LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Republic Services are partnering to host a free Community Shred Event this Saturday, June 13, in La Pine. Residents can dispose of sensitive documents, unwanted medications and worn American flags and also donate non-perishable food items. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 7th Annual Heroes on the Run event, presented by Subaru of Bend, will take place on Sunday, June 14, in Bend’s Old Mill District. This event combines a professionally timed run with family-friendly activities to raise funds for Street Dog Hero’s animal rescue and welfare missions. The day-long event, scheduled
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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 Arts Center, located at 175 NE Greenwood Ave., celebrated its grand opening Friday night with more than 200 people walking through the 10,000‑square‑foot space. The nonprofit is the vision of
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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 12:30 p.m. at Village Green Park in downtown Sisters. The Rotary Club of Sisters and Citizens4Community are partnering to produce the locally oriented event, which was launched in 2024 to replace
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crooked River Roundup has announced the lineup of 2026 Young Gun contestants, a special feature event celebrating rising rodeo stars. From June 25–27, 2026, 36 young athletes will compete in six events at the Crook County Fairgrounds in Prineville. These young competitors will showcase their talent alongside Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association
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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 car show in Terrebonne. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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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 six-year-old Vern Patrick Elementary student who was killed near Suttle Lake over Memorial Day Weekend. The community is asked to wear the colors on Friday to “keep the Ember
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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, Ember. Parents Taryn & Andrew would like the community to share their message on social media and by visiting Whiskey Girls Coffee Co. where a dollar
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Students from North Star Elementary School’s Green Team, recently collected more than 400 used sneakers. The sustainability-focused club undertook the recycling drive to keep shoes out of landfills and raise money for The Environmental Center, a local nonprofit. The Green Team, composed of third through fifth-grade students, voted to direct all
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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 The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way. This free community event focuses on promoting health and longevity. The expo, which is the district’s annual wellness fair, is
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles’ Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) will host a reunion for its current and former patients, their families and caregivers on Saturday, June 13, 2025. The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon at St. Charles Bend. The free, family-friendly celebration will feature a variety of activities including games,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes will celebrate the completion of Rooted at 19th, a community of 23 permanently affordable homes, with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, June 12, 2026. The event, which will be held in Redmond, marks a significant expansion of affordable homeownership opportunities for the local workforce. The Rooted at 19th development
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Just announced, country music star Riley Green will return to Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater on September 18th, 2026, with special guests Randy Houser, Kashus Culpepper, and Hannah McFarland. Pre-sale for the event will begin on Thursday, June 4th at 10 a.m. local time. Online or in-person general onsale will be Friday,
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from Friday Night Roller Dancing at The Pavilion in Bend to a free kickball game! For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On May 13, 2026, 3 Sisters Equine Refuge in Redmond, Ore., received an orphaned foal named Rocky Balboa, who was immediately transported to Bend Equine Medical Center for critical care. Following initial life-saving efforts by Dr. Greer, a family offered their mare, Duchess, as a surrogate, providing Rocky with a new
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications for Wickiup Station Apartments, a new affordable housing community in La Pine, will open on Thursday, May 28, 2026, along with a community application event. This event marks a major milestone for the development located in the Wickiup Junction area. The new development will provide 39 affordable housing units,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon Community College will host youth camps from June 15 to Aug. 27, 2026. The hands-on, multi-day programs will take place at the college’s campuses in Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville. These camps are designed for children ages 10 to 15 and start at $59. The camps, part of COCC’s community
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — The annual Art Meets Wine in Sunriver event will return for its eighth year on Saturday, May 30th, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Sunriver SHARC. The event, hosted by the Sunriver Women’s Club, serves as a major fundraiser to support nonprofits in south Deschutes County. The Sunriver Women’s Club
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from return of Bend Brews & Beyond to a free outdoor yoga session in Bend’s Old Mill District. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community radio station KPOV is celebrating its 21st anniversary with a Beatles Sing-Along fundraiser on June 26. The event, scheduled from 7-10 p.m. at The Commonwealth Pub in Bend, marks the return of a popular gathering after a 2-year hiatus. Tickets are currently on sale and are expected to sell out
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