SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area announced it will open today, January 8th at 9 A.M. Read the full release from Hoodoo below: Hoodoo Ski Area will open its season this Thursday, Jan. 8, with the Easy Rider and Manzanita lifts running 9 am – 9 pm. The Big Green Machine lift will open soon
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(Update: Adding other weather impacts) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor picked up eight inches of snow in the last 24 hours, with another 6-10 inches expected by tomorrow morning. Check out the KTVZ Local Alert Weather Team Snow Report at: https://ktvz.com/weather/snow-report/2026/01/07/snow-report-finally-some-decent-snow-across-the-cascades/ Here’s what the resort shared with KTVZ News regarding what this means for skiers
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(Update: Video Added) OREGON (KTVZ) — Registration is now open for a virtual 5K sponsored by Oregon Parks Forever! Folks all over the country can run, walk, roll, or even paddle! Read the full release from Oregon Parks Forever with all you need to know, and how to register below: Registration is open for the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth (COPY), a program of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, is offering a class to prepare volunteers to become mentors for children with an incarcerated parent. After initial training and background checks, volunteers are matched with a child who shares similar interests and commit to spending a few hours
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We got to have these adorable bonded cats in studio today for Pet Pals. They are nice, sweet, loving and animal friendly. They could be just the right thing for you and your family to begin the new year. If you’re interested in adopting these two cuties and giving them a forever home, just head
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Samantha, an 8-9 year old mixed breed looking for her forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond! Samantha is the sweetest senior pup. She came into the shelter as a transfer and not much is known about her history. She had head trauma and has received
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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) — Today we were honored to meet Feta, an adorable rabbit. It may sound cheesy, but the six-year-old is sweet, gentle, and calm hearted. Plus, she’s got a crazy impressive hairdo. If you’re interested in adopting Feta and giving her a forever home, just head on down to the Humane Society of
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Sully, a 7-year-old border collie mix looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. Sully came into the shelter as an owner surrender due to some life circumstances and is full of love to give. “He is a family dog. He loves kids,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — One in three households in Central Oregon, roughly 30,000 families, struggle to make ends meet daily. In response, the United Way of Central Oregon (UWCO) has launched the CARES Collection Drive this holiday season to assist those in need. The CARES Collection Drive aims to ease the burden on families during
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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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Earl and Bun Bun are looking for their forever home! These sweet, bonded guinea pigs are about 3 years old. They are full of personality and adorable squeaks!
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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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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Storm impacts continue to affect roads across Oregon, and travel is expected to remain challenging heading into the weekend, the Oregon Department of Transportation said Friday. Flooding, downed trees, debris, landslides and mountain snow are all contributing to difficult and sometimes unpredictable conditions, with more rain and snow in the forecast.
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Capture the magic of the season! Join KTVZ and Advanced Northwest Welding for our Sweet Santa Photo Contest and share your best Santa snapshots for a chance to receive a $150 VISA Gift Card from Advanced Northwest Welding. Your photo could also be featured on KTVZ News at Sunrise! Snap a pic, share the cheer,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Dusty, a 1 1/2 year old mixed breed with a very playful spirit. Dusty came into the shelter as a stray but loves meeting new people and playing with his toys! “We do know that he’s mixed with goofiness and love and happiness. He’s done really
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In Redmond, a community-backed arts effort is stepping up where school budgets fall short. It’s exactly the kind of innovative, student-centered effort KTVZ News and Mid Oregon Credit Union look to celebrate through One Class at a Time — supporting the teachers and programs that make a difference every day.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A brand-new arts and culture festival is coming to the heart of Bend. The inaugural BCD Block Party will take over the Bend Central District on Friday and Saturday, July 10–11, 2026, bringing together local artists, performers, makers, and community members for a two-day celebration of creativity in all its forms. Designed to highlight
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Subaru of Bend is helping support a local nonprofit this holiday season in a way that could save lives.
As part of Subaru’s national Share the Love event, Bend’s family-owned dealership selected Stroke Awareness Oregon as one of this year’s local beneficiaries. The annual campaign runs from November through the new year, with Subaru donating money for every new vehicle sold.
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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