Mt. Bachelor’s summer operations begin with expanded terrain and activities
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin summer operations on Thursday, June 25. The opening will feature the most expansive…
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Deschutes County seeks public input for 2026 natural hazards plan update
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to gather public…
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Bend to expand water infrastructure with approved land transfer from Forest Service
BEND, Ore. — The U.S. Forest Service has approved a major land transfer that will allow the City of Bend to expand its Outback water system west of…
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Fish and Wildlife Commission heads to Redmond for two-day meeting
Redmond, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s Fish and Wildlife Commission is heading to Central Oregon next week for a two-day meeting that will put mule deer…
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There’s Good News: Bend cyclists of all ages invited to hit the course at Cascade Cycling Classic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For one afternoon, downtown Bend streets, usually filled with traffic, will belong to cyclists of every age and ability.…
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Bend City Council approves Climate Pollution Fee on natural gas appliances in new homes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After years of debate, Bend City Council has approved a new Climate Pollution Fee that will place charges on certain natural…
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Warm Springs Timber Company gets Forest Service approval for Camp Sherman log hauling
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Log hauling and road maintenance are set to get underway this summer in the Deschutes National Forest near Camp Sherman…
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There’s Good News: Culver High students bring back a beloved community landmark
CULVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A group of Culver High School students spent the final month of the school year bringing new life to one of the community’s…
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Nonprofits start campaign to bring proportional ranked choice voting to Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new campaign is underway by several nonprofits in Deschutes County that its supporters say could reshape how local leaders…
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Record Independence Day travel expected to impact Central Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – AAA projects 72.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home for the 4th of July holiday. This sets a new…
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Electric mobility grants to boost Central Oregon transportation access
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several Central Oregon organizations are among more than a dozen across the state receiving e-mobility grants aimed at…
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Warm and dry weekend ahead for Central Oregon after windy start
After a blustery start to the week, Central Oregon is heading into a stretch of classic early summer weather. The gusty winds and scattered mountain…
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There’s Good News: AT&T and Camp Fire Central Oregon team up to distribute 100 laptops in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — AT&T and Camp Fire Central Oregon partnered to distribute 100 refurbished laptops and offer digital safety training to…
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US-97 opens after being closed from serious 2-vehicle crash, possible fatality reported
TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — US-97 has reopened in both directions north of Terrebonne after a serious two-vehicle crash that shut down the highway…
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Mountain View High School celebrates Class of 2026 graduation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Against a stunning sunset, Mountain View High School celebrated the Class of 2026, honoring 271 graduates, including…
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Rising rodeo stars set to shine at Crooked River Roundup in 2026
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crooked River Roundup has announced the lineup of 2026 Young Gun contestants, a special feature event celebrating…
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Fire Alert: Evacuation orders downgraded for Warm Springs Residents
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Evacuation orders were downgraded to a level 1 from a level 3 around 8:00 this evening. Be sure to stay tuned for more…
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Bend Doctor Who Took Charge During Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak Finally Returns Home
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After weeks spent aboard a cruise ship off the coast of Africa, followed by a lengthy stay inside one of the nation’s most…
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New roundabout in Redmond aims to ease congestion and improve mobility
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond today celebrated a major milestone for the Eastside Arterial Project with a ribbon-cutting for the new…
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DEQ Continues Enforcement Over 6,000-Tire Pile on Central Oregon Property
Update: Added response from local tire company, which says it immediately stopped working with the property owner after allegations surfaced. BEND,…
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