Pet Pals: Bunny is a funny, fitting name for this furry rabbit
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon has pets, ready They have a variety of other fun animals to consider adopting, including…
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Pet Pals: Meet Zeus the Puppy
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is back for our weekly segment “Pet Pals.” They have a variety of other fun animals to…
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High Desert vs. high costs: Central Oregon heads outdoors for Memorial Day weekend activities
(update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend is once again a top Memorial Day weekend destination. This year, as travel, gas, and food costs…
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Central Oregon students explore computer science careers at OSU-Cascades showcase
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — About 60 Central Oregon high school students spent part of Friday at OSU-Cascades exploring the computer science field, meeting…
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Furry Friends: Sweet Elena is looking for endless cuddles and playtime!
Meet Elena! This sweet pup is ready for endless cuddles, playtime, and a loving family of her own. “She’s more of a gentle, dainty player with…
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Made in Central Oregon: Inside the Bend shop behind Breedlove Guitars
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Inside a Bend manufacturing facility, thousands of guitars are handcrafted each year. They’re played on stages around the world,…
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Bend Cultural Tourism Fund awards $300K to support local arts programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Cultural Tourism Fund (BCTF), a program of Visit Bend, recently awarded $300,000 in grants to 22 organizations in Bend.…
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Full day of blues, roots, and Americana at Bend Blues Festival
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The second annual Bend Blues Festival will return to Silver Moon Brewing in Bend on Saturday, June 27, 2026. This all-ages…
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Old Mill Classic Cruz: A celebration of vintage vehicles and local veterans
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Old Mill District was filled with classic cars, custom builds, and vintage motorcycles Sunday as the…
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Shoshone Nation leader honored with inaugural ‘Schnitzer Prize of the West’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new prize honoring innovative solutions to challenges across the American West was awarded Sunday evening at the High Desert…
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Pet Pals: Meet Elsa, an adorable kitten, who enjoys getting pets
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For Friday evening’s Pet Pals segment, the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought by Elsa, a two month old Domestic…
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Family-friendly concert series launches in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Summer Kickin’ Concert Series begins May 22 at General Duffy’s in Redmond. The series, which focuses on families, will…
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Furry Friends: Daisy is blooming with love!
Meet Daisy! She may be a little shy at first, but once she warms up, she is ready to give you all of her love! Some of her favorite activities…
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COCC’s Redmond Community Choir to perform free musical journey through American history
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Community College’s Redmond Community Choir will present a free performance of “Americana: Celebrating…
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Furry Friends: Meet Ouzo, the playful dog ready for adventure at BrightSide Animal Center
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Looking for an energetic and playful canine companion? Meet Ouzo, the adoptable dog at BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond, who…
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Oregon State study highlights link between social media and loneliness in adults
CORVALLIS, Ore. – A new study from Oregon State University scientists suggests that social media connections with strangers can contribute to…
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Ja Rule to perform free concert at Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo this summer
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Multi-platinum artist Ja Rule will perform a free concert at the Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo in Redmond, Oregon, on…
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Pacific Power files rate case, aims for stable and affordable electricity costs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Pacific Power filed a general rate case with the Oregon Public Utility Commission today, May 5, 2026, proposing a plan to stabilize…
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Young musicians to learn from Grammy-nominated cellist Peter Wiley at First Presbyterian Church of Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Renowned cellist Peter Wiley will lead a free public master class on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Bend, Ore. The event will take…
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Wyden, Merkley push “Puppy Protection Act” to crack down on cruel breeding practices
OREGON (KTVZ) — U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley have introduced legislation aimed at strengthening protections for dogs under the care of…
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