Two-story structure built on wheels along NE Bend street sparks concern over what city allows — and why
A two-story mobile structure built by a homeless man along a busy NE Bend street is raising questions about what the city deems…
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‘Homes for Heroes’ helping Central Oregonians save money when buying or selling a house
A Bend real estate business has joined a nationwide effort to help first responders and other local heroes save some money when they buy or sell…
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C.O.’s prescribed burns bring smoke near and far, in a bid to reduce later danger, when fire season peaks
If you see smoke in the air, it’s fire, of course — but of late, it’s usually prescribed burns, not wildfires.…
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Two Central Oregon prescribed burns set to continue Thursday; small fire is allowed to burn in Badlands wilderness
Firefighters on the Bend-Fort Rock and Crescent ranger districts plan to continue prescribed burning operations on Thursday, if conditions remain…
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‘Steps Against Melanoma’ walks expand to Bend, other Oregon cities to raise awareness about skin cancer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. To help spread awareness, the 10th annual Steps Against…
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Think Wild prepares for more animals at its third annual Baby Season Baby Shower
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — Baby season is coming to Think Wild — the Bend wildlife hospital and conservation center. The nonprofit held…
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People clean out their garages to get rid of old, unused bike parts for Bicycle Bonanza Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s springtime, and there was a chance to do some helpful spring cleaning with your old bikes Sunday. There was a…
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Kids and families cast their lines at Redmond’s annual Children’s Fish Fair at Fireman’s Pond
Hundreds of children and families came out to the Fireman’s Pond in Redmond Saturday to cast their lines, hoping to catch a fish. It was time for…
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NAMI Central Oregon holds Redmond walk to promote mental health awareness, reduce the stigma
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At American Legion Community Park in Redmond’s Dry Canyon, 120 people came out Saturday to participate in the NamiWalks…
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Central Oregonians gather at Riverbend Park to support Saving Grace’s heroes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Saving Grace and the Happy Girls run threw a heroes celebration at Riverbend Park Saturday. The event celebrated Saving Grace’s…
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‘We didn’t expect it that full’: Prineville Reservoir rebounds to full capacity, just in time for summer
All the late-season snow has helped a popular reservoir reach full capacity, just in time for summer. Prineville Reservoir recently hit 100%…
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Invasive, noxious weed popping up in C. Oregon gardens prompts warning: Handle myrtle spurge with caution
A pretty but pesky invasive and noxious weed is making its way into Central Oregon gardens. Experts say myrtle spurge is not something you want…
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Kids, parents enjoy Mother’s Day fun at SELCO Kids’ Mini-Pole Pedal Paddle
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Saturday was the big day in Bend for the Pole Pedal Paddle, enjoyed by thousands. On Sunday, which also happened to be Mother’s…
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Bend families offer thanks and celebrate their moms’ love and hard work this Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a special time to celebrate the important role they play in our lives, as well as to cherish our mother and all they do for us,…
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Central Oregon Autism Movement celebrates the 10th annual Color Walk in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Saturday brought the 10th annual Central Oregon Autism Movement Color Walk at Highland Baptist Church in Redmond. About 1,000…
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Thousands of residents and visitors compete, cheer and celebrate Bend’s 45th SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle
It was picture-perfect weather Saturday for the 45th edition of the SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle, Bend’s signature multi-sport race, a mix of…
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City of Bend seeks public feedback on planned cycling, walking upgrades along Boyd Acres, Butler Market roads
The city of Bend is looking for public feedback on plans to add bike lanes to two major corridors in the northeast part of the city — Butler Market…
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‘It will help us tremendously’: Seven C.O. fire agencies get state grants to add staff, prepare for wildfire season
To boost capacity within the Oregon fire service and better prepare communities for wildfire, the Oregon State Fire Marshal announced Thursday the…
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Maragas Winery starting to see buds break in the vineyards after late cool spring brings delays
Doug Maragas, winemaker and vineyard manager at Maragas Winery in Culver, said Sunday he is very happy to finally see bud break at their vineyards in…
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People line up on National Free Comic Book Day to get free comics in downtown Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Saturday was National Free Comic Book Day, as it is the first Saturday in May each year. At Pegasus Books in downtown Bend,…
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