 Halloween in the Old Mill District – Friday, Oct. 31 | 4–7 p.m.

📰Local News - What’s a Happening?

 🌋 Mazama Energy Breaks Record with World’s Hottest Geothermal System Near La Pine

 👮Commissioners Tour Deschutes County Jail

 🚛 Log Truck and Semi Crash Shuts Down Highway 20 East of Bend

🚧 Pilot Butte Summit Road Closing for the Season Nov. 2

 📰 More local news for you…

🚒⛑Fire & Rescue News

 🔥 Rural Bend Home and Trailer Destroyed in Fire; Woodstove Ash Disposal Under Investigation

🚨 Man Rescued After 30-Foot Fall at Sawyer Park

🚨Crime News

🚔 DUII Hit-and-Run Crash Leads to Arrest in Bend

📰Regional News

🥰Community News

🏴‍☠️Argh, matey: Bend neighborhood goes all out with Halloween pirate display 🎦

📆City of Bend Calendar of Events

🚧 Road Closures & Construction

💖Sponsors

😆Today’s Meme

🧠 Test your Central Oregon knowledge!

GOOD MORNING

 BEND

What’s Up Central Oregon? 

Are you looking for a wicked-ly good way to spend your Halloween this year? Come stop by the Old Mill District family-friendly Halloween party!

HSCO will be hosting a Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Contest that you will definitely not want to miss! Registration is open from 4-5:30PM and it is free to enter! Judging will begin at 5:30PM and local celebrity judges will hand out prizes for the top 3 costumes. Do you think your pup has the best outfit on the block? Be sure to show off their ghoulishly cool costumes at this can't-miss event!

🎃 Halloween in the Old Mill District – Friday, Oct. 31 | 4–7 p.m.

Celebrate a spooktacular evening of fun and community in the Old Mill!

• 🍬 Trick-or-Treating at participating shops throughout the district.

• 🐾 Pet Costume Contest – Register from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., judging begins at 5:30 p.m. near the entrance to Regal.

• 🎪 Aerial Performances by Central Oregon Aerial Arts – enjoy thrilling shows throughout the evening.

• 🧙‍♀️ Witches Paddle – Watch witches and warlocks paddleboard down the Deschutes! Launch from Riverbend Park at 4:00 p.m. (Donations accepted for MountainStar Family Relief Nursery).

🚗 Free parking available with staff on hand to help direct you.

🔗 Full event details here

Bend

🎵 Jonah Marais
Where: Midtown Ballroom, Bend
When: Wed Oct 29, 7:00pm
What: Pop singer/songwriter (Why Don’t We) on his solo tour.
More Info: midtownballroom.com/calendar
(Midtown Ballroom)

🎭 BEAT Children’s Theatre: Beetlejuice JR
Where: Open Space Event Studios, Bend
When: Thu Oct 30 – Sat Nov 8 (opening night Thu Oct 30)
What: Family-friendly stage adaptation of the spooky hit.
More Info: openspace.studio/events
(Open Space)

🦇 Katacombs — Bend’s Premier Goth Night
Where: Domino Room (Midtown), Bend
When: Thu Oct 30, evening
What: Monthly darkwave/industrial/goth dance night.
More Info: midtownballroom.com/calendar
(Midtown Ballroom)

🎃🎚️ Barely Alive (EDM Halloween)
Where: Volcanic Theatre Pub, Bend
When: Fri Oct 31, late
What: Heavy-hitting bass duo throws a Halloween blowout.
More Info: jambase.com/venue/volcanic-theatre-pub
(JamBase)

🎭 La Bon Burlesque: BITE CLUB
Where: Volcanic Theatre Pub, Bend
When: Sat Nov 1, doors 7:00pm
What: Saucy, seasonal burlesque showcase for grown-ups.
More Info: volcanictheatre.com
(Volcanic Theatre Pub)

Redmond

🎃👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Trick-or-Treat on 6th Street
Where: Downtown Redmond (6th St closed Black Butte → Forest)
When: Fri Oct 31, 4:00pm–6:00pm
What: Community street trick-or-treat hosted by Redmond Chamber & partners.
More Info: visitredmondoregon.com/event/trick-or-treat-on-6th-street-2
(Visit Redmond Oregon)

