UPDATE: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Museum announced Thursday it has earned accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the gold standard for animal care and well-being worldwide. The Museum went before the AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission for final review on Sunday for accreditation in what has been a years-long
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College is staging ‘Jobfest’ events for career-seekers at its Bend and Redmond campuses, with nearly 40 local companies and agencies set to participate. They will take place October 2nd and 7th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and are free and open to the public. Additionally, both campuses
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, September 19th. 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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OLYMPIA, Wash. (KTVZ) – Local independent pet retailer Mud Bay will match all customer pet food purchases on Neighborhood Pet Store Day, Saturday, September 27th, by donating an equal amount of pet food and supplies to animal welfare organizations in the community. “Shelters are stretched thin right now, and food is one of their biggest
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s only dedicated bunny rescue, Embers Wildflower Bunny Rescue, is helping abandoned and surrendered bunnies find loving homes. Founder Lindsey Provost joined KTVZ to share how the community can get involved. Provost introduced to us two of the sanctuary’s residents, Malachite and Crystal, who have been patiently waiting for their
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – In celebration of Welcoming Week 2025, three local organizations are bringing back the popular Health and Wellness Fair to be held Saturday, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Ponderosa Park (225 SE 15th St.) in Bend. Mosaic Community Health, Deschutes County Health Services and Volunteers in Medicine Clinic
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With nearly 40 local companies and agencies set to participate, Central Oregon Community College is staging JobFest events for career-seekers at its Bend and Redmond campuses pm Thursday, Oct. 2 and Tuesday, Oct. 7, respectively, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on both dates. These events are free and open to
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, April 25th. 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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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A new business in Bend wants to be a place for the community to come together and make art. ‘Beat of my art’ is located just off of Norton avenue. They offer family painting sessions and home school art classes. It’s not just painting for kids. the space is open to everyone
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes Children’s Foundation and Heart of Oregon Corps are once again teaming up to protect Central Oregon families by reducing fire risk at DCF’s East Bend Campus. Funded through a grant from the Oregon State Fire Marshal, this project supports the safety of the 10+ nonprofit partners and hundreds of
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La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver is calling on creative minds and DIY enthusiasts to take part in the ReStore Upcycle Challenge, a unique opportunity to turn discarded items into one-of-a-kind treasures — all while helping build homes for local families in need. Beginning Tuesday, September 16, participants can
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – If you missed the April 15 tax filing deadline, you can still file your 2024 taxes. Thanks to the Oregon Department of Human Services Tax Infrastructure Grant Program, free tax filing help is available through October 15. There is no penalty for filing now if you are due refund money. In
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon has received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service to extend the 10-day time period allowed to request replacement of food purchased with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that were lost or destroyed due to the Flat Fire that started Aug. 21 in Deschutes and
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, April 25th. 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) The Jefferson County Event Complex is hosting the 56th Annual Cowdeo presented by NextEra Energy & Bright Wood Saturday, September 27, 2025 inside the Corwin Arena. Cowdeo Mission Statement-Providing an opportunity for kids ages 5 – 14 to experience friendly rodeo competition in a family atmosphere, while contributing to community non-profit organizations.
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In a heartbreaking case of animal hoarding, 298 dogs were recently confiscated from a property in Ensenada, Mexico, where they were found living in unimaginable conditions. Most of the dogs were crammed into tiny metal cages, trapped in complete darkness, suffering from malnutrition, untreated injuries, and severe neglect.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities. Here’s the full USPS announcement: Those who attend these hiring events will find a wealth of information on USPS employment
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Destination Rehab said Tuesday it’s thrilled to announce the launch of its newest community program, Trailblazers Adventure Group, which began this month. This inclusive program invites individuals with neurologic conditions and mobility limitations to experience recreational adventures—such as kayaking and recumbent biking—under the guidance of licensed physical therapists. The goal is
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes Historical Museum has just announced an escape room experience based on real local history. Your team of up to six players works together to find clues, solve puzzles and escape The Curse of the Curate’s Collection. Playing the part of Research Interns, participants assist historian A.R. Chive in locating
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, September 16th. 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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