Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, June 8th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, June 8th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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New creative arts center opens in Bend with focus on teens
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A once-vacant building on NE Greenwood Avenue is becoming a new creative hub for Bend’s youth and local artists. The Open…
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Crook County High School seniors celebrate graduation in style with parade tradition
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School graduates celebrated their achievements today by taking part in a long-standing Prineville…
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Mountain View High School celebrates Class of 2026 graduation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Against a stunning sunset, Mountain View High School celebrated the Class of 2026, honoring 271 graduates, including…
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Sisters 4th Fest returns July 4 with free family-friendly events in downtown Sisters
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 3rd annual Sisters 4th Fest, a free and family-friendly Independence Day celebration, will take place from 7 a.m. to…
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Rising rodeo stars set to shine at Crooked River Roundup in 2026
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crooked River Roundup has announced the lineup of 2026 Young Gun contestants, a special feature event celebrating…
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Help name Oregon State Police’s new K-9 trooper, a one-year-old red Labrador Retriever
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Police has a new K-9 recruit and Oregon kiddos are invited to help name him. He’s a one-year-old red Labrador…
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Save the Date: Local markets and the return of an annual car show 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 two local markets to an annual…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, June 5th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, June 5th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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21 Cares for Kids: Highlighting our six incredible community partners making a difference for Central Oregon children
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A warm bed. A caring mentor. New clothes for school. For many children, these simple things can make all the difference. That’s…
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Cascades East Transit launches “Try Transit Week” with free rides and fun events
Cascades East Transit Launches “Try Transit Week” June 1–5 Free Commute-Hour Rides, Pop-Up Events, and Community Challenges…
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Congrats Grad 2026: Fourth round of senior shoutouts!
A special salute to grads across Central Oregon! This is a time to honor the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of our local graduates who are…
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Wear orange and red for Ember: How you can support the Cuen family following a tragic loss
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians are asked to wear orange and red on Friday, June 5th, for a local girl named Ember. Ember is the…
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Family honor & remember Ember, 6 year old killed at Suttle Lake
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The family of the 6 year old who was killed in a trailer accident at Suttle Lake is looking to honor and remember their loved one,…
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Deschutes County hosts free health fair for families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Parents and children across Deschutes County recently attended a free health fair in Bend today at the Deschutes County Health…
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Students raise funds for Environmental Center through sneaker drive
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Students from North Star Elementary School’s Green Team, recently collected more than 400 used sneakers. The…
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Bend Park & Rec hosts ‘Live Well, Age Well’ fair with BBQ, live music, and health services
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park & Recreation District will host its “Live Well, Age Well” Expo on Tuesday, June 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at…
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St. Charles Bend hosts NICU reunion for former patients and families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles’ Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) will host a reunion for its current and former patients, their families and…
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RootedHomes celebrates 23 new permanently affordable homes in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes will celebrate the completion of Rooted at 19th, a community of 23 permanently affordable homes, with a public…
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Bethlehem Inn raises $425,000 to support homeless in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bethlehem Inn, Central Oregon’s leading emergency shelter, raised $425,000 at its annual ‘Spotlight on Homelessness’ fundraiser…
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