🎃🎶 Nightmare on General Duffy’s Street
Where: General Duffy’s Waterhole, Redmond
When: Fri Oct 31, 4:00pm–10:00pm
What: Outdoor Halloween party with live music, food trucks & costumes.
More Info: visitredmondoregon.com/venue/general-duffys-waterhole
(Visit Redmond Oregon)

Sisters

🎃🎵 Halloween Party: David Jacobs-Strain & The Crunk Mountain Boys
Where: The Belfry, Sisters
When: Fri Oct 31, 8:00pm–11:30pm
What: Roots-blues throwdown; costumes encouraged.
More Info: belfryevents.com/events
(The Belfry)

Prineville

🎃👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Prineville Candy Crawl
Where: Downtown Prineville (Chamber program)
When: Fri Oct 31, 1:00pm–5:00pm
What: Passport trick-or-treat at participating businesses; prize drawing.
More Info: prinevillechamber.com/events (Candy Crawl)
(CASA of Central Oregon)

👻🎃 Ghost Town Haunted House (Crooked River Park)
Where: Crooked River Park, Prineville
When: Fri Oct 31, 5:00pm–11:00pm (Little Boo 5–6pm; Haunted House 6–10pm)
What: 3rd-annual community haunted house; $5 admission; concessions available.
More Info: visitcentraloregon.com/event/ghost-town-haunted-house-4
(Visit Central Oregon)

Sunriver

🎃👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Trick-or-Treat in The Village
Where: The Village at Sunriver
When: Fri Oct 31, 3:00pm–5:00pm
What: Participating businesses hand out treats — look for “Trick-or-Treat Here” signs.
More Info: villageatsunriver.com/events/trick-or-treat
(The Village at Sunriver)

La Pine

🎃👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Figaro’s Trunk-or-Treat
Where: Figaro’s Pizza of La Pine
When: Fri Oct 31, 4:00pm–7:00pm
What: Community trunk-or-treat with candy and costumes.
More Info: allevents.in/la-pine/trunk-or-treat/200029062002014
(AllEvents)

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Local News…

 🌋 Mazama Energy Breaks Record with World’s Hottest Geothermal System Near La Pine

LA PINE, Ore. – A cutting-edge geothermal project on the flanks of Newberry Volcano has made international headlines. Mazama Energy announced Tuesday that its pilot site east of La Pine has reached a record-breaking 629 °F, making it the world’s hottest Enhanced Geothermal System (EGS) ever developed.

The breakthrough marks a major milestone in the race for affordable, carbon-free energy — particularly for powering high-demand systems like AI and data centers. Backed by Khosla Ventures and Gates Frontier, Mazama aims to scale up to a 200 MW project at Newberry, unlocking deep-Earth heat for 24/7 clean power. 🌍⚡

🔗 Read the full story and announcement

 👮Commissioners Tour Deschutes County Jail

The Board of County Commissioners recently toured the Deschutes County Jail as part of an official inspection required by Oregon law.

Commissioners Patti Adair, Phil Chang and Tony DeBone joined Sheriff Ty Rupert and jail staff for the walkthrough. The group toured living areas, medical and mental health spaces, reviewed sanitation and safety practices, and observed the care, supervision and discipline of the adults in custody

“It was great to see the Sheriff’s Office working with pride and keeping the facility in excellent shape,” said Commissioner Chair Tony DeBone. “You can feel the spirit of service here. People in custody are stable and well cared for, and staff manage the jail with each person in mind.”

Oregon law designates county commissioners as the official jail inspectors. If commissioners see problems or signs that laws are not being followed, they are required to notify the District Attorney.

 🚛 Log Truck and Semi Crash Shuts Down Highway 20 East of Bend

BEND, Ore. – A crash involving two semi-trucks, including a loaded log truck, temporarily closed U.S. Highway 20 near Rickard Road on Tuesday morning. The collision occurred around 8:30 a.m., according to Oregon State Police, when one truck slowed to turn left and was struck by the other.

🚨 Thankfully, only minor injuries were reported, but the highway was closed for nearly two hours as crews responded and cleared the scene. Authorities are continuing to investigate the crash.

 🚧 Pilot Butte Summit Road Closing for the Season Nov. 2

BEND, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will close the summit road at Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint to motorized vehicles beginning at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2. This annual seasonal closure helps prevent accidents due to slick winter conditions and will remain in effect through mid-April 2026.

🚶‍♀️🚴 The road will stay open to pedestrians and non-motorized users year-round, though park officials urge caution as winter weather can create slippery conditions. For updates or more info, visit the Pilot Butte park page.

