Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from Comedy Night at Hosmer Bar to a meteor shower canoe tour. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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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.
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is hosting a community meeting about the future of the “Outback” site from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27, at City Hall, 710 NW Wall Street. Staff will give a brief presentation at 5:15 p.m. Outback is home to the City’s surface water filtration facility,
Continue ReadingKTVZ21, Cascade Village Shopping Center, and Sylvan Learning are inviting you to share your Back to School photos. Most Central Oregon kiddos aren’t back in the classroom just yet, so this week we did a KTVZ News Edition. Share your best pictures from the first days of school and you’ll be entered to win a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Children’s literacy nonprofit SMART Reading is now open for donations of new and gently used children’s books on an ongoing basis. The organization, which pairs volunteers with students for one-on-one reading sessions and gives participants two new books to keep each month, is in the early phases of opening a Book
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ Chief Meteorologist John Carroll spoke at the monthly meeting of EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) Chapter 1345 High Desert Flyers at the Bend Municipal Airport Wednesday night. The High Desert Flyers are a group of aviation enthusiasts, aircraft builders and pilots who meet each month to share ideas, exchange information, encourage
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — We had a wide range of gardens today that each have their own personality. First off, a garden consisting of a re-purposed hot tub and a quiet pond. A “rockin’ rock garden” complete with blue stones and colorful flowers, followed by a corn field that goes on for “daze” and may
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(update: adding video, comments from Brightside) REDMOND, Ore (KTVZ) – Since 2015, NBC’s Clear the Shelters has helped nearly 1.2 million pets find homes. This August, KTVZ is featuring Central Oregon shelters working to do the same. At Brightside Animal Shelter this month, adoption fees are discounted, and your price is decided by one spin
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local nonprofit Every Child Central Oregon is expanding its programming to address a critical but often overlooked need in our community — diapers. The organization, a 21 Cares for Kids partner, announced Wednesday the launch of the Marked for Love Diaper Bank, to ensure that families in Central Oregon have consistent
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City Council recently approved the construction contract for the Butler Market & Wells Acres Roundabout & Butler Market Key Route Project. Construction is expected to begin in early-mid September. To reduce traffic impacts, eastbound traffic on Butler Market Road will remain open throughout construction. Westbound Butler Market Road will be
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CLACKAMAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative, operator of the BottleDrop network, announced Wednesday that it is activating its Emergency Fund to aid with wildfire relief in Oregon and is inviting Oregonians to support the effort through container donations. OBRC’s Emergency Fund will match up to $20,000 in total donations made via BottleDrop
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Bend-La Pine School DistrictFirst Day of Class: September 3rd (1st-6th and 9th grades – Staggered Kindergarten)First Day of Class: September 4th (7th-8th and 10th-12th grades – Staggered Kindergarten)First Day of Class: September 5th (All Kindergarten) Crook County School DistrictFirst Day of Class: September 2nd (1st-6th and 9th grades)First Day of Class: September 3rd (7th-8th and
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July 2025 – The Bend-LaPine Education Foundation is proud to announce a recent award from the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation. The $5,000 award will help to fund the foundation’s Classroom Enrichment projects. “We are grateful for these generous grants that will support teaching and learning in our schools,” said Michele Emery, Education Foundation board
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend and St. Charles Health Systems said Tuesday they are thrilled to announce the eighth annual celebration of Welcoming Week in Bend, from September 12-21. The City of Bend proudly supports Welcoming Week alongside numerous community partners in the shared commitment to foster a welcoming environment for all
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The first day of school is Wednesday, September 3, and the Bend-La Pine Transportation Department is preparing families and students for bus ridership with two different programs. Winnie the Pooh School Bus Safety The first is the return of the Winnie the Pooh School Bus Safety program. New bus riders, kindergarten
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new community resource is coming to Central Oregon: the Central Oregon Tool Library (COTool), a nonprofit lending library for tools and DIY resources, will soon open its doors in the parking lot of the Bend ReStore. The launch date is set for Friday, September 5th. The Central Oregon Tool Library
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District is seeking community members to help name future park, facility and trail projects. Applications are being accepted for five positions on the board of directors’ appointed Naming Committee. Applications are being accepted through Friday, Aug. 29. The applicant questionnaire is online. “Serving on the naming committee is
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(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – World-class shows at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, walking along the river trail, patio happy hours, and retail therapy are highlights of the Bend Summer season. Commute Options said Thursday it’s thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Hayden Homes Amphitheater and the Old Mill District for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation said Monday it’s proud to announce that this spring, they were awarded Silver Certification from the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Association, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s commitment to excellence. This prestigious certification acknowledges that MBSEF has established the systems, structures, and quality of
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EUGENE, Ore.) — SELCO Community Credit Union will once again support educators with up to $125,000 through its two flagship educator programs, each designed to help teachers who too often pay out of pocket for classroom-related expenses. Back for a second year, the Regional Classroom Makeovers will fund three projects for up to $15,000 each.
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