First Pitch Forecast: Sunshine at the ballpark
The Bend Elks take on the Portland Pickles again at Vince Genna Stadium today! If you’re heading to the game, expect mostly sunny skies and…
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Still warm and dry, hottest temps arrive Friday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Wildfires have been the biggest concern across the region this week. Very warm and dry conditions have kept fire danger elevated,…
Continue Reading First Pitch Forecast: Stepping up to sunny skies!
The Bend Elks take on the Portland Pickles tonight at Vince Genna Stadium! Temperatures will be in the upper 80s for the 6:35pm first pitch, with…
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Very warm and dry this week, several active wildfires
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Wildfires remain the main concern this week, with several active fires bringing smoke, travel restrictions and evacuation notices…
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Very warm and dry week ahead, high fire danger
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon will remain dry and very warm this week, with wildfire danger remaining our top concern. An Air Quality Alert is…
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Furry Friends: Sweet and shy Missy has a playful side!
This week’s Furry Friend is Missy! This sweet mama arrived at BrightSide with her kittens, and now she’s ready to find a loving home of her own.…
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Hot Friday ahead, Red Flag Warning through Saturday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Red Flag Warning goes into effect at 1pm today through 8pm tomorrow. Hot, windy and very dry conditions could cause fires to…
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Local Alert Weather Day: Air Quality Concerns for Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We are extending the Local Alert Weather Day through Thursday due to ongoing air quality concerns. The Air Quality Alert is still…
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Local Alert Weather Day: Poor air quality, elevated fire concerns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Local Alert Weather Team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day today due to dangerous air quality conditions across Central…
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Heat, air quality concerns and storm chances ahead
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – An Air Quality Alert is in effect for Central Oregon today. Smoke from wildfires burning across the region could cause air…
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Increasing heat into midweek, areas of smoke possible
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – High pressure will continue building over the Pacific Northwest through midweek, bringing hotter temperatures to Central Oregon.…
Continue Reading First Pitch Forecast: Hot & Sunny!
The Bend Elks are back in action tonight as they take on the Ridgefield Raptors! It’ll be a hot evening at the ballpark, with temperatures in the…
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Furry Friends: Kyle is ready for adventure!
Meet Kyle! Kyle is an energetic, playful dog who is always ready for his next adventure. He has been enjoying BrightSide’s Dog Day Out program,…
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Possible air quality impacts, dry and hot pattern to continue next week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re expecting some impacts to air quality this morning due to nearby wildfires that started this week. Today will be mostly…
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Hot and dry pattern through the weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The weather quiets down to end the week, but Wednesday’s lightning sparked several new fire starts in parts of Oregon. Today…
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Above normal temps, strong to severe storms possible
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Hot weather continues today with another chance for showers and storms in Central Oregon. Highs will be in the mid 80s to 90s…
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Hot pattern, showers/storms possible today and tomorrow
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Heat has been building across Oregon and will continue through at least the weekend. At the same time, monsoon moisture is…
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Hot temperatures & more sunshine Monday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A ridge of high pressure will continue to build across the region today bringing more heat and sunshine. High temperatures…
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Furry Friends: Daisy is a senior sweetheart!
Daisy is this week’s featured adoptable pet at BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond. She may be a senior dog, but Daisy still has the heart and energy…
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Save the Date: Annual river cleanup, community garage sale and farmers market
Are you looking for something to do in Central Oregon? Jillian Fortner highlights three local events happening this weekend. For many more and to…
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