Crook County Demolition Derby coming to Prineville October 17th
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Demolition derby fans will have a new event to check out this month as the inaugural Crook County Demolition Derby comes…
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International Walk + Roll to School Day set for Wednesday, October 7th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students and families across Central Oregon are encouraged to get moving Wednesday for International Walk + Roll to School Day.…
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Motorists reminded to adjust speeds for changing road conditions in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, the Bend Police Department is reminding motorists of Violation of the Basic Rule. It means you should never drive…
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Cascade Astronomy Festival brings free astronomy events to Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts will have several opportunities to explore the night sky this week during the Cascade…
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Crack seal work planned on B Street in Madras
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drivers in Madras should expect temporary traffic impacts this week as city crews complete roadway maintenance on B Street.…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum backs Medicare for All, citing rising healthcare costs
CLACKAMAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum announced her support Monday for the Medicare for All Act, saying rising healthcare costs are…
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Oregon gas prices drop slightly but remain 91 cents higher than last year
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon gas prices are down slightly this week, but they’re still well above where they were a year ago. According to GasBuddy, the…
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Battery-related fires caused 96 incidents in Oregon over five years
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s Fire Prevention Week, and fire officials are reminding you to be careful when charging your devices. This year’s campaign…
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Pet Pals: Diesel has been patiently waiting for his forever home
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For this week’s Pet Pals, Lynne Ouchida brought in Diesel, a sweet puppy looking for his forever home after being overlooked at…
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Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District wears pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and you may notice some Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District crews looking a little…
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Bend-La Pine Schools recognizes hardworking custodians on National Custodian Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today, October 2nd, is National Custodian Day—a chance to recognize the people working behind the scenes to keep schools…
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Malheur National Forest will start prescribed fires on October 3rd
MALHEUR NATIONAL FOREST, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Emigrant Creek Ranger District of the Malheur National Forest plans to begin prescribed fire operations…
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Making a Difference: Sleep in Heavenly Peace works to get Central Oregon children off the floor and into beds
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Central Oregon nonprofit is working to make sure local children have a safe, comfortable place to sleep. Sleep in Heavenly…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon offers 50% off dog adoption fees during ‘Barktober’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is offering 50% off adoption fees for all available dogs as part of its Barktober adoption…
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COCC Faculty Plan ‘Last Chance Rally’ as Strike Deadline Nears
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College faculty members are planning a rally Thursday as contract negotiations enter their final days…
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Captain Preston Prosser retires from Bend Fire after 24 years of service
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After 24 long and rewarding years of serving the community of Bend, Fire Captain Preston Prosser is hanging up the uniform in a…
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Bend police invite public to National Coffee with a Cop Day next week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Officers with the Bend Police Department are inviting the community to grab a cup of coffee and chat. National Coffee with a Cop…
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Oregon students reminded of potential SNAP food benefit eligibility
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As college students return to campuses across Oregon, state officials are reminding them they may qualify for SNAP food…
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COCC’s ‘Fall JobFest’ kicks off in Bend Thursday, October 1st
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, COCC’s ‘Fall JobFest’ is kicking off in Bend Thursday, October 1st. The event is open to everyone and takes…
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Happening Tomorrow: Prescribed burn planned southwest of Crescent
CRESCENT, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, firefighters plan to conduct a prescribed burn Thursday, October 1st, about nine miles southwest of…
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