Skilled trades shortage addressed as welding tour visits Redmond High School
(Update: adding video). REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Western Welding Academy’s Blue Collar Tour visited Redmond High School on March 6th to provide…
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Aging Disputes: Lava Terrace Cellars submits revised winery plan amid mixed testimony
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three year neighborhood debate over proposed tasting room and winery continues with the Deschutes Board of County Commissioners…
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Therapist Testifies in Sarah Session Trial, Session Accused of Mistreatment of Stepson
Editor’s Note: The information presented in this story might not be suitable for all ages. Discretion is advised. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A licensed…
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‘It’s tragic’: Locals weigh in on unusually warm winter ahead of major ski holiday, President’s Day Weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the weather recently, folks in Downtown Bend were seen swapping their heavy coats for light jackets. The…
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‘Bring it back to life’: real estate agent and former staff hopeful about future buyer of Shilo Inn
(Update: adding comment, video)BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Potential buyers are now touring the Shilo Inn after the over-30-year hotel hit the market for…
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‘Going to be a big hit:’ Bend business optimistic about local super-bowl ad encouraging early allergen introduction to babies
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — A Bend-based baby food company is making the most of Super Bowl Sunday. Square Baby, initially founded in 2018 by Katie…
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‘It’s vital’: Cascades East Transit launches fund to provide bus passes for financially burdened individuals
Cascades East Transit is rolling out two new programs to strengthen community connection across Central…
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Christmas Parade returns to Downtown Bend Saturday, Mistletoe Miler before parade
BEND, Ore (KTVZ) — The annual Christmas Parade is returning to the streets of downtown Bend, this Saturday, December 6th at noon. Cascade Relays is…
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New Applebee’s IHOP restaurant opens in Redmond, offering exclusive menu
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today at the new Applebee’s IHOP collaboration in Redmond, marking a rare partnership…
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Problem Solvers: Central Oregon Childcare Facility Under Investigation by State Agency Following Accusations of Mistreatment and Neglect
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local child care facility is under investigation by the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care following allegations of…
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Local Paws Pet Supply to host 5th Annual Customer Appreciation Event
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local Paws of Redmond is hosting it’s 5th Annual Customer Appreciation Event. This is the largest pet-focused celebration in…
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Oregon Arts Commission Awards $310,000 in arts learning grants to 31 organizations statewide
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Museum just received a 10 thousand dollar grant to boost art education for grades K-12. The grant will go…
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Furry Friends: Meet the Notorious Biggie Smalls!
This week we have a seven year old care named Biggie Smalls! He’s called that because he’s a bit of a bobble head with a smaller body. But also,…
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Problem Solvers: Former caregiver of Desert Sage Memory Care speaks out after second heat-related incident in a year
In the fall of 2024, KTVZ’s Problem Solvers broke the story of a resident at Aspen Ridge Memory Care facility passing away after being left in the…
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BREAKING NEWS: DCSO identifies final missing person from Dillon Falls Tragedy; brings closure to family
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriffs Office officially confirmed the identity of the third and final individual from the July 19th…
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Back to School: Bend La Pine Schools using technology as tool in curriculum
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With technology quickly advancing, schools are having to adjust, adapt, and evolve to the digital world by implementing…
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Central Oregon school districts release plans for phone policy, amid Governor Kotek phone ban
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With students heading back to the classroom next week, school districts are adapting to Governor Tina Kotek’s order to ban…
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‘Figure out how to run a smoother system:’ CO veterans frustrated with navigating VA resources
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A disabled veteran and his wife in Powell Butte say they are drowning in medical bills after losing their VA medical…
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Save the Date: Comedy Night at Hosmer Bar
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from Comedy Night at Hosmer Bar to…
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Problem Solvers: ‘Unseen and unheard:’ Mother of son with mental illness talks about lack of local resources
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The National Alliance on Mental Health reports that 900,000 Oregonians reportedly experience a mental illness each year,…
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