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Two Central Oregon schools are in the running for SELCO Credit Union classroom makeovers; public gets to vote for a week

October 31, 2025 4:02 pm KTVZ

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union is once again inviting Oregonians to vote for their favorite classroom makeover project among nine finalists, two from Central Oregon. The online public vote will decide three winning educators for a Regional Classroom Makeover—one each from Central and Eastern Oregon, Northwestern Oregon, and Southwestern Oregon. The three

Save the Date: A weekend of spooky events in Central Oregon

October 31, 2025 8:08 am Kelsey Merison

Are you looking for something spooky to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from Halloween at the Old Mill District to ‘Fright Night Fiesta’ at Silver Moon Brewing. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.

Bright Adventures Preschool opens temporary food bank to support families in need

October 30, 2025 10:59 pm Triton Notary

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A preschool in Redmond is stepping up to help its community by launching its own temporary food bank. Bright Adventures Preschool recently learned that more than half of its students’ parents are receiving SNAP benefits. In response, the school has opened a food bank to support those families and anyone else in

Deschutes County commissioners direct $70,000 to two organizations to combat food insecurity

October 30, 2025 6:11 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners has approved $70,000 in county discretionary funds to support Central Oregon families facing food insecurity during the federal government shutdown. The county has committed one-time payments of $35,000 each to NeighborImpact and The Giving Plate. “During this federal shutdown, it’s crucial for Deschutes County to

CELEBRITY DINNER: Bend's Hawkeye & Huckleberry putting on special event with Brie Larson

CELEBRITY DINNER: Bend’s Hawkeye & Huckleberry hosting special event with Brie Larson

October 30, 2025 4:59 am Kelsey Merison

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge in Bend has announced it’s welcoming in Captain Marvel herself, Brie Larson, for her ‘Party People: A Cookbook for Creative Celebrations’ book tour, in collaboration with Courtney McBroom, the former Milk Bar Culinary Director. Bend’s very own Chef Carlos Anthony, who you might recognize from Food Network, will serve

Local high schools unite for 80s rock-inspired musical

October 29, 2025 12:01 pm KTVZ - News Team

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Summit High School and Bend Senior High School are teaming up for their first-ever joint production, Head Over Heels, a jukebox musical set to the chart-topping hits of The Go-Go’s. Inspired by Philip Sidney’s The Countess of Pembroke’s Arcadia, the story follows the royal court of Arcadia after a prophecy from the

Sunriver Music Festival issues call to artists for 49th season poster

October 28, 2025 6:34 pm KTVZ

Update: Adding video SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sunriver Music Festival invites a Central Oregon artist to create the commemorative 49th season poster. “For almost five decades, we have showcased some of the most accomplished painters and photographers in the region. The collaboration is a beautiful experience for all involved,” explains Executive Director Meagan Iverson

Crook County joins Operation Green Light to honor veterans this Veterans Day, invites community to join in effort

October 28, 2025 6:05 pm KTVZ

Update: Adding video PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – This Veterans Day, Crook County is inviting the community to join them in supporting our nation’s veterans by participating in #OperationGreenLight. “From November 4-11, we encourage everyone to light up their homes, buildings, and public spaces in green as a symbol of hope and gratitude for our veterans,” the

.Bend Police took part in the 29th Natonal Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

Bend Police were wowed by the turnout at this year’s prescription drug take back event

October 28, 2025 6:49 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department has one word for it: “Wow!” Last Saturday, Bend Police and St. Charles hosted a prescription drug take back event, and the community turnout was nothing short of remarkable. A steady flow of 203 cars rolled through the Bend Police Department parking lot, each one dropping off

Redmond School District seeks applicants to fill three Budget Committee vacancies

October 28, 2025 5:50 pm KTVZ

Update: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond School District is seeking applicants for three vacant positions on the Budget Committee. The Budget Committee is comprised of all five school board members and five appointed Budget Committee members. Budget Committee members are appointed to serve for three-year terms. The Budget Committee will begin meeting

