Hunter Hess’ journey from Bend to the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– What started as casual midweek laps on the mountain has turned into an Olympic dream realized. “I just kind of started doing it…
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New bagel deli set to open in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new locally driven bagel shop is preparing to open its doors in Bend, bringing fresh bagels, espresso and family-inspired…
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No Kings Coalition plans protest on March 28 at Drake Park in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Another “No Kings” rally is set to take place in Bend later this month as part of a nationwide movement. Organizers with…
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Mt. Bachelor launches 2026/27 season pass sales with ‘Buy Now, Ski Now’ perk
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin selling 2026/27 season passes on March 24, featuring a “Buy Now, Ski Now” perk that grants new…
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High Desert Chamber Music partners with St. Vincent de Paul for community donation drive at concert
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Chamber Music is partnering with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to host a community donation drive during its…
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“An Unforgettable Experience”: Changing Patterns to host 3rd annual incarceration re-entry simulation fundraiser
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — “What would you need to successfully navigate life after incarceration?” is a question that Changing Patterns’ 3rd annual…
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Central Oregon Wildfire Educators Group to hold series of Wildfire Preparedness Fairs
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Wildfire Educators Group is launching a series of regional preparedness fairs starting in April 2026.…
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Cycle Oregon’s Summer Kids Bike Camp expanding to Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Cycle Oregon is expanding its Summer Kids Bike Camp to serve children in Portland, Hillsboro and Bend for the 2026 season. The…
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‘More than shelter’: $3M grant expands safe housing for women and children in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shepherd’s House Ministries was awarded a $3 million grant today, to expand housing for women and children in Central Oregon.…
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Deschutes National Forest cancels prescribed burns south of Sisters, SE of Bend, cites ‘unfavorable conditions’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to what it calls “unfavorable conditions, the Deschutes National Forest canceled Thursday’s planned prescribed burning…
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Problem Solvers: Daughter of former memory care resident sues facility and owners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend woman is taking legal action against the operators of Desert Sage Memory Care after her 90-year-old mother, Doris,…
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High Desert Museum strengthens role as regional hub with $40 million expansion, adding new wing
The High Desert Museum in Bend, Oregon has broken ground on a $40 million expansion project, which will add a new wing to the museum and feature new…
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Bend to expand Franklin Avenue with new lanes and sidewalks
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is finalizing plans to expand Franklin Avenue, a project scheduled to begin this May. The construction will add…
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DOGE used ChatGPT to cut humanities grants, affecting Oregon researchers and museums
This article was written by Evan Watson & KGW: EUGENE, Ore. — Depositions released as part of a federal lawsuit reveal that employees from Elon…
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Downtown Bend men’s clothing retailer REVOLVR is expanding to a second location, in the Old Mill District
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A well-known name in downtown Bend’s retail scene is expanding to the Old Mill District. REVOLVR, the boutique men’s…
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Scam Alert: City of Bend warns public about email ‘phishing’ scam involving city permit payments
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend is warning about a recent “phishing” scam involving emails sent to people regarding city permit payments.…
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‘Means the world’: Bend local Bella Emry reflects on American Idol journey
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Under bright lights and national attention, 22-year-old Bella Emry is quickly becoming a name to watch. But behind her recent…
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Bend Sustainability Fund awards $500,000 to 11 community projects
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Visit Bend awarded $500,000 to 11 community projects through the Bend Sustainability Fund on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The…
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Widespread Panic to play two nights in Bend this summer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Southern rock jam band Widespread Panic is set to return to Central Oregon for a two-night run at Hayden Homes Amphitheater this…
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There’s Good News: ’80s Retro Ski Party raises funds for Oregon Adaptive Sports
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An ’80s Retro Ski Party will bring music, costumes and fundraising to UPP Liquids on Friday, March 20, to support Oregon…
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