BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A young golden eagle is back in the wild after more than six weeks of rehabilitation in Bend. The eagle was rescued near Summer Lake in June after being found unable to fly, with severe damage to the feathers on its right wing. Think Wild treated the bird, and replaced three
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, a celebration of community, culture, and connection is coming back to Bend. Welcoming Week returns September 10th through the 19th, bringing events designed to highlight the people and cultures that make Central Oregon home. This year’s theme is “Stories We Share,” focusing on community voices and creating opportunities for
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) Two red pandas at the Oregon Zoo are getting to know each other, but they’re doing it on red panda time. Enoki and Liu have been sharing space since late June, and caregivers say they’re slowly becoming more comfortable together. At first, Enoki spent their introduction sleeping in her den. Now, the two are
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Bend-La Pine School DistrictFirst Day of School:Wednesday, September 9th – Grades 1-6 & 9, Staggered KindergartenThursday, September 10th – Grades 7-8 and 10-12, Staggered KindergartenBack to School Information: Click Here Crook County School DistrictFirst Day of School:Tuesday, September 8th – Grades 1-6 & 9Wednesday, September 9th – Grades 7-8 and 10-12Monday, September 14th – KindergartenBack
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek has proclaimed August 2026 as National Emergency Management Awareness Month in Oregon. The campaign, led statewide by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management, aims to recognize emergency managers and highlight community disaster preparedness. The state campaign aligns with a national effort organized by the International Association of Emergency
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, August 17th: Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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BEND, Ore. — A major expansion of the Deschutes County Courthouse in downtown Bend is nearing completion, adding courtroom space and security improvements as the county’s justice system works to keep pace with a growing Central Oregon.The $46.8 million project includes a new three-story, 50,933-square-foot addition to the existing courthouse. The expansion includes two sets
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UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon National Guard crews are making a big difference in the fight against the Hagen Fire in Umatilla County. Black Hawk and Chinook helicopters are dropping water on the fire, helping ground crews slow the flames and protect nearby communities. So far this season, Oregon National Guard aircrews have made
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Veteran’s Motorcycle Association will host its 24th Annual 9/11 Memorial Rally on Sept. 11-12 across Central Oregon. The two-day community event honors military veterans and first responders through a series of local activities and charitable fundraisers. The rally features a range of scheduled activities, including a golf tournament, a
Continue Reading Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 14th: Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at https:
Continue ReadingAre you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Adrielle Hasara highlights three local events, from Theatre in the Park returning to Drake Park to Trailheads Lodge hosting Sunday Trailheads Tunes! For many more and to submit your own events, visit: https://events.ktvz.com.
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BEND, Ore. — A Pacific Northwest pet retailer is calling on customers across the region to help pets and families affected by recent fires in Spokane-area communities.Mud Bay is collecting donated pet food and supplies at its stores through Aug. 30, giving Central Oregonians and other customers a way to contribute directly to the relief
Continue Reading Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, August 13th: Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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Another great set of gardens and garden potpourri that defines the greatness and singularity of each creation. This week we have a hard working garden simply called, Our Garden. Then we have a couple caught on camera, a momma and a baby deer hanging out in a lovely setting. Finally, everyone needs a little Hei
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local fire department is inviting residents to breakfast to raise money for volunteer firefighters. Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue is hosting the Firefighter Breakfast Fundraiser Sunday, September 6th. Breakfast runs from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at station 501 on SW Shad Road. There is no set cost for the
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BEND, Ore. — Furnishings from the former Shilo Inn in Bend are getting a second life as a community effort helps move donated items from the former hotel to benefit Central Oregonians in need.Local nonprofit Furnish Hope is receiving furnishings from the property, including mattresses, accent chairs, kitchen tables, pillows, microwaves and patio furniture.Volunteers are
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Getting ready for kindergarten also means getting ready to ride the school bus. The Redmond School District is hosting kindergarten bus safety days to help young students learn how to ride safely before the school year begins. The hands-on event gives children a chance to practice crossing the street safely around a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — New investments from Oregon Housing and Community Services are creating nearly 300 affordable homes across the state. The Oregon Housing Stability Council recently approved funding for projects in Bend, Lincoln City, Phoenix, Roseburg, and Portland. Altogether, the investments will help create 293 affordable homes, including 222 rental units and 71 homes for purchase.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s good news, and it comes from our friends at Think Wild! An adult female garter snake arrived at the wildlife hospital in early June. She was found outdoors barely moving with multiple puncture wounds, and other injuries consistent with a possible cat attack. After more than two months of treatment and
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District added a new fire engine and ambulance to its response fleet today. Community members were invited to attend a christening ceremony for the two new emergency vehicles. The event served as an expression of gratitude for emergency service funding. Celebrations began with a traditional wetting ceremony
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