BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A community gathering in Bend tonight will bring students, parents, school staff and community members together to discuss healing and recovery following the deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. The event, titled “Let’s Talk About How We Heal,” is scheduled for 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Hop
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Friday, October 23rd, Bo’s on Century Drive in Bend will again be giving away free food to the community. This, after the locally-owned shop also gave away free meals last week to anyone who needed one. Bo’s is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is located at 70
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening this weekend, the Central Oregon community is coming together to honor the life of Megan Lambert, the 25-year-old teacher killed in last week’s shooting at Silver Rail Elementary. The “Walk for Megan” takes place Sunday, October 25th, starting in the Old Mill District and following a route along the Deschutes River. Organizers
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, the Prineville Chamber of Commerce is bringing back its Prineville Perk event. Community members and local business owners are invited to gather for coffee, conversation, and connections from 8-9 a.m. at the Crook County High School Library. The event will also give attendees a chance to learn more about
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, the Deshutes Public Library is hosting it’s fourth annual Ghost Walk this October at the Central Library in Bend. Celebrate spooky season on Wednesday, October 28th from 6 to 7 p.m.! The library will feature volunteers and actors portraying deceased authors all around the Central Library to share information about their
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, Bend police are giving people a chance to safely get rid of unused or expired medications. A drive-through drug takeback event is happening Saturday, October 24th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bend Police Department on NE 15th Street. People can drop off unwanted prescription drugs, along
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County residents can get rid of old documents and unused medications during a free shred day in Prineville. The event is Saturday, November 14th, from 9 a.m. to Noon in the parking lot behind the old courthouse on NE Third Street. Residents can bring up to three boxes or bags
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TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, a drive-through vaccine clinic is taking place in Terrebonne. Jefferson County Public Health will offer flu, high-dose flu and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines Thursday, October 22nd. The clinic will run from 3-6 p.m. at the Crooked River Ranch Fire Hall on SW Shad Road in Terrebonne. Bring your insurance card, but
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s a chance to play Bingo and give back to local kids. Wild Ride Brewing in Prineville is hosting Bingo nights to benefit the Shop with a Cop Program! The events are scheduled for tomorrow, October 14th, and November 18th, from 6-8 p.m. Community members are invited to come out, play
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day, recognizing the cultures, histories and contributions of Native American and tribal communities. Here in Central Oregon, it’s a chance to honor Indigenous students, families and community members, along with generations of people who have cared for the land we call home. The day also encourages people to learn
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today is National Farmer Day, a time to recognize the farmers and agricultural families who help keep Central Oregon running. Crook County is celebrating the hard work of local farmers who help feed our communities, support local businesses, and strengthen the local economy. The county is also thanking agricultural families who
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for a creative way to spend time with family and friends Happening next, a new paint-your-own pottery business is coming to Bend! CeramiCafe, which started in Clackamas back in 2002, is expanding to Central Oregon. The business made the announcement on social media, saying plans are in the
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire & Rescue will host an open house this Saturday, Oct. 17, in celebration of Fire Prevention Month. The free event will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the North Fire Station, located at 63377 NE Jamison St. in Bend. The event supports this year’s Fire Prevention Month
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, Redmond city park restrooms and drinking fountains will be closing for the season starting October 12th. City parks crews are preparing for colder fall temperatures by winterizing facilities to prevent freezing and damage. The city says all flush restrooms and drinking fountains will be shut down for the season.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College will observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday, Oct. 12, with events scheduled across its four campuses in Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville. The campus activities include an educational presentation on the origin of the powwow, curated library book displays and a multi-campus paper-chain project. The planned events
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County 9-1-1 is inviting community members to learn more about careers in emergency dispatch at a recruitment open house later this month. The event is scheduled for Oct. 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Prineville Police Department. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet dispatch staff, tour the
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Demolition derby fans will have a new event to check out this month as the inaugural Crook County Demolition Derby comes to the Crook County Fairgrounds on October 17. The event is being organized by Prineville-based Redneck Entertainment Promotions, founded by local demolition derby driver Brian Winters. Winters grew up watching
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students and families across Central Oregon are encouraged to get moving Wednesday for International Walk + Roll to School Day. The annual event is set for Wednesday, October 7, and encourages students to choose an active way to get to school. Participants can: Walk with a group Ride a bike Ride
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The field of competitors in the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Oregon contest has been narrowed to four semifinalists after the second round of voting concluded yesterday. The annual competition, presented by Oregon Business & Industry, is currently in its fourth year. The four remaining products in the contest are PNW
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts will have several opportunities to explore the night sky this week during the Cascade Astronomy Festival. The festival runs through Saturday, Oct. 10, with free lectures, solar and nighttime viewing events, and an astronomy swap meet. The festival’s free lecture series begins Tuesday, Oct. 6, with “Dark
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