SEASON OF GIVING: ‘Bend Fire Santa Express’ donation drive taking place December 6th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Santa is once again trading his sleigh for a fire engine to ride through the city of Bend, collecting donations for The…
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Farewell Market opening soon in Bend—See what’s inside before launch day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new supermarket is getting ready to open on Bend’s south side, and the official date is now set. Farewell Market will…
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Family Access Network receives three-year grant from the Roundhouse Foundation to support rural families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Family Access Network received a multi-year grant of $50,000 for the next three years, totaling $150,000 in support of…
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Diversified Heating & Cooling celebrates 2nd annual Heat Pump Giveaway, doubling the warmth this Thanksgiving season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As temperatures drop and the holidays draw near, Diversified Heating & Cooling is once again giving back to the Central…
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More than 85 student veterans are pursuing degrees at OSU-Cascades
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This fall, 65 former active-duty veterans and another 22 students receiving veteran dependent benefits are…
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Grounds for excitement: WildRoots Coffee House opens at Shevlin Crossing, its second Bend locationÂ
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Real estate developer Taylor Brooks announced Monday that its newest tenant, WildRoots Coffee…
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High Desert Chamber Music announces students selected for 2025-26 Spotlight Chamber Players
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Chamber Music said Monday it’s pleased to announce the students selected for this year’s…
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Community collaboration helps SNAP stretch further at annual ‘Fill Your Pantry’ event
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This weekend’s Fill Your Pantry event was a huge success, organizers say, fueling food access across Central Oregon, with over…
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The Peaks 360 rural residential community donates $25,000 to NeighborImpact to help meet food needs
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The team at The Peaks 360 rural residential community, announced Friday an immediate $25,000 donation to NeighborImpact, a…
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Central Oregon hosts first BIPOC-led political forum
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This past Thursday, Central Oregon made history as Black and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) business owners,…
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Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory Unveils New Solar Telescope
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s a different way to take advantage of the nice weather this weekend: by going to the observatory. The Sunriver…
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Bend Design Conference kicks off at OSU Cascades, celebrating 10 years
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Design Conference kicked off today at Oregon State University – Cascades, marking its 10th anniversary and a new…
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Museum at Warm Springs announces awards for 32nd annual Tribal Member and Youth Exhibit
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Museum at Warm Springs has announced the awards for the “32nd Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth…
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Local support spurs success at Rimrock Trails’ ‘Bowties & Boots’ fundraising eventÂ
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Rimrock Trails Treatment Services said Friday it is proud to announce that its fourth annual A Night to Remember: Bowties…
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Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon launches nonprofit PetsForward, to expand access to advanced care
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – What began as a local act of compassion has grown into a powerful mission to change the future of…
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Save the Date: Come hungry, several chili events are happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from chili fundraisers to a local…
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Local nonprofit HUE hosts ‘Art from the Heart’ event to empower young artists
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Bend nonprofit is giving young artists a chance to shine, and heal, through art and music. Hearts Unknown Education, or HUE, is…
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Shepherd’s House Ministries Launches Annual Cold Weather Clothing Drive
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With temperatures dropping and winter winds sweeping through Central Oregon, Shepherd’s House Ministries is launching its…
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Sustainable commute: Oregonians log nearly 4,000 trips in annual statewide ‘Get There Challenge’
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Commute Options announced Thursday the results from its region’s participation in the annual Get There…
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Oregon Arts Commission makes more than $1.75 million in Sustaining Arts Program grants to over 350 organizations
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Grant awards totaling more than $ 1.75 million will be distributed to 355 Oregon arts organizations through the Oregon Arts…
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