Bend Archives

SW Bend residents on the lookout after attempt to siphon gas; police weigh in

January 12, 2024 8:36 pm KTVZ

A southwest Bend resident’s Facebook post includes images of a man who tried to siphon gas from their vehicles. We talked with a Bend police…

Bend’s Sky View Middle School students create children’s books to read to Lava Ridge Elementary students

January 12, 2024 11:41 am KTVZ

A Bend middle school has added a new creative writing elective. In just its first year, the class at Sky View Middle School has students creating…

Cascade Natural Gas asks NW Bend residents to reduce natural gas use during extreme cold snap to maintain service

January 12, 2024 8:59 am Barney Lerten

Cascade Natural Gas on Friday asked customers in a large area of northwest Bend to reduce their natural gas usage from Friday evening at 6 p.m. until…

Bend’s Skyline Sports Complex: An accessible, cheap way to cross-country ski, thanks to volunteers

January 11, 2024 8:39 pm Dylan Anderman

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)- At Skyline Sports Complex on Bend’s Westside, there is a groomed trail for people looking to cross country ski in town, when…

Late winter is here: Central Oregon Les Schwab stores busy installing snow tires during calm between storms

January 11, 2024 11:39 am Jillian Fortner

Warmer winter weather around the High Desert at the beginning of the winter season allowed some people to delay the purchase or installation of snow…

Humane Society of C. Oregon offers advice, tips on how to keep your pets safe this winter season

January 11, 2024 9:34 am KTVZ

With winter weather having definitely arrived in Central Oregon and more on the way, you should not only keep yourself safe but your furry friends…

‘The phone traffic is exploding’: Bend car repair shop sees increase in business during snow season

January 11, 2024 11:59 am KTVZ

With the slick driving conditions resulting in more accidents, more cars are in need of repairs. Bend Police say they have responded to nearly 50…

Winter storm warning for a foot more snow in C.O., 16-40 inches east slopes; high winds prompt Mt. Bachelor closure

January 11, 2024 1:44 pm Barney Lerten, John Carroll

Another major winter storm is poised to sweep into the High Desert over the next couple of days, bringing up to a foot of snow in the Bend area and…

Bend Police report making 602 DUII arrests in 2023, including 15 with a blood alcohol level of .30 or higher

January 11, 2024 10:30 am KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In 2023, Bend Police arrested 602 people for driving under the influence of intoxicants, the agency said Thursday. That’s a…

Bend’s Lighthouse Navigation Center undergoing expansion, at full capacity as winter weather hits area

January 11, 2024 9:51 am KTVZ

With winter weather arriving in force and more heavy snow, colder temperatures and high winds on the way, Shepherd’s House Ministries, operating…

Bend Fire & Rescue says during winter weather, calls increase reporting slips, falls and car accidents

January 10, 2024 10:41 pm Tracee Tuesday

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The rain, snow and heavy winds hit all at once, leaving spots like Mt. Bachelor dealing with 100 mph winds. Bend Fire &…

Drone flight offers a special aerial view of a snowy Bend

January 10, 2024 10:29 pm KTVZ

Mike Albright provided us this drone flight over Bend in the blue skies that followed several inches of snow before daybreak…

‘Snow days really affect us’: Stores in Bend’s Old Mill report sizable drop in shoppers when big snowstorm hits

January 10, 2024 11:50 am KTVZ

(Update: Adding video, comments from business owners) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Winter snow can bring challenges for local business at a traditionally…

Bend students celebrate a fun first snow day of the school year after heavy snowfall cancels classes

January 10, 2024 7:16 am Jillian Fortner

Heavy snowfall overnight Wednesday resulted in dozens of empty school parking lots and the first snow day of the year for many schools — and kids…

Ask the Mayor: Melanie Kebler talks about 2023 accomplishments, ’24 goals, water supply and tree regulations

January 10, 2024 3:25 pm KTVZ

During an online Zoom interview due to weather concerns, Mayor Melanie Kebler talked about the city’s 2023 accomplishments and 2024 goals, as well as…