Pet Pals: Keep your eye on sweet little Milo – he’s a heart-stealer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynsey Harris got to meet sweet little Milo, a kitten who’s been through a lot, but is ready to give his heart and attention to…
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Community Conversations: Scouts of America help Central Oregonians recycle their Christmas trees
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When the holiday lights come down and Christmas trees start shedding their needles, the Scouts of America are stepping in to…
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Community Conversations: Habitat for Humanity Sunriver–La Pine unveils completed Restore Upcycle Challenge
SUNRIVER–LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity of Sunriver–La Pine is showcasing the finished projects from this year’s Restore Upcycle…
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Community Conversations: Local author offers strategies to quiet negative self-talk in new book
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new book from local author Jacquie Elliott is helping readers tackle one of the toughest challenges many face: the critical…
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Pet Pals: Wafer is a handsome pup, with eyes that mesmerize
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wafer is one of a litter of 12 smart and social puppies the Humane Society of Central Oregon received last week. They are a big…
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Community Conversations: New Bend Chamber CEO shares vision for community impact and regional collaboration
BEND, Ore. – (KTVZ) The Bend Chamber of Commerce is entering a new chapter under the leadership of its newly appointed CEO, Sara Odendahl. After…
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988 crisis line offers 24/7 mental health support in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the holiday season approaches, mental health leaders are emphasizing the availability of the 988 crisis line, which provides…
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Pet Pals: Meet two sweet kitties, Edmund Fitzgerald and Gale
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynne Ouchida of the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought by a pair of sweet kittens for Friday evening’s Pet Pals segment.…
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Community Conversations: Forecasting safety and fun with the Central Oregon Avalanche Center
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –The Central Oregon Avalanche Center is gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year: the Powder Hound Preview and…
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Community Conversations: East Bend Library prepares to close as community looks ahead to new central location
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – After serving the East Bend neighborhood for years, the East Bend Library is preparing to close its doors, marking the end of an…
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Community to gather for ‘A Novel Idea’ 2026 book reveal at Downtown Bend Library
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Book lovers across Central Oregon are invited to celebrate the big reveal of the 2026 A Novel Idea community read selections…
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Community Conversations: Kendall’s Catwalk for a Cause returns to Bend, combining fashion and community impact
BEND, Ore. — Kendall’s Catwalk for a Cause is back in Bend, promising an unforgettable evening of fashion, fun and giving. The signature event is…
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Community Conversations: Central Oregon Aerial Arts brings a spooky spectacle to the Old Mill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Aerial Arts is taking Halloween at the Old Mill to new heights, bringing its annual spooky showcase back to the…
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Behind the Badge: Inside the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office
BEND Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has been in the headlines in recent years, but what most people don’t see is the work…
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Community Conversations: KPOV celebrates 20 years on air and launches Fall Fund Drive to support community radio
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KPOV 88.9 FM is marking 20 years of community radio in Central Oregon, celebrating two decades of amplifying local voices and…
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Community Conversations: New cleanup effort ‘The Big Bend Pickup’ launches in October
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new community cleanup event is taking shape in Bend, aiming to expand the work already being done through the Bend…
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Community Conversations: Deschutes County’s only dedicated bunny rescue is in desperate need of volunteers
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s only dedicated bunny rescue, Embers Wildflower Bunny Rescue, is helping abandoned and surrendered bunnies…
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KTVZ Anchors Reflect on Covering 9/11 in Real Time
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ) The September 11th attacks forever changed America — and for two KTVZ broadcasters, the memories of that morning remain…
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Livable Future Forum brings focus to Central Oregon’s growing challenges
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ)Central Oregon LandWatch sat down with local media Friday to discuss the upcoming Livable Future Forum, a series of events…
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The fourth annual Kendall Soapbox Derby returns this Saturday to River’s Edge Golf Course
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ) The fourth annual Kendall Soapbox Derby is set to bring excitement, creativity, and a little friendly competition to River’s…
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