📰 More local news for you

🏫 Bend-LaPine School Board Meets to Discuss District Goals
The Bend-LaPine Schools Board held a work session Tuesday to discuss long-term goals for the district. The meeting is part of an ongoing effort to update rules and guidelines to better serve students in the years ahead.
🔗 Read more on KTVZ

🚧 Franklin Avenue Construction Detour Changes
Heads up for drivers: Starting Monday, Nov. 3, the one-way traffic flow on Franklin Avenue between Fourth Street and Eighth Street will reverse—eastbound will be open, while westbound will close.
🔗 Details from Bend City

🎃 Halloween Block Party This Friday
The Old Mill District is hosting a family-friendly Halloween Block Party this Friday, October 31, from 4–7 p.m. Enjoy safe trick-or-treating, spooky fun, and live entertainment.
🔗 See the event on Cascade Business News

🐶 Pet Costume Contest at Old Mill District
Get those tails wagging! The Humane Society of Central Oregon invites pets and their humans to a Halloween Pet Costume Contest at the Old Mill District. Show off your pet’s spooktacular style and enjoy some festive fun.
🔗 Event info via MyCentralOregon

 Fire & Rescue…

 🔥 Rural Bend Home and Trailer Destroyed in Fire; Woodstove Ash Disposal Under Investigation

BEND, Ore. – A devastating fire north of Bend destroyed a home and adjacent trailer late this week, prompting a multi-agency response from Bend Fire & Rescue, Cloverdale Fire, and Alfalfa Fire Districts. The blaze broke out at a manufactured home at 65295 76th Street, with 911 callers reporting the structure fully engulfed in flames.

When crews arrived, they found both the home and a nearby camp trailer on fire. With the support of water tenders from Cloverdale and Alfalfa, firefighters were able to prevent the flames from spreading to other buildings on the property. Despite their efforts, the house and trailer were declared a total loss, and three vehicles sustained significant damage. Estimated losses for structures, vehicles, and contents total approximately $200,000.

The home was unoccupied at the time, but residents in a nearby trailer saw flames through their window, quickly called 911, and evacuated safely. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, though officials are looking into the possibility of improperly disposed hot ash from a woodstove.

As colder nights return, Bend Fire & Rescue reminds residents to take precautions with wood burning. Key safety tips include:

• Have your chimney professionally cleaned at least once a year to avoid dangerous creosote buildup.

• Always dispose of fireplace ash in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. Ash can stay hot for days and reignite unexpectedly.

• Place ash containers on a non-combustible surface until completely cool—never dump ash in trash cans or plastic bins.

For more winter fire safety tips, visit the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s home heating safety page:
🔗 https://www.oregon.gov/osfm/education/pages/home-heating.aspx

 🚨 Man Rescued After 30-Foot Fall at Sawyer Park

BEND, Ore. – A man suffered life-threatening injuries after falling approximately 30 feet from a cliff into the Deschutes River canyon at Sawyer Park late Monday morning. Bend Police responded around 11:07 a.m. after a 911 caller spotted the man at the base of the cliff, injured and unable to move. Officers reached the victim and provided care until Bend Fire & Rescue and Deschutes County Search & Rescue arrived.

The rescue team successfully lifted the man from the canyon just after noon, and he was transported by ambulance to St. Charles Bend. The victim has not yet been identified, and the incident remains under investigation. Bend Police thanked both fire and SAR crews for their swift assistance.

 Crime News…

🚔 DUII Hit-and-Run Crash Leads to Arrest in Bend

BEND, Ore. – At about 4:59 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26, Bend Police responded to a crash at NW 12th Street and Newport Avenue after a dark Chevrolet Camaro struck a light pole and fence and at least two occupants fled the scene. Officers identified the driver as 20‑year‑old Diego Rojo of Bend; a 21‑year‑old passenger was taken to St. Charles Bend with serious injuries. Witnesses reported one occupant dropped a bag while leaving; officers later recovered a bag containing a loaded firearm.

Rojo was located in an alley near the 1500 block of NW 10th Street later that morning and taken into custody without incident. He was arrested and lodged at the Deschutes County Jail on multiple charges, including Hit and Run (Causing Injury), DUII, Reckless Driving, Reckless Endangering, Assault IV, Burglary I, Obstruction, Criminal Mischief I, Criminal Trespass II and two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine). The investigation remains active.

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