BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon YIMBY (Yes In My Back Yard) and Bend Bikes are teaming up for a community social event focused on the future of housing and transportation in Bend. The groups will host the gathering on Tuesday, June 23 at UPP Liquids from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Organizers say the event
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon Earth Seeds and Moonchild Artistry Events invite the community to join this Saturday’s Juneteenth Central Oregon Celebration at Open Space Event Studios. From 2pm to 8pm, attendees can enjoy a vibrant Vendor Market, local food offerings, on-site barber services by Lion’s Den and live music from WBR. Come celebrate this
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Fourth Annual Wheels and Wings event is scheduled to return to the Prineville Airport on Saturday, June 20th. The event, hosted by Central Oregon Car Shows, will run from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will feature aviation, automobiles, community organizations, and family fun, with proceeds benefiting Ronald McDonald House
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dogs and their owners gathered on the outskirts of Bend this week for an annual training aimed at helping dogs avoid rattlesnakes before they encounter one in real life. For 15 years, Bend Veterinary Clinic has helped bring Natural Solutions Wildlife Enterprises to Central Oregon for rattlesnake aversion training, giving dogs
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit (CET) has reinstated its summer recreation shuttle services, offering convenient access to Central Oregon’s outdoor destinations while aiming to alleviate parking challenges, traffic congestion and the need for car shuttling. These services include the Lava Butte Shuttle, Transit to Trails, and Ride the River, which collectively serve key
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The High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) Spotlight Chamber Players will present their final performance of the season on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Whispering Winds Retirement in Bend, Ore. This concert, which is free and open to the public, marks the culmination of the ensemble’s intensive chamber music study. The Spotlight Chamber
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Families who had children treated in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at St. Charles Bend gathered on Saturday for a reunion event. The celebration brought together parents, children, nurses, doctors and hospital staff to acknowledge their shared experiences and the progress of the young patients. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, also known as NICU, is
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Cascade Seventh-day Adventist Church in Bend, Ore., is holding its annual free children’s clothing drive, “God’s Closet,” this Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event aims to assist families in need by supplying clothing to children and plans to serve double the number of families assisted last year. The
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Prineville Police Department is urging residents to exercise extra caution on the roads as local deer once again challenge traffic laws and crosswalks, particularly during early morning and evening hours. The community is reminded to stay alert and drive carefully to avoid unexpected encounters with these often unpredictable animals. The
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CHILOQUIN, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 5th Annual Chi-Town Family Festival will offer two days of free music and family fun in Chiloquin on June 19th and 20th, 2026. The event, featuring live music and various activities, will be held at the Chiloquin Rodeo & Event Grounds, with no admission or parking fees. Festival organizers are
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the return of the Reggae Rise Up music festival in Redmond to the Sisters Rodeo. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, June 12th. 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) — A litter of puppies found in abandoned trailer are getting a fresh start thanks to BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond. BrightSide says, looking at these puppies today, you would never guess what they have overcome. They were found in an abandoned trailer with their mom, who unfortunately did not survive. After
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A blood drive is being held in honor of a Redmond firefighter-paramedic remembered for his service, strength and dedication to his community. The blood drive, scheduled for Friday, July 24, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., will take place at 341 NW Dogwood Ave. in Redmond. The flyer below was posted
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(update: adding comments from students and school officials) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Tumalo Community School is breaking new ground—literally—marking the start of a major campus expansion with a ceremonial groundbreaking held Thursday. The project, set to continue through the summer, will add four new classrooms and expand the school to serve students from kindergarten through
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, June 11th. 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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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A solemn tribute will take place next week in Salem as Oregon honors firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training and the Oregon Fire Service Honor Guard will host the annual Oregon Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial Ceremony on Tuesday,
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A special salute to grads across Central Oregon! This is a time to honor the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of our local graduates who are ready to take the next big step. Congrats Grad! is sponsored by Mission Linen Supply and Bright Wood. Submissions closed June 6th.
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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) — OnPoint Community Credit Union has awarded a $3,500 grant to the BendNEXT Foundation to fund leadership development scholarships for 10 emerging leaders in Central Oregon. This funding aims to strengthen the region’s workforce pipeline and address ongoing employer challenges. The grant is part of OnPoint Community Credit Union’s bi-annual Community Grants
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