Jonathan Moore named music director of Central Oregon Symphony
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jonathan Moore has been appointed Music Director and Conductor of the Central Oregon Symphony. Moore will also serve as Music…
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Furry Friends: Queeny sees the world a little differently
Queeny is still looking for her forever home! This sweet senior cat loves gentle pets and attention from her people. Although she is blind and hard…
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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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Record Independence Day travel expected to impact Central Oregon
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…
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Pet Pals: Star Fire
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pets Pals on Friday, June 12th featured Star Fire. You can learn more about Star Fire and other adoptable furry friends at 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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HDCM Spotlight Chamber Players conclude season with free concert
The High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) Spotlight Chamber Players will present their final performance of the season on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at…
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Furry Friends: Beckham is full of personality!
This week’s Furry Friend is Beckham! He came to BrightSide as a stray and quickly made friends with both staff and volunteers. He’s sweet, smart and…
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Watch Duty enhances emergency response with new flood alert features
(Update: adding comments from Watch Duty) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Summer in Central Oregon is a time many people spend outdoors, but as wildfire season…
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Grace and Hammer expands in Redmond with live music, menu updates under new ownership
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Grace and Hammer restaurant in Redmond is expanding its offerings in its fourth month under new ownership. The establishment,…
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Park Picks: Bend history to river fun at Miller’s Landing Park
(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…
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Pet Pals: Mac & Blooregard Q. Kazoo could be perfect for you
We had a real treat in studio today as we were joined by Mac & Blooregard Q. Kazoo, yes that’s the real name. If you are interested in adopting…
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Furry Friends: Sweet Jinx is looking for a loving home
This week’s Furry Friend is Jinx! He came to Brightside after his previous owner unfortunately passed away. Jinx has experience being around other…
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Make plans for Pet Anxiety before the 4th
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…
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RootedHomes celebrates 23 new permanently affordable homes in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes will celebrate the completion of Rooted at 19th, a community of 23 permanently affordable homes, with a public…
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Pet Pals: Truffles hopes to be your missing ingredient
This week on Pet Pals we had the pleasure of welcoming Truffles, an adorable rabbit who is looking to be your missing ingredient. Lynne from the…
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Downtown Bend to host Hixon Mortgage Summer Festival in May 2026
BEND, Ore (KTVZ) – The Hixon Mortgage Bend Summer Festival will return to downtown Bend, Ore., from Friday, May 29, through Sunday, May 31, 2026.…
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Furry Friends: Bogart is playful and full of life!
This week’s Furry Friend is Bogart! He’s a 2 year old pup with a goofy, playful personality and plenty of excitement for life. He is ready to give…
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New affordable housing community in La Pine to open applications
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications for Wickiup Station Apartments, a new affordable housing community in La Pine, will open on Thursday, May 28,…
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There’s Good News: Expanded adaptive golf opportunities coming to Central Oregon
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS) is launching its 2026 summer community golf season with new events and expanded opportunities…
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