Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Sunday, October 5th, 2025.If you’re out and about today, start your morning with the Bigfoot 10K at Riverbend Park, Bend’s oldest foot race and a fall tradition since 1976. Whether you’re running for a personal best or cheering from the sidelines, you’ll get to soak in the crisp autumn air and the beauty of the Deschutes River. The event kicks off at 9 AM and brings together locals of all ages for a true Bend experience. If you prefer a slower pace, Riverbend Park is especially lively this morning, so expect plenty of friendly faces out and about[4][6].Looking ahead, Silver Moon Brewing hosts its Storm Water Polo Cornhole Tournament this afternoon. Check-in starts at 2:30, the tournament rolls at 3, and you can enjoy food from local carts with beer, wine, and spirits available. There’ll be a silent auction supporting Bend charities, so bring the whole family out for fun and perhaps walk away with something special for a good cause[2].Bethlehem Inn’s annual Harvest for Hope Food Drive is also underway. This is a vital effort supporting those in need at Bend and Redmond homeless shelters. If you're able, consider dropping off canned goods or volunteering a bit of your time. Your support goes directly to families and individuals preparing to face the cold Central Oregon winter[1].FEMA has proposed new rules for communities participating in the National Flood Insurance Program, with real impacts for Bend and all of Deschutes County. These changes aim to better protect local fish habitats but could drive up construction and local government costs. The deadline for public comment is tomorrow evening, so if you care about development and flood risk, now’s your moment to be heard[5].In sports, Oregon State’s football team is struggling after another tough loss, while Summit High stands unbeaten atop the Intermountain Conference. Local teams are gearing up for an exciting week, and football fever continues across Central Oregon[1].For those looking to stay engaged through learning, Larkspur Community Center has the Lunch & Learn series coming up Tuesday. This week’s focus is hearing loss—expert Alison Benner explains the latest treatment options to keep conversations flowing at home, work, and in the community. The session is free, and dessert and coffee are provided. Community events like these keep Bend connected and informed[4].And if you already have next weekend on your mind, don’t miss the Walk to End Alzheimer's at Riverbend Park next Sunday, a moving and meaningful way to support families in the region battling dementia[4].Finally, local business news is buzzing, too. Two Bend companies have made the final cut for the Bend Venture Conference, a huge boost for home-grown innovation and jobs. At the same time, new federal SNAP eligibility changes are set to impact one in six Oregonians, meaning food security will remain a front-burner topic in the coming weeks[1].This has been Bend Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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