Small town, big pride: Prineville celebrates inclusion during annual Prideville festival
(Update: adding video, comments from board president) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A small Central Oregon town showed what “big pride” can look…
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Pay It Forward: Supporting Madras families through early childhood care
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Child Development Coalition in Madras is being recognized this month through a “Pay It Forward” program that…
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From agates to thunder eggs: Madras rock show brings hidden treasures to light
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rock enthusiasts have a chance to explore everything from raw stones to polished jewelry this weekend at the Madras Rock, Gem…
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Take a shelter dog out for the day: BrightSide Animal Shelter launches new program
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond, has launched its new Dog Day Out Program. This initiative allows community members to…
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Save the Date: From a 5k beer run to a free Pure Barre class in the park, here are some events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a 5k beer run/walk at Crux to…
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Community volunteers to clean up Deschutes River
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council will host its annual Deschutes River Cleanup on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1…
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Bend rallies for “Truth, Equality & Freedom” on June 27
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — 50501 Central Oregon will join communities across the country on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for “All of U.S. 250: Truth,…
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Limited access to Pilot Butte first week of July
Community members will have limited access to Pilot Butte State Park in Bend from July 1-5 as preparations are made for the July 4th public fireworks…
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Bend’s ‘Stars and Stripes’ event to kick off holiday weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discovery West will host a free “Stars and Stripes” event on Friday, July 3, from 8 to 10 p.m. in Bend, Ore., celebrating the…
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One Class at a Time: Civil Air Patrol Cadet program receives grant
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Civil Air Patrol Cadet program recently received a $1,000 grant from Mid Oregon Credit Union and KTVZ’s “One Class at a…
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Bend Summer Criterium Series returns for five-week cycling event
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Summer Criterium Series, presented by McGlone Property Group-EXP Realty, is returning for a five-week series. The…
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Backcountry Offroad Expo brings off-road community together in Sisters
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Backcountry Offroad Expo is coming to Sisters High School August 1-2. The expo takes place August 1 & 2 and brings…
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Bend’s annual Pet Parade celebrates 99th year on July 4th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District’s Pet Parade is a community tradition since 1924 and the 99th occurrence of the annual…
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Mountain View Community Development to open microshelter site in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mountain View Community Development will host an open house at its newest site in Bend on Thursday, June 25, from 3:30 p.m. to…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, June 23rd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, June 23rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Deschutes County seeks public input for 2026 natural hazards plan update
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to gather public…
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Mt. Bachelor’s summer operations begin with expanded terrain and activities
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin summer operations on Thursday, June 25. The opening will feature the most expansive…
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Bend-La Pine Schools health centers open throughout the summer for students
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools school-based health centers are offering access all summer long for students. Bend Senior High…
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Classic cars, planes, and bikes draw hundreds to Prineville Airport event
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of people gathered at Prineville Airport for the 2026 Wings and Wheels event, which showcased nearly 70 diverse…
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Cascade Cycling Classic brings cyclists and community together in downtown Bend
(Update: adding video, comments from race director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend streets closed to traffic Sunday as cyclists took over for the…
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