Oregon governor forms new committee to advise on massive data center growth
Oregon’s governor is organizing a new committee of advisers to weigh in on issues arising from the rapid growth of data centers in the…
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BendFilm executive director departs; new leadership team announced
(Update: Added sot from Clay Pruitt) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BendFilm has announced what it calls a “leadership evolution,” as Executive Director…
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Pet Pals: Theodore, 1 of 3 dachshunds looking for a new home
Theodore the dachshund was in the KTVZ studio today for Pet Pals. Other than being incredibly adorable, he is shy, sweet and loving. Lynne, Director…
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Furry Friends: Handsome Hank loves his toys, attention, and peanut butter!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Hank, an 11-month-old bull terrier mix looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center…
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Bend’s Powder House is expanding by building new entertainment venue
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Powder House, a long-time Bend business, is expanding – establishing a new venue called “Base Camp.” The 8,000-square-foot space…
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‘YEHP’ program combines cash and support to help young adults battle homelessness
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A new study finds that a pilot program combining direct cash payments with wraparound support is helping Oregon youth…
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OSU-Cascades to host MLK Day peace breakfast in Bend
​BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with its annual Peace…
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Pet Pals: Pepe is looking for a new home, preferably with a Ducks fan
This week, on game day no less, we had Pepe in the studio showing off his Ducks pride. The little guy is a 3 year old chihuahua and cute as can be.…
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Furry Friends: Willow would love a home with lots of squeaky toys
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Willow, a 10-month-old mixed breed looking for her forever home at Brightside Animal Center in…
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Hoodoo Ski Area will open today with 8″ of new snow and a base height of 27″
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…
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Mt. Bachelor received 8 inches of snow and 6-10″ more is expected through the day, resort says
(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…
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Oregon Parks Forever announces its 6th annual Happy Little Virtual 5K inspired by Bob Ross
(Update: Video Added) OREGON (KTVZ) — Registration is now open for a virtual 5K sponsored by Oregon Parks Forever! Folks all over the country can…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office seeks mentors for children of incarcerated parents
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth (COPY), a program of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, is offering a class to…
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Pet Pals: 2 bonded cats ready for their new home
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…
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Furry Friends: Samantha the sweet senior pup
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…
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Hoodoo hosting New Year’s Eve bash before closing again
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…
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Pet Pals: Feta has wild hair and a gentle heart
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…
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Furry Friends: Sweet Sully loves to cuddle and go on walks
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…
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Community support: United Way’s CARES Drive aims to ease financial strain
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — One in three households in Central Oregon, roughly 30,000 families, struggle to make ends meet daily. In response, the United…
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‘Help prevent tragedies’: Deschutes County Deputies increase DUI patrols for the holidays
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols across Central Oregon this holiday season as part of the…
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