Furry Friends: Willow would love a home with lots of squeaky toys
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Willow, a 10-month-old mixed breed looking for her forever home at Brightside Animal Center in…
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Save the Date: From a fly fishing film festival to early ups for Mt. Bachelor passholders, here’s what’s happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the International Fly Fishing…
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Making a Difference: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon asks you to step up and become a mentor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here at KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares…
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UPDATE: Bend man arrested on murder charge, accused of killing wife; judge orders him held without bail
(Update: Mitchell arraigned on murder, other charges) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Deschutes County judge on Thursday ordered that a Bend man accused of…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler speaks on Flock cameras, train traffic, road planning, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From the use of Flock cameras in Bend to road planning, KTVZ News asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your pressing questions…
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Hoodoo Ski Area plans to open Thursday; up to 50 inches of snow in the forecast
(Update: Adding Hoodoo news release) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area plans to open Thursday, with the current weather forecast of up to 50…
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DCSO welcomes Dozer, a new drug detection K-9
(UPDATE: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announced a new 4-legged deputy: Dozer, the…
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Redmond Municipal Airport searching for interested local businesses for food, retail, and vending concessions
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Friday, January 2nd, the Redmond Municipal Airport announced it is currently seeking interested businesses for…
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Furry Friends: Samantha the sweet senior pup
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Samantha, an 8-9 year old mixed breed looking for her forever home at Brightside Animal Center in…
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Save the Date: A weekend of music and trivia in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a free, live piano concert at…
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RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR: Mt. Bachelor and Hoodoo are celebrating the New Year in style, even with little snow
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you’re thinking about ringing in the New Year at Mt. Bachelor, below is a look at the resort’s snow stake camera from 6:30…
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Mt. Bachelor to open Alpenglow today, conditions permitting
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor announced it plans to start spinning Alpenglow today, December 29th. Here’s a look at the resort’s snow stake from…
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THUMP X BACKPORCH: Two big Central Oregon coffee names announce merger
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thump Coffee and Backporch Coffee Roasters will soon join forces. The companies announced they will merge in 2026. Thump says…
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Save the Date: 21+ dance party, kids cookie decorating celebration, and more fun events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a 21+ dance party in Bend to a…
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Furry Friends: Sweet Sully loves to cuddle and go on walks
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Sully, a 7-year-old border collie mix looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in…
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Making a Difference: Healing Reins reflects on 2025, looks ahead to an exciting 2026
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — For this month’s ‘Making a Difference’, we’re spotlighting Healing Reins, where lives are transformed through the power of…
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Mt. Bachelor officially opens, kicking off long-awaited ski season in Central Oregon
After weeks of waiting, the lifts at Mt. Bachelor are finally spinning again.
The popular Central Oregon resort officially opened Tuesday morning,…
Mt. Bachelor announces opening date for 2025-26 season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Monday, Mt. Bachelor announced it’s opening date for the 2025-26 season. The resort will open Tuesday, December 23. The…
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Furry Friends: Darling Dusty loves his squeaky toys!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Dusty, a 1 1/2 year old mixed breed with a very playful spirit. Dusty came into the shelter as a…
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Save the Date: Jurassic Quest returns to Redmond, Bend Pavilion celebrates 10-year anniversary
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from Jurassic Quest returning to…
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