One Class at a Time: Civil Air Patrol Cadet program receives grant
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Civil Air Patrol Cadet program recently received a $1,000 grant from Mid Oregon Credit Union and KTVZ’s “One Class at a…
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Bend Summer Criterium Series returns for five-week cycling event
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Summer Criterium Series, presented by McGlone Property Group-EXP Realty, is returning for a five-week series. The…
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Backcountry Offroad Expo brings off-road community together in Sisters
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Backcountry Offroad Expo is coming to Sisters High School August 1-2. The expo takes place August 1 & 2 and brings…
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Bend’s annual Pet Parade celebrates 99th year on July 4th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District’s Pet Parade is a community tradition since 1924 and the 99th occurrence of the annual…
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Mountain View Community Development to open microshelter site in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mountain View Community Development will host an open house at its newest site in Bend on Thursday, June 25, from 3:30 p.m. to…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, June 23rd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, June 23rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Deschutes County seeks public input for 2026 natural hazards plan update
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to gather public…
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Mt. Bachelor’s summer operations begin with expanded terrain and activities
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin summer operations on Thursday, June 25. The opening will feature the most expansive…
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Bend-La Pine Schools health centers open throughout the summer for students
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools school-based health centers are offering access all summer long for students. Bend Senior High…
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Classic cars, planes, and bikes draw hundreds to Prineville Airport event
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of people gathered at Prineville Airport for the 2026 Wings and Wheels event, which showcased nearly 70 diverse…
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Cascade Cycling Classic brings cyclists and community together in downtown Bend
(Update: adding video, comments from race director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend streets closed to traffic Sunday as cyclists took over for the…
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SAVE THE DATE: Oregon’s largest open air garage and vintage sale, Juneteenth celebration, and celebrating dad
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Harley Coldiron highlights three local events, from a garage & vintage sale…
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After 33 Years Serving La Pine, Assistant Fire Chief Dan Daugherty Retires
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dan Daugherty, assistant fire chief for La Pine Fire District, has retired after 33 years dedicated to the community. Joyce…
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Great Drake Park Duck Race returns Sept. 13; tickets benefit Central Oregon charities
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 37th annual Great Drake Park Duck Race, a fundraiser supporting local community charities, is scheduled for Sunday, Sept.…
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There’s Good News: Bend cyclists of all ages invited to hit the course at Cascade Cycling Classic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For one afternoon, downtown Bend streets, usually filled with traffic, will belong to cyclists of every age and ability.…
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Bend Bikes, Central Oregon YIMBY to host community social on housing, transportation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon YIMBY (Yes In My Back Yard) and Bend Bikes are teaming up for a community social event focused on the future of…
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Central Oregon Earth Seeds hosts vibrant Juneteenth celebration this Saturday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon Earth Seeds and Moonchild Artistry Events invite the community to join this Saturday’s Juneteenth Central Oregon…
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Wheels and Wings returns to the Prineville airport Father’s Day Weekend
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Fourth Annual Wheels and Wings event is scheduled to return to the Prineville Airport on Saturday, June 20th. The…
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Rattlesnake Aversion Training for dogs returns to Central Oregon for another successful season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dogs and their owners gathered on the outskirts of Bend this week for an annual training aimed at helping dogs avoid…
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Avoid parking woes: CET’s summer shuttles to outdoor destinations are back
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit (CET) has reinstated its summer recreation shuttle services, offering convenient access to Central…
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