‘Means the world’: Bend local Bella Emry reflects on American Idol journey
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Under bright lights and national attention, 22-year-old Bella Emry is quickly becoming a name to watch. But behind her recent…
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There’s Good News: 80s Retro Ski Party raises funds for Oregon Adaptive Sports
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An 80s Retro Ski Party will bring music, costumes and fundraising to UPP Liquids on Friday, March 20, to support Oregon…
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Award-Winning novelist Carter Sickels to read at OSU-Cascades May 14
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Award-winning novelist Carter Sickels will read from his work at Oregon State University-Cascades on May 14. The event is…
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Opening date announced for Deschutes County’s largest library: A new hub for learning and community in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes Public Library announced today that the new Central Library in Bend will open to the public on May 11, 2026. Located…
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Cherry blossoms to be illuminated at Oregon’s State Capitol State Park starting this weekend
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced Tuesday it will host “Yozakura,” which is a night viewing of the…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, March 17th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, March 17th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Handmade flower donations sought for BEAT Children’s Theatre production
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BEAT Children’s Theatre is requesting handmade flower donations from the community for its upcoming production of “The Secret…
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Oregon’s sobering DUII crash statistics spotlight the call to safely celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and spring break
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Oregonians prepare for spring break travel and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, the Oregon Health Authority…
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Happening Tomorrow: Bend Park and Rec District opens summer recreation program registration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Peninsula Park and Recreation District will open registration for summer youth camps on Tuesday, March 17, at 6:00…
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‘Sky Hunters’ takes flight at the High Desert Museum just in time for Spring break
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Museum will begin its Spring break programming on Saturday, March 21st, featuring the return of live flight…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, March 16th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, March 16th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Pet-friendly Second Saturday Paws and Pints event debuts in Bend’s Old Mill District
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Old Mill District hosted the inaugural Second Saturday Paws and Pints event on Saturday, a new pet-focused gathering…
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One Class at a Time: Silver Rail’s “Miss G” helps kids find their rhythm
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new music program at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend is already striking a chord with students, thanks to one teacher’s…
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Update: Seriously injured, rescued bald eagle – the third in weeks – is doing well after a week of care at Think Wild
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild Central Oregon is caring for its third seriously injured bald eagle already this year. But while the first…
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Sunriver Music Festival gears up for busy spring and summer
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 49th season of the landmark Sunriver Music Festival will take place this year and at least one work by an American…
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Free ice cream day at Ben & Jerry’s returns in April
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — I scream, you scream, we all scream for FREE ice cream! Ben & Jerry’s will be giving away free scoops of ice cream at its…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, March 13th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, March 13th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Bend Park & Recreation District evaluates Deschutes River Trail connection, urges public input
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park & Recreation District is launching a new study to evaluate options for connecting the Deschutes River Trail in…
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There’s Good News: Student-run apparel shop opens at Crook County High School
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School celebrated the opening of a new student-run apparel shop Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting…
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There’s Good News: Seal goes viral for his bond with rubber ducks
This story was originally published by WRAL in New England. NEW ENGLAND (WRAL) — The New England Aquarium has a celebrity in its midst! The…
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