BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Officers with the Bend Police Department are inviting the community to grab a cup of coffee and chat. National Coffee with a Cop Day is next Wednesday, October 7th. Officers will be at Junction Roastery and Social Club on Ninth Street in Bend from 9-10:30 a.m. The event is open to the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, COCC’s ‘Fall JobFest’ is kicking off in Bend Thursday, October 1st. The event is open to everyone and takes place at the Coats Campus Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. You’ll get to meet employers spanning a wide variety of fields, such as healthcare, technology, trades, and more. You also
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dr. Will Speed, a Bend family doctor and Oregon Adaptive Sports volunteer who sustained severe brain trauma after being hit by a car in January, has completed a more than 50-mile bike race in Bend. The collision occurred on Powers Road when a driver allegedly ran a red light and struck
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon families who received Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer funds have 122 days from issuance to spend their benefits before they expire. For families who automatically received benefits on June 5th, 2026, those funds will expire on October 4th, 2026. The Summer EBT program is jointly administered by the Oregon Department of
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A group of Oregon businesses are competing for the Coolest Thing Made in Oregon award, and you get to decide who the winner is! One local finalist includes the Hazelnut Espresso Vodka by Crater Lake Spirits in Bend. The first round of voting has concluded, and there are only eight finalists left. The contest
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CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students at Crook County Middle School are getting an early look at potential career paths through hands-on learning opportunities. The program gives students the chance to build real-world skills while exploring different interests and areas of study. By learning through hands-on experiences, students can discover their strengths and get a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police Department is saying goodbye to Sgt. Tyson Poole as he begins his retirement after more than 25 years in law enforcement. Poole spent the past 13 years serving with the Bend Police Department. The department recognized Poole on Monday, thanking him for his service and contributions to the Bend
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(KTVZ) — More than 1,500 volunteers joined together across Oregon and Southwest Washington for the annual SOLVE Beach & Riverside Cleanup, completing 96 environmental restoration projects between Sept. 18 and Sept. 27. SOLVE staff with Jack Johnson and his wife Kim at Village Green , Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend SOLVE volunteers picking up litter in
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(KTZ) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced nearly $43 million in post-disaster recovery and mitigation funding Tuesday for projects across Alaska, Oregon and Washington. The federal grants support local infrastructure repairs, hazard mitigation measures and public safety reimbursements following recent natural disasters. The funding is distributed across three FEMA initiatives, including more than
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office will hold their annual sandwich feed to raise funds for search & rescue. It takes place October 1st and 2nd, in front of Ray’s food Place in Prineville. The events run from 8:00AM to 6:30PM, and offer breakfast burritos or a tri-tip sandwich. On Friday, October
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Redmond Fire & Rescue will reopen outdoor burning on Thursday, Oct. 1, at 8 a.m. Recent rainfall and cooler temperatures have lowered the risk of fire spread to safe levels across the district. Fire regulations vary depending on location and fire type. Open debris burning remains strictly prohibited within Redmond city limits at all times,
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The first round of voting in the fourth annual Coolest Thing Made in Oregon contest concluded yesterday, narrowing the field of manufactured products from 16 to eight finalists. Presented by Oregon Business & Industry, the contest highlights products manufactured throughout the state. A panel selected the original 16 finalists from nominations submitted by Oregonians over
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The Oregon Department of Revenue’s Bend regional office will temporarily close at noon on Oct. 5 for staff training. Located at 951 SW Simpson Avenue, Suite 100, the office will remain closed all day on Oct. 6 before reopening at 1 p.m. on Oct. 7. The closure in Bend aligns with broader statewide administrative scheduling
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Assistance League of Bend will distribute free handmade hats and comfort items to cancer patients and survivors at the annual Heaven Can Wait 5K Walk/Run this Sunday, Oct. 4, at the Redmond High School football stadium. The event raises funds for Sara’s Project, a fund of the St. Charles Foundation
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CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — In Crook County, the four-legged members of Search and Rescue are preparing for tough calls. The Crook County Sheriff’s Office K9 Team recently completed the second part of it’s training, with three days of hard-work at Walton Lake. The dogs practiced detection from the shoreline, simulating a search with no
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications are open through Wednesday, Sept. 30, for Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE), a free eight-week business training program for military veterans and their family members. The in-person program is designed to assist military-connected entrepreneurs in developing skills to create and sustain small businesses. Offered in collaboration with
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — The Pacific Power Foundation awarded $20,600 to six Central Oregon organizations today to support local environmental protection and community programs. The awards were distributed through the foundation’s Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect grant cycle. The funding will assist local non-profits in providing hands-on outdoor education for students, expanding volunteer initiatives and
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(KTVZ) — Law enforcement agencies across Central and Eastern Oregon are increasing high-visibility patrols to target distracted driving. Officials warn drivers that holding or using an electronic device while operating a vehicle carries immediate legal and financial consequences. Under Oregon law, operating a motor vehicle while using an electronic mobile device is a Class B
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today, The Oregon Department of Administrative Services published the maximum allowable rent increase percentages for calendar year 2027. The maximum allowable rent increase percentage for tenancies subject to ORS 90.324(b) is set at 10%. The annual announcement complies with state law under ORS 90.324. According to the Oregon Department of Administrative
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sue Matters, station manager of KWSO Radio in Warm Springs, has received a $500 Pay it Forward award for her efforts to keep the local community informed. The award is part of KTVZ’s Pay it Forward program, which highlights individuals working to make Central Oregon a better place. The monthly
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