Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, June 10th. 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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(KTVZ) — Some Central Oregon nonprofits are getting a funding boost from the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation, which awarded $606,815 today to 87 nonprofits across seven Oregon counties. Deschutes County organizations received a total of $135,050. Among the local recipients, La Pine Community Health Center received $10,000, Family Access Network Foundation received $7,500 and
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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) — Central Oregon high school graduates are celebrating the start of summer–and their adult lives. One KTVZ viewer, Angela Salido, shared a photo with us of her graduating student surfing into summer! Take a look: Pictured above is Olive Shatting, Bend Senior High School ’26, surfing in her grad gown. It doesn’t
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OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC) has awarded $62,500 in grants to 14 historic cemetery projects across the state, including Deschutes County. These funds will support preservation efforts, tree care and surveys. The grants are part of the annual Historic Cemeteries Grant program, aiming to help document, preserve and promote designated
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, June 8th. 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) — 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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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School graduates celebrated their achievements today by taking part in a long-standing Prineville tradition: the Graduates Parade. The event, held just after noon, brought students and community members together for a unique celebratory procession through the city. Students gathered in the high school parking lot to transform their
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Against a stunning sunset, Mountain View High School celebrated the Class of 2026, honoring 271 graduates, including Valedictorian Brendan Medina and Salutatorian Hailey Crum. The evening was filled with pride and joy as family, friends and staff gathered to commend the students’ academic achievements and future aspirations.
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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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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Police has a new K-9 recruit and Oregon kiddos are invited to help name him. He’s a one-year-old red Labrador Retriever currently in training and will soon join K-9 Scout and K-9 Drake as part of Oregon State Police’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation K-9 Program. K-9 recruit patiently waiting for his
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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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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, June 5th. 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) — A warm bed. A caring mentor. New clothes for school. For many children, these simple things can make all the difference. That’s why KTVZ’s 21 Cares for Kids program shines a spotlight on local nonprofits working to give kids the support they need to thrive. The Assistance League of Bend provides
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Cascades East Transit Launches “Try Transit Week” June 1–5 Free Commute-Hour Rides, Pop-Up Events, and Community Challenges Encourage Central Oregonians to Hop Onboard BEND, OR — May 20, 2026 – Cascades East Transit (CET) is inviting the community to leave the car behind and experience public transportation in a whole new way during “Try Transit Week,” happening June 1–5 across
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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. Do you have a graduate this year? We invite proud families and friends to share their favorite graduation photos, and help
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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) — Parents and children across Deschutes County recently attended a free health fair in Bend today at the Deschutes County Health Services building. The event offered various health and family services, including free coupons for farmers markets, information on local child care programs, dental screenings and a mobile food pantry. Deschutes County
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