(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pollinator Pathway Bend just announced the upcoming installation of a new native pollinator garden at the corner of Wall Street and Bond Street, including the adjacent roadside planting strip on Wall Street. The project will transform the space with over 100 drought-tolerant native plants that provide food and
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Next week, Central Oregon will welcome nearly 200 attendees to the seventh annual TravelAbility Summit from October 13-15 at Sunriver Resort. Co-hosted by Visit Central Oregon and Travel Oregon, the sold-out Summit will bring together accessibility innovators, tourism leaders, and destination professionals from across the world including the United States, Australia,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has hired Holly Harris to serve as its new Health Services Director. Harris has served as interim Health Services Director since July, when former Director Janice Garceau retired. “Holly’s record of impactful accomplishments, strong relationships across the region and state, commitment to our team and community, and collaborative approach
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members with unwanted medications on hand can dispose of them safely during a free event hosted by St. Charles Health System and the Bend Police Department from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Bend Police Department, 555 NE 15th St., Bend. The take-back event is
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, October 11th, join the Rotary Club of Greater Bend as it hosts a local pub walk, ‘Pints for Polio’. It’s a fundraising effort to eradicate polio globally and is the 14th annual event. For $25, participants receive a commemorative stainless-steel cup and a punch card good for 6-ounce craft
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, October 9th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to anticipated rain, the First Peoples Celebration scheduled for Saturday at Oregon State University – Cascades will now take place indoors in the Charles McGrath Family Atrium in Edward J. Ray Hall on the school’s Bend campus. The event, which celebrates the history and culture of the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County on Wednesday invited community members to apply for an open position on the Budget Committee. Applications will be accepted through Oct. 27, the county said in a news release that continues below:. “We encourage anyone who is interested in county public services and budget processes to apply for this
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fall means being prepared for shorter days with less sun. When walking or rolling, wearing dark clothes can make you seem invisible–so make sure you’re prepared for the dimmer light by wearing bright clothes and keep flashlights handy. Don’t forget to follow the rules of the road when crossing streets. Stop
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TUMAO, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, October 11th, head on out to the Franks Family Ranch in Tumalo for Fall Farm Day! From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. you can shop locally produced natural wool, fiber, and farm products, and feed the farm animals. This is the perfect autumn family fun activity! The ranch is located
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) RootedHomes and arts education non-profit Caldera are inviting the Central Oregon community to the unveiling of a new, vibrant community mural created by local teen artists. The mural transforms a previously blank retaining wall near the future community garden at RootedHomes Rooted at 19th community in Redmond. The public celebration and unveiling
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Street Dog Hero says it has been recognized as the top nonprofit organization in Oregon and awarded a $5,000 grant through Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation’s Mutt’s Across America program. “This generous grant will enable the organization to continue its vital work rescuing dogs and providing critical spay and
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s baaaaaack! The Literary Ghost Walk returns to the Downtown Bend Library, and this year’s haunted stroll promises to be more spirited than ever. Visitors of all ages are invited to meet the ghosts of famous authors, enjoy live music, and make family-friendly crafts. But be careful as
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tax season may be months away, but Central Oregon’s AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program is already recruiting volunteers. The fully volunteer-run program provides free tax assistance to older adults with low to moderate income at six locations across the region. In 2025 alone, the program served more than 2,300 individuals in Deschutes
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — As a member of the Oregon State Bar for over 50 years, David C. Glenn has served as a role model for professionalism within the 22nd Judicial District. Throughout his career, Mr. Glenn has exhibited civil and courteous behavior in court proceedings, shown the utmost respect for his clients, fellow attorneys,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening this Friday, October 10th, from 4 to 7 p.m., head on down to Café Yumm! in Bend’s Old Mill District to support Think Wild Central Oregon! 20% of sales will be donated to the wildlife rehab hospital to care for its wildlife patients. Think Wild says the money will fund wildlife
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(KTVZ) Tuesday, October 7th marks National Taco Day! National Taco Day used to be celebrated on October 4th but was adjusted so that it would always fall on the first Tuesday in October. Many restaurants, like Taco Bell, are celebrating with taco specials. Are you celebrating the occasion?
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening this Saturday, October 11th, at Silver Moon Brewing in Bend, there’s a Moonlight Haunted Market! Get in the spirit of spooky season–you can shop from local vendors, enjoy live music, and more. The all-ages market is from 4 to 11 p.m. and is free to attend.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Celebrate an unforgettable evening of music, community, and connection as the Central Oregon Mastersingers proudly present ‘Rooted in Song’, featuring internationally acclaimed vocalist and composer Moira Smiley for one night only. That’s happening Wednesday, October 29th at 7:00 p.m. At the Tower Theatre in Bend. As a special highlight of the evening,
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OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is inviting the public to view artwork entered in the annual stamp art contest! That’s happening on Tuesday, November 4th from 12:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the ODFW headquarters in Salem. The event is free and open to the public. The headquarters will host the display
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