Deschutes County seeks public input for 2026 natural hazards plan update
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to gather public…
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Mt. Bachelor’s summer operations begin with expanded terrain and activities
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin summer operations on Thursday, June 25. The opening will feature the most expansive…
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Bend-La Pine Schools health centers open throughout the summer for students
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools school-based health centers are offering access all summer long for students. Bend Senior High…
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Classic cars, planes, and bikes draw hundreds to Prineville Airport event
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of people gathered at Prineville Airport for the 2026 Wings and Wheels event, which showcased nearly 70 diverse…
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Cascade Cycling Classic brings cyclists and community together in downtown Bend
(Update: adding video, comments from race director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend streets closed to traffic Sunday as cyclists took over for the…
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SAVE THE DATE: Oregon’s largest open air garage and vintage sale, Juneteenth celebration, and celebrating dad
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Harley Coldiron highlights three local events, from a garage & vintage sale…
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After 33 Years Serving La Pine, Assistant Fire Chief Dan Daugherty Retires
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dan Daugherty, assistant fire chief for La Pine Fire District, has retired after 33 years dedicated to the community. Joyce…
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Great Drake Park Duck Race returns Sept. 13; tickets benefit Central Oregon charities
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 37th annual Great Drake Park Duck Race, a fundraiser supporting local community charities, is scheduled for Sunday, Sept.…
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There’s Good News: Bend cyclists of all ages invited to hit the course at Cascade Cycling Classic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For one afternoon, downtown Bend streets, usually filled with traffic, will belong to cyclists of every age and ability.…
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Bend Bikes, Central Oregon YIMBY to host community social on housing, transportation
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…
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Central Oregon Earth Seeds hosts vibrant Juneteenth celebration this Saturday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon Earth Seeds and Moonchild Artistry Events invite the community to join this Saturday’s Juneteenth Central Oregon…
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Wheels and Wings returns to the Prineville airport Father’s Day Weekend
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Fourth Annual Wheels and Wings event is scheduled to return to the Prineville Airport on Saturday, June 20th. The…
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Rattlesnake Aversion Training for dogs returns to Central Oregon for another successful season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dogs and their owners gathered on the outskirts of Bend this week for an annual training aimed at helping dogs avoid…
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Avoid parking woes: CET’s summer shuttles to outdoor destinations are back
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit (CET) has reinstated its summer recreation shuttle services, offering convenient access to Central…
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HDCM Spotlight Chamber Players conclude season with free concert
The High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) Spotlight Chamber Players will present their final performance of the season on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at…
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There’s Good News: NICU families reunite at St. Charles Bend for heartwarming event
Families who had children treated in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at St. Charles Bend gathered on Saturday for a reunion event. The celebration…
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Bend church hosts annual God’s Closet clothing drive for kids
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Cascade Seventh-day Adventist Church in Bend, Ore., is holding its annual free children’s clothing drive, “God’s Closet,”…
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Deer disrupt traffic in Prineville, police urge caution on roads
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Prineville Police Department is urging residents to exercise extra caution on the roads as local deer once again…
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Free music and fun at 5th Annual Chi-Town Family Festival in Chiloquin
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…
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Save the Date: Reggae Rise Up returns, Sisters Rodeo continues, and more events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
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…
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