Oregon nurses vote to ratify contract with Providence, ending historic strike
By Luisa Anderson, Alex Jensen, KGW PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW) — Unionized nurses at eight Providence hospitals around Oregon have voted to ratify their…
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Crafters react to the closure of 800 Joann fabric stores, including Bend and Redmond
(Update: Adding Reaction Video) By Rob Wile, NBC News NEW YORK (KTVZ) — Fabrics outlet Joann will shutter all of its approximately 800…
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St. Charles Health System, The Center officially integrate; facility’s name changes amid effort to add more doctors
(Update: Adding Video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced Monday that its integration with The Center Orthopedic &…
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Skjersaa Group mourns the loss of Terry and Renee Skjersaa
(Update: Added video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Skjersaa Group is mourning the loss of its founder, Terry Skjersaa, and his wife, Renee, who were…
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Bend animal hospital says Olney Avenue project’s median creates access issues; city outlines effort to ease problems
Riverside Animal Hospital on NW Olney Avenue in downtown Bend requested and received support from its clients who attended Wednesday evening’s City…
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The Tafthouse: New food truck lot development on Taft Avenue brings excitement to SE Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Plans for a new food truck lot on Taft Avenue off Third Street have begun. KTVZ News obtained plans from the City of Bend showing…
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Americana to open brick-and-mortar location in downtown Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The popular Podski food truck, Americana, is set to open a full-service location in downtown Bend. There is no official opening…
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No love at the pumps: Oregon gas prices keep climbing, now average $3.77 a gallon; AAA has a look at why
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The transition to summer fuel is beginning, and that’s pushing pump prices higher in most states, including Oregon, AAA…
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Nome Italiano on Bend’s Westside closes its doors
(Updating with new details and video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Italian restaurant Nome Italiano announced on its website Monday that it is officially…
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‘Free beef!’ is back: Now it’s a contest by Abby’s Legendary Pizza in Prineville and Ericksons Thriftway
Say the words “free beef!” to long-time Central Oregonians, and many will well remember the yearly promotional event and ad campaign by Les…
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Wyden co-sponsors legislation to keep some of ski areas’ annual fees with local national forests
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden announced Monday he is co-sponsoring bipartisan legislation that would let national forests retain a portion…
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Problem Solvers: Uncovering XLNT Automotive’s troubles, Investigation reveals series of customer complaints and legal disputes
Redmond Business Owner Responds to Customer Complaints Editor’s Note: This article has updated to include an interview with XLNT Automotive owner…
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Longtime Bend real estate broker Sandy Garner receives C.O. Builder’s Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Harcourts The Garner Group Real Estate, a real estate agency, announced Wednesday that its founder, Sandy Garner, who retired in…
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Umpqua Bank’s 2024 Warm Hearts Winter Drive raises $340,000 for shelters, organizations
LAKE OSWEGO, Ore. (KTVZ) — Umpqua Bank announced Tuesday that its 2024 Warm Hearts Winter Drive successfully raised $343,966, for a grand total…
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‘I think it’s very exciting’: Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon offers brain surgery for pets
A dog is living a healthier life, thanks to a local veterinary brain surgery. The Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon is offering…
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SELCO Community Credit Union to accept applications for expanded scholarship program
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union will begin accepting applications on Saturday, Feb. 1 from eligible students interested in…
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RootedHomes will open lottery this spring for Rooted at 19th housing in NW Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes said Tuesday it’s excited to announce the upcoming opening of the Rooted at 19th housing lottery, located at 345…
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Central Oregon jobless rates hold steady as 2024 comes to a close; employment levels rose over the year
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rates continued to hold steady in December, showing little to no change…
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Two added showings of new film honoring Bill Healy nearly sold out; Healy Foundation donates $100,000 to MBSEF
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A memorable evening at the historic Tower Theatre brought together longtime community members, snowsport enthusiasts, and…
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Report: Oregon lost 3,700 jobs in December – the same number that it gained in November
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — In December, Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment declined by 3,700 jobs, following a revised increase of…
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