Deschutes County Sheriff to host Sunriver town hall on January 6th
SUNRIVER, Ore. — (KTVZ)The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is inviting residents to a Town Hall meeting with Sheriff Ty Rupert on Tuesday,…
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Mt. Bachelor hosts free events to protect threatened whitebark pine
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ) Mt. Bachelor, in partnership with Adventure Scientists and the Whitebark Pine Ecosystem Foundation (WBPEF), is inviting outdoor…
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Pacific Power Customers to see small rate decrease starting January 2026
Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) officials say Pacific Power customers will see a modest decrease in their electric bills starting January 1,…
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Hayden Homes donates $10,000 to Oasis Village in Redmond
Redmond, Ore. – (KTVZ) A local housing nonprofit in Redmond got a financial boost as it marks a major milestone. Tuesday afternoon, Hayden Homes…
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Oregon Health Authority shares six simple ways to prioritize health in 2026
Portland, Ore. (KTVZ) – As Oregonians set goals for the year ahead, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is encouraging residents to make their health a…
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OSU-Cascades continues community tours through 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades will continue offering its popular community tour program throughout 2026, responding to…
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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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