BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pilot Butte is being prepared for Bend’s annual 4th of July fireworks show. It will feature more than 1,000 shells and a massive 12-inch finale shell creating a 1,200-foot diameter explosion. The display is scheduled for Saturday at 10 p.m. and is expected to last about 20 minutes. Extensive safety measures
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LA PINE, Ore. — The gates are officially open and the action is underway in southern Deschutes County for one of Central Oregon’s longest-running Independence Day traditions. The La Pine Rodeo kicked off night one of its three-day run, expected to draw thousands of holiday visitors. Proudly dubbed “The Greatest Little Rodeo in Oregon,” organizers
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Volunteers will be out early Saturday morning helping Bend mark the Fourth of July — and the nation’s 250th birthday — with a display honoring veterans. The Bend Heroes Foundation says it will install American flags along the Bend Pet Parade route, beginning at the Bend Heroes Memorial at Brooks Park,
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As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, families are facing significantly higher costs for cookout essentials, fireworks and travel. This comes as inflation reaches a new three-year high. New economic analysis indicates that prices for common Fourth of July staples have risen notably over the past year. Ground beef prices have increased by 20.3%, ice
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire officials are reminding residents about firework safety for the Fourth of July. Public safety advice includes soaking all used fireworks in water for at least 24 hours before disposal. The city of Bend implemented its fireworks restrictions in 2021, allowing only novelty items such as sparklers, smoke bombs and
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(KTVZ) — The Oregon State Marine Board, in partnership with marine law enforcement across the state, will participate in Operation Dry Water from July 3 through July 5. This nationally coordinated effort aims to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities related to boating under the influence of intoxicants. Boating under the influence of intoxicants,
Continue Reading Community members will have limited access to Pilot Butte State Park in Bend from July 1-5 as preparations are made for the July 4th public fireworks display. This year’s Pilot Butte public fireworks display will commence at approximately 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026. In collaboration with the Oregon State Parks Department, Bend Fire
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – AAA projects 72.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home for the 4th of July holiday. This sets a new record, up from 71.8 million travelers last year. But the increase is 0.5% which is smaller than recent year-over-year gains. The number of travelers driving and flying to their
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pet owners are advised to start planning now for potential pet anxiety related to July 4th fireworks. It can take a while to get an appointment with a vet, or fill a specialized prescription. If you are a new pet owners and your pet reacted poorly to recent the recent thunderstorms
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend will be bursting with handmade hearts this Valentine’s weekend, all part of a community tradition that’s all about kindness, creativity, and spreading love. Students from the Waldorf School of Bend, along with residents of Fox Hollow Retirement Community, will rise early Saturday morning to “Heart Bomb” downtown Bend by
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with its annual Peace Breakfast on Jan. 19, featuring a keynote address by Lakayana Yotoma Drury, vice chair of the Oregon Commission on Black Affairs. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area will host its annual New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31, then close until more snow falls. The Easy Rider lift will operate from 4 to 9 p.m., with no other lifts running and uphill travel prohibited. The lodge stays open until midnight, featuring live music by Leroy
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols across Central Oregon this holiday season as part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, a U.S. Department of Transportation initiative to reduce impaired driving. Deputies will be on the lookout for drunk and impaired drivers through New Year’s Eve, joining law
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Though the generosity of its members and community, Mid Oregon Credit Union said Friday that its 2025 Holiday Dough fundraising effort collected $7,250 from over 220 individuals in support of local food banks this holiday season. During the month of December, Mid Oregon’s Holiday Dough invited its members and the community to make financial contributions to assist local nonprofits in their communities. Donations raised provide food and other needed items to
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It’s that time of the year again! We share photos you’ve sent us of you getting into the holiday spirit and decorating your homes. We had some great new submissions this week, including Santa’s reindeer, and proof that there is no such thing as too many festive, twinkling lights. Please don’t forget to share photos
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the season of giving arrives, Shepherd’s House Ministries is preparing to share the warmth of Christmas with Central Oregon neighbors through its annual community holiday dinners. This year, the nonprofit will offer free Christmas meals for anyone in need; including those in its programs, unhoused individuals, local families, and anyone
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The spirit of Chanukah shone brightly Sunday evening as dozens of families, children, and neighbors gathered at the Old Mill District for the 15th annual community menorah lighting, hosted by Chabad of Central Oregon.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– RE/MAX Key Properties carried out its annual holiday tradition Thursday afternoon, stuffing stockings for children served by The Giving Plate food bank. Employees and volunteers from the real estate agency spent the afternoon filling stockings with mostly food items, along with some holiday treats, hygiene products, and a small stuffed animal. The
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the spirit of the holiday season, Sisters-based Country Natural Beef, the country’s largest rancher-owned beef cooperative, is sharing comfort and hearty meals with families staying at Ronald McDonald Houses across the Northwest. Founded nearly 40 years ago, Country Natural Beef has deep roots in the region and a long-standing commitment to the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday that it’s proud to celebrate the success of the recent, 25th annual Shop with a Cop program, which provided warmth, comfort, and holiday cheer to 95 children across Deschutes County. Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers, and law enforcement partners, the program invested $57,000
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