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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Update: Jayc Priest, Jariq Rupert, and Jerriyah Rupert were located on August 7th, 2026, according to a notice from The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Child Welfare Division on August 11th. ODHS is thankful for the community support to find the children. SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Human Services is asking
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – KTVZ is partnering with NBC for Clear the Shelters, a nationwide campaign that promotes pet adoption and supports animal shelters across the country. Throughout the month, KTVZ is highlighting local shelters and the different ways Central Oregonians can help animals in need. BrightSide Animal Center understands that not everyone can adopt
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Wildfires, smoke and closures have disrupted outdoor recreation across Oregon this summer, changing plans for families, hikers and visitors.As crews continue making progress on fires across the region, access to some recreation areas is beginning to change. But even while fire season continues, many Central Oregon parks and outdoor destinations remain open for people looking
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 7th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https:
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families affected by the recent Central Oregon wildfires are being invited to enjoy a free day at the movies this weekend. The community event will take place Sunday (August 9th) at McMenamins Old St. Francis School in Bend, and is open to families impacted by the fires. Organizers say the day is meant
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The Crook County Fair is back this week, bringing four days of carnival rides, live entertainment, livestock shows, agricultural exhibits and classic fair food to Prineville.This year’s “Blue Ribbon Days” fair runs Aug. 5-8 at the Crook County Fairgrounds. Admission and parking are free. Opening night is Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m., with full-day
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Red Cross received $2,000 in donations recently to support wildfire evacuation efforts across Oregon as part of the “Pay It Forward” program. The funding comes as the organization manages multiple shelters for residents displaced by fires burning in their own backyards. Mid Oregon Credit Union, Dutch Brothers and KTVZ News
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Tuesday, August 4th marks ‘National Night Out’–and the annual community-building campaign will be featured in multiple Central Oregon communities. National Night Out promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, and our Central Oregon agencies would love for you to join in on the fun! You can join Bend Police at Mountain View
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nearly 65,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in Washington state as wildfires cause widespread destruction. The American Red Cross is currently coordinating relief efforts and requesting local support to assist those displaced by the fires. The organization is accepting monetary donations and blood to support ongoing disaster relief operations.
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OREGON (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek announced today that applications have opened for a $10 million Regional Infrastructure Fund. The investment is designed to help small Oregon communities and tribes plan and build essential infrastructure projects to support economic growth. The fund was established as part of House Bill 5204, a 2026 economic development package
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Saturday is a Local Alert Weather Day across Central Oregon as gusty winds, low humidity and several active wildfires combine to create critical fire weather conditions.A Red Flag Warning remains in effect through 11 p.m. Saturday for portions of Central Oregon. The National Weather Service has identified today’s fire weather setup as a Particularly Dangerous
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Fairgrounds has contracted a private parking personnel company to manage traffic and congestion for this year’s event. A team of 25 people is dedicated to directing vehicles entering and leaving the fairgrounds. Additionally, the Redmond Police Department has assigned two units for traffic patrol to assist with the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Marked for Love, the organization known locally as Every Child Central Oregon, has joined NeighborImpact to form a new Supportive Services department. The transition integrates the group’s staff, warehouse operations and family support services into NeighborImpact’s existing regional infrastructure. Every Child Central Oregon is one of KTVZ’s 21 Cares for Kids
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 31st. 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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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the the GoodLife Brewing Backyard Bash to the return of the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A coalition of animal welfare groups and veterinarians has launched the Warm Springs Animal Relief Fund to support animals impacted by the Bench Fire. The campaign aims to raise $15,000 to provide feed, veterinary supplies and recovery resources for livestock and companion animals. The Bench Fire has destroyed an estimated
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — NeighborImpact’s Child Care Resources department announced today it is accepting applications for Baby Promise, a no-cost child care program serving eligible families in Central Oregon. The program provides full-time, year-round care through a network of licensed providers for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Families selected for the program are
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