REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When we’re young, the lessons that we learn in school can become the skills we use every day, and truly unique lessons often last a lifetime. That’s why KTVZ News and Mid Oregon Credit Union created a program to reward local teachers and classrooms for making our community better, One Class
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend-La Pine Education Foundation is making a difference in local classrooms, and you can help make it happen for students, teachers and staff. Lynsey Harris sat down with Lisa May and Ann Westerhoff to find out about their various programs and a fun upcoming fundraiser – Trivia Night on Wednesday,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend’s Water Services Department’s 2024 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report is now available, city officials said Monday. The report shows that City customers’ drinking water continues to meet all health standards and that the City is 100% compliant in water quality testing and in meeting and exceeding water
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — NatureConnect Central Oregon, formerly known as Central Oregon’s Children’s Forest, announced Monday that it will assume operational and fiscal responsibility for the historic Skyliners Lodge, effective July 1. The High Desert Education Service District, which had announced earlier it would return the permit to the U.S. Forest Service, said it will
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thursday, May 8 marks the 80th anniversary of VE-Day – Victory in Europe, when Nazi Germany surrendered to America and its the Allies in Berlin, Germany. The United States and Allies would continue fighting the Japanese in the Pacific for 4 more months until the Japanese surrender on Sept. 2, 1945
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend Park and Recreation District is opening the application process for the Kids Inc. after-school care program. BPRD’s Kids Inc. program operates in all Bend elementary schools (except Amity Creek and Westside Village). Next year, it will operate after school daily until 5:30 p.m. for K-5th graders. The Kids Inc. application
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(Update: Adding video) WARM SPRINGS (KTVZ) — The 30th Tribal Council of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs was sworn in Monday. Following tradition, the ceremony included singing, dancing and prayers to begin the day, as hundreds of Warm Springs members gathered in the sunshine outside of the Warm Springs Public Administration building. After the
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, May 5th. 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) — Attorney General Dan Rayfield as part of his series of federal oversight forums, paid a visit to Bend on Saturday. He was joined by Congresswoman Janelle Bynum, state Senator Anthony Broadman, and state Representative Jason Kropf to address questions related to their actions to counteract the federal funding
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from Paranormal Cirque to the Spring Home & Garden Show. 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, May 2nd. 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) — It’s a big year for Central Oregon Community College—the school is celebrating its 75th anniversary! On Friday from 4-7 p.m., an anniversary party will take place. COCC is the oldest two-year college in the entire state of Oregon. COCC Applied Science Building To celebrate, KTVZ News is taking
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, May 1st. 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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Deschutes County is encouraging residents to prepare their homes for wildfire season and will be offering FREE disposal of yard debris at collection sites around the county. The 2025 FireFree disposal events begin on May 2, but the drop-off dates and times of operation vary by location. “Wildfire embers can travel several miles and ignite fallen pine
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner announced Wednesday the 2025 Oregon Financial Empowerment Award recipients, recognizing outstanding efforts to boost financial literacy across the state. This annual recognition, now in its fourth year, coincides with Financial Literacy Month. Treasurer Steiner emphasized the vital link between financial know-how and overall well-being, stating, “For the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– After nearly five years, J. Smith is leaving China Hat Road. His van was towed away on Tuesday, in hopes of being repaired, as he looks for his next home. “This is the face of a handicapped senior citizen with a clean record who deserves better than what he’s gotten from our public
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Friday, April 18th, the Family Access Network hosted its 19th annual FANraiser at Pilot Butte Middle School, drawing over 200 guests and raising more than $126,000 to support local families in need. Held in the school cafeteria, attendees enjoyed a nostalgic, lunchbox-style meal reminiscent of their own school days. The
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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) — Hayden Homes is thrilled to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Hayden Homes Amphitheater’s naming rights partnership with a giveaway for five lucky winners to experience a night of live music in style. “The Hayden Homes Amphitheater is an iconic community gathering place that unites people from all over the region
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend is proud to continue its 30+ year legacy of providing safe, supportive spaces where youth thrive. As the Club enters an exciting new chapter, we are preparing a leadership transition that reflects both the Club’s strength and the remarkable career growth of our CEO, Bess
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