Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, February 9th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, February 9th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Sailor, the Super Bowl predicting dog, seeks forever home
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sailor, a 2-year-old dog at the Humane Society of Central Oregon, predicted the Patriots would win the Super Bowl this week…
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Despite rumors, Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bend Chapter staying open, with a Valentine’s Day bed build planned
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Despite community rumors that the Central Oregon Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) might close, the organization’s…
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‘It’s vital’: Cascades East Transit launches fund to provide bus passes for financially burdened individuals
Cascades East Transit is rolling out two new programs to strengthen community connection across Central…
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‘A safe place’: The Juniper House, a sober living home for women in Bend, prepares to open
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new Central Oregon sober living home for women is preparing for its first residents. Since 2020, New Each Morning has acted as…
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Save the Date: A fun dog adoption event, local market, and more 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 a dog adoption event with…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, February 6th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, February 6th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Making a Difference: Every Child Central Oregon urges you to give back to local foster children
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares…
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Catch a wave: ‘Know Waves’ with special programs all through February at Deschutes Public Library
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) From crest to trough, ride “Know Waves” with Deschutes Public Library in February. Make a splash by creating a…
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City of Redmond launches 2026 biennial community survey; here’s the link
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond hasy launched its 2026 biennial Community Survey. The purpose is to learn what the community thinks about…
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Bend Park & Rec’s spring recreation program registration opens online next Tuesday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Spring appears to be arriving early, so it’s a great time to plan ahead and register for upcoming spring recreation programs.…
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Free tax preparation help available for seniors across Oregon through AARP’s Tax-Aide
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Older Oregonians can get expert help filing their taxes at no cost this tax season through AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, the…
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There’s Good News: Middle schoolers provide academic support at Buff Elementary
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — National Junior Honor Society students from JCMS recently volunteered in kindergarten through second-grade classrooms at Buff…
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Ross Dress for Less, Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend team up for in-store fundraiser to help kids succeed in school
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ross Stores is launching its 12th annual “Help Local Kids Succeed in School” fundraiser starting on Saturday to benefit the Boys…
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Cutest Couple Photo Contest: Love is in the air in Central Oregon!
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and we want to see your couple’s photo that makes everyone say, “Awhhhhhh!” You can enter the Cutest Couple…
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‘Going to be a big hit:’ Bend business optimistic about local super-bowl ad encouraging early allergen introduction to babies
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — A Bend-based baby food company is making the most of Super Bowl Sunday. Square Baby, initially founded in 2018 by Katie…
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Cutest Couple Photo Contest: Check out these adorable viewer-submitted photos!
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and we want to see your couple’s photo that makes everyone say, “Awhhhhhh!” You can enter the Cutest Couple…
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Visit Bend opens applications for arts and culture grants funded by tourism
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Visit Bend is accepting grant applications now through March 27th for high-quality arts and culture events support, funded…
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Bend Summer Festival is moving up to late May, also gets a new title sponsor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After 35 years of fun under the often-hot summer sun, the Bend Summer Festival will be kicking off the season with a new,…
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Oliver Books in Prineville sparks community connection with month-long reading challenge
One local bookstore in Crook County is turning the month of February into a community-wide celebration of reading.
Oliver Books in downtown…
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