BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Volunteers will be out early Saturday morning helping Bend mark the Fourth of July — and the nation’s 250th birthday — with a display honoring veterans. The Bend Heroes Foundation says it will install American flags along the Bend Pet Parade route, beginning at the Bend Heroes Memorial at Brooks Park,
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three patriotic local events, from the 99th annual Bend Pet Parade to La Pine Frontier Days. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For children facing adversity, having a trusted adult to lean on can make all the difference. That’s the mission behind Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, that connects local youth with caring adult volunteers through one-on-one mentoring relationships. The organization carefully matches
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is extending it’s ‘Summer of Love’ dog adoption promotion through tomorrow, July 3rd. The shelter says the response to choosing your own adoption fee has been so positive that the promotion is being extended to adopt more dogs into loving homes. HSCO is also full and expects an
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue is seeking a communications and marketing intern. Do you know a student interested in communications and marketing? This is the perfect opportunity for them! The 3-month temporary position pays $20 an hour and has a flexible schedule. The position is funded through a grant
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, July 2nd. 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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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Patrol Sergeant Tyler Takagi has returned to the Prineville Police Department after a year-long military deployment, bringing with him the same dedication and professionalism he has always shown. The department says his service as a Staff Sergeant reflects his commitment to both our nation and the Prineville community. From all of
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, July 4th, following the Redmond 4th of July parade, the Redmond Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) will host a free BBQ lunch for veterans and their families, everyone is welcome to attend. The event was made possible thanks to generous sponsors, including McDonald’s, Walmart, and more. Join in on
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 1st. 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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REDMOND, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Commission for Art in Public Places will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil its latest public art installation on Friday, July 3, at 5:45 p.m. The ceremony, located at the southwest corner of Centennial Park in Redmond, is an integral part of the city’s 250 Community Block Party.
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OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon Foundations and Les Schwab Tire Centers announced a partnership on June 30, 2026, to provide at least $1 million in wildfire preparedness support for rural communities. The initiative includes grants and a statewide tire donation program designed to bolster rural fire services and organizations ahead of a severe fire season. The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network (FAN) has welcomed Alex Fico as its new grants coordinator and Shelby Cala as its new outreach coordinator. These new team members will support the organization’s expanding administrative needs and strengthen its mission to serve Central Oregon families. Julie Lyche, FAN executive director, stated that the organization’s
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NEWBERRY COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Newberry Regional Partnership released a short documentary, “From Risk to Ready: A Newberry Country Defensible Space Story,” on June 30, 2026. The film highlights local efforts in Newberry Country, Ore., to reduce wildfire risk through education, hands-on action and neighbor-to-neighbor collaboration. The documentary was produced by Weiss Productions LLC
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, June 30th. 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. (KTVZ) — The 5K Trail Tour, now in its third year, will help women maintain running and walking fitness this summer, from July 7th to August 19th. Registration for the program, offered by Ceiling:Unlimited Health Coaching, closes at midnight on July 5th. The 5K Trail Tour offers participants several benefits, including the opportunity
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(Update: adding video, comments from board president) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A small Central Oregon town showed what “big pride” can look like Sunday, as Prideville brought a colorful celebration of community and belonging to downtown Prineville. The annual festival transformed the area with rainbow flags, live performances, vendors, and families filling the space for
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Child Development Coalition in Madras is being recognized this month through a “Pay It Forward” program that highlights organizations making a difference in their communities. The coalition—known as OCDC—provides free childcare services for farmworker families, focusing on children from infancy through pre-kindergarten. Staff say their work centers on early
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rock enthusiasts have a chance to explore everything from raw stones to polished jewelry this weekend at the Madras Rock, Gem and Mineral Show. The free event at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds features a wide range of items, including uncut rocks, agates, petrified wood and intricately crafted jewelry. Vendors from across
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond, has launched its new Dog Day Out Program. This initiative allows community members to take shelter dogs on short outings, providing them a temporary break from the shelter environment. The program aims to reduce daily stress for the dogs and offers a rewarding way for the
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a 5k beer run/walk at Crux to a free 50-minute Pure Barre class at Riverbend Park. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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