The Haunting of Hill House comes to life on stage

October 24, 2025 10:57 pm Triton Notary

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A house that watches. A house that listens. A house that remembers. It’s name is Hill House. The production of The Haunting of Hill House, directed by Donald Emmerich, invites audiences into one of literature’s most iconic haunted homes . A place where eerie silence hides restless spirits and strange happenings echo through

Nationwide rental business EquipmentShare celebrates opening of new branch in Redmond

October 23, 2025 5:56 pm Barney Lerten

Update: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — EquipmentShare, a leading technology-driven equipment rental and solutions provider across the United States, opened its new branch in Redmond Thursday, marking an important milestone in a statewide expansion. Here’s their full announcement news release: The company’s $185 million investment in Oregon is expected to create up to 120 new

Save the Date: From Bingo in Bend to a Trunk-or-Treat event, here are some events happening this weekend in the High Desert

October 24, 2025 7:38 am KTVZ - News Team

Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from Bingo in Bend to a ‘Guns and More’ show in Redmond. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.

Oregonians urged to volunteer to help low-income families receive millions in unclaimed tax benefits

October 23, 2025 6:45 pm KTVZ

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon and the Internal Revenue Service are once again recruiting people to assist in the free preparation of taxes as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs. Here’s Thursday’s news release about the need, and how you can help: “Oregon needs more

Entrepreneur Eboné Bell to speak on leadership and inclusion at OSU-Cascades

October 23, 2025 5:15 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University-Cascades will host Eboné F. Bell, a nationally recognized entrepreneur and anti-bullying advocate, for a talk on leadership and inclusion. The event will take place 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 14 in the Charles McGrath Family Atrium in Edward J. Ray Hall on the OSU-Cascades’ campus, according

Deschutes County 911 Chris Perry Trinity Diggs

Deschutes County 9-1-1 celebrates Trinity Diggs and Chris Perry for recent state recognition

October 23, 2025 4:35 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County 9-1-1 congratulates two of its team members who recently received top honors from the Oregon chapter of the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials and the National Emergency Number Association (APCO-NENA). Here’s the full county announcement: 9-1-1 Dispatcher Trinity Diggs was named Telecommunicator of the Year, an award recognizing

Get a first look at Jackstraw Apartments this weekend in Bend

October 22, 2025 9:59 pm Triton Notary

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– This weekend, the community is invited to a special event offering a first look at the new Jackstraw Apartments near Bend’s popular Box Factory area. The event, called Fall Fest on Lava Pass, takes place Saturday, October 25th, from 12pm to 4 p.m. on Southwest Industrial Way in Bend. It’s a free, family-friendly

How to Stay Safe in the Age of AI: community forum helps Central Oregonians protect themselves online

October 22, 2025 10:24 pm Triton Notary

(Update: Adding video) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ)– A few weeks ago, a local senior who had saved $150,000 for a down payment on a new home was the victim of a devastating email scam. He believed he was transferring the money to his Bend-based mortgage agency, he instead clicked a hacked link created by scammers, losing

Youth Villages is looking for Holiday Heroes to help provide gifts for over 500 children, families in care

October 22, 2025 6:13 pm KTVZ

(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Youth Villages’ Holiday Heroes campaign is underway, and the nonprofit is looking for more heroes to help make the season special for more than 500 children and young people engaged in services in Portland, Salem and Bend. Holiday Heroes fulfills wish lists for holiday gifts and winter essentials for youth and families who are working to strengthen and stabilize, as well as young people impacted by foster care, the organization said in

Quilters unite to help feed kids at Bend Food Project’s 4th Annual Quilt Sale

October 22, 2025 6:06 pm KTVZ - News Team

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Food Project is weaving generosity and artistry together this weekend with its fourth annual quilt sale, set for Saturday, November 1, at the Unitarian Fellowship of Central Oregon on Skyline Ranch Road in Bend. More than 300 handmade quilts, created and donated by over 80 Central Oregon quilters, will

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