A special salute to grads across Central Oregon! This is a time to honor the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of our local graduates who are ready to take the next big step. Congrats Grad! is sponsored by Mission Linen Supply and Bright Wood. Submissions closed June 6th.
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Republic Services are partnering to host a free Community Shred Event this Saturday, June 13, in La Pine. Residents can dispose of sensitive documents, unwanted medications and worn American flags and also donate non-perishable food items. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — OnPoint Community Credit Union has awarded a $3,500 grant to the BendNEXT Foundation to fund leadership development scholarships for 10 emerging leaders in Central Oregon. This funding aims to strengthen the region’s workforce pipeline and address ongoing employer challenges. The grant is part of OnPoint Community Credit Union’s bi-annual Community Grants
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Construction on the roundabout at the intersection of 15th Street and Ferguson Road in Bend, Ore., will begin June 22. The intersection will fully close to safely complete the work, with detours in place for motorists. The project is a voter-approved 2020 Transportation GO Bond initiative. The work includes constructing a new
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Noah, a sixth grade student from La Pine Middle School, recently appeared as a junior forecaster, delivering the weather report for several local cities. His forecast predicted mostly sunny conditions with temperatures near 80 degrees for the upcoming week. His report included specific temperature forecasts for Redmond, La Pine, Sisters and Bend. Noah, who enjoys
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students, families and staff at Warm Springs K-8 Academy marked the last day of school with a celebration centered on culture, tradition and community. The school’s annual powwow brought students together to honor tribal traditions while celebrating the conclusion of another academic year. Families and community members gathered alongside staff
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several Central Oregon organizations are among more than a dozen across the state receiving e-mobility grants aimed at expanding access to electric transportation, from e-bikes and electric vehicles to charging stations. The grants, funded through the Oregon Clean Fuels Program and administered by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, are designed
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Grace and Hammer restaurant in Redmond is expanding its offerings in its fourth month under new ownership. The establishment, housed in a historic building constructed in 1912, continues to operate after being purchased by a group of local friends in early 2026. The new owners aim to grow the legacy of
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Editor’s Note: Rainn Wilson is also a Central Oregon resident and was evacuated during the 2025 Flat Fire. By:Ashley Murray-June 9, 2026 WASHINGTON — As various officials and groups aim to use the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, a bipartisan group of lawmakers, with the help of a famed sitcom actor, turned the
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) and the Ochoco National Forest have completed a pioneering reforestation project in the Crazy Creek Fire burn area. This effort resulted in the planting and protection of more than 74,000 ponderosa pine seedlings across 424 acres of federal forestland. This initiative marks the first reforestation project
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Tonight will be a chilly one with clear skies and temperatures plunging into the 30s and low 40s across the Tri-County area. But grab your sunscreen for tomorrow, because we are vaulting straight into a beautiful stretch of sunny, 80-degree weather that is perfect for hitting the local trails or the golf course. Enjoy these
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This story was originally published by CNN. Click here for live updates. (CNN) — Annual inflation rose to a three-year-high of 4.2% in May, underscoring how elevated energy prices are rippling through the US economy, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Prices rose 0.5% on a monthly basis, driven higher by the
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, June 10th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:Â https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNN) — Right now, the Trump Administration is urging a federal judge to reject a bid to stop an upcoming UFC fight at the White House. It argues a lawsuit from two Virginia residents against the event was brought too late to justify judicial intervention now. The event is set to take place
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After a blustery start to the week, Central Oregon is heading into a stretch of classic early summer weather. The gusty winds and scattered mountain showers that moved through Tuesday will gradually wind down on Wednesday, making way for warmer temperatures, sunny skies and a dry pattern that looks set to stick around through the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 7th Annual Heroes on the Run event, presented by Subaru of Bend, will take place on Sunday, June 14, in Bend’s Old Mill District. This event combines a professionally timed run with family-friendly activities to raise funds for Street Dog Hero’s animal rescue and welfare missions. The day-long event, scheduled
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TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Tumalo resident says his irrigation water has been completely shut off, despite having deeded water rights, as drought conditions continue to strain the area’s water supply. KTVZ News is speaking with the Tumalo resident along with state water officials about what the shutoff means for residents’ land, how it affects
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(Park Picks airs tonight on KTVZ News) Miller’s Landing Park is a popular spot along the Deschutes River, richly rooted in Bend’s history! In this week’s Park Pick, Jillian Fortner explores what this area used to be before it became a park and highlights how Miller’s Landing is making water recreation safer and more accessible.
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The Bend Elks take on the Wild Wild West tonight at Vince Genna Stadium in Bend! Expect sunny and breezy conditions for the game with temperatures in the 50s to low 60s. The Elks have a few more home games this week, and even warmer weather is on the way.
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon is beginning to dry out this Tuesday, though a few lingering mountain showers are still possible. Skies will gradually become sunnier through the day as breezy west winds develop behind the cold front. Temperatures will remain cool, with highs only reaching the mid 60s. High pressure building offshore will
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