East Bend resident Rick Rankin has been living in the area for 11 years, but says recently, he’s noticed an increase in RVs campers, and tents behind the Safeway store.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools announced Thursday it has hired Lisa Birk as its new deputy superintendent, effective July 1. With 13 years of leadership experience in the district, Birk will replace Deputy Superintendent Lora Nordquist, who is retiring after serving the district for 16 years. Primary responsibilities of the deputy superintendent include
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A man accused of sexually abusing a massage customer at a northeast Bend spa last year and of practicing massage without a license entered not-guilty pleas Thursday and a trial date was set for early next year. The pleas to the two Class A misdemeanor charges were entered on behalf of
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You never know when a wonderful sunset (or sunrise) will beckon the eyes and cameras skyward in Central Oregon, but Wednesday evening was definitely one of those evenings! Thanks for the wonderful images – feel free to send us your best from the Share tab at KTVZ.COM!
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In Tuesday’s election, both the Bend La-Pine and Crook County school districts suffered losses on proposed money measures, a “learning levy” and a bond measure that would have brought more funding.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A half-million dollars in grant money is behind the city of Bend’s latest push for affordable housing. The Bend City Council has approved this year’s Community Development Block Grant annual action plan, totaling more than $500,000. “The community should know that we understand the housing market is difficult and that the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At their meeting last week, the Bend City Council approved the 2024 Community Development Block Grant funding recommendations from the council-appointed Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, totaling $541,277. The projects selected to receive funding this year are: Thrive Central Oregon ($35,771): Bilingual case management to provide housing and resource navigation services. Volunteers in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — the Bend Education Association and its members have awarded $14,500 in scholarships to 19 graduating students of Bend-La Pine Schools to support their future educational pursuits. Annually, the BEA offers these scholarships to students who demonstrate educational aspirations post-graduation and active participation in extracurricular and community activities. The selected recipients exemplify
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As we head into another hot summer with a high likelihood of climate impacts such as wildfire smoke, many may be concerned about their home’s readiness to handle the temperatures and smoke comfortably, as well as the bills that may be associated with energy use and/or equipment upgrades.
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(Update: Adding photo of suspect vehicle from DCSO) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A woman driving recklessly at 90 mph on Bend’s south end Monday morning eluded pursuing Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies, despite one or more tires flattened by “Stop Sticks,” and the agency is asking for the public’s help in finding the SUV with Arizona
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ensworth Elementary School in northeast Bend will have a new principal next school year. Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook announced Monday that Kate Donegan has been selected for the position and will begin July 1. She is replacing Principal Dana Pedersen, who has resigned to relocate. “We are excited to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Kimberly Howard Wade, the executive director of Caldera, a youth arts organization, will give the commencement address at the Oregon State University–Cascades commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 16. “Kimberly has dedicated her professional career and community service to making our world better through creative expression,” said Sherm Bloomer, chancellor and dean
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On Saturday, adults took on and accomplished the demands of the 46th SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle. On Sunday, it was the kids’ turn to race their hearts out at the Kids Mini PPP.
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Central Oregonians went the distance Saturday for a Bend tradition — the 46th edition of the SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle, an iconic multi-sport race from the slopes of Mt. Bachelor to the Bend riverfront that’s a special mix of family, friends, fun and the spirit of competition.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, Armed Forces Day marked the beginning of the 19th year of the Bend Parade of Flags, overseen by the Bend Heroes Foundation. Under the leadership of Scott Buchanan, Major, USAF Retired, Mountain View High School Navy JROTC Cadets had the honor of leading BPF for the 19th season, installing
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A former resident who lived at DAWNS House is recounting her challenging time in the sober living community. Amanda Dziak lived in the home with her then-2-month-old baby and tells us she and many other residents knew about the alleged embezzlement by founder Dawn Holland for months.
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Many parents in Central Oregon say they have been struggling to find ample child care, resulting in a consensus that that the region, like many other areas of the state and country, is a “child care desert.”
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District firefighters plan to resume prescribed burn operations a mile west of Bend near the Cascade Lakes Welcome Station on Monday. If conditions are favorable, ignitions will occur on up to 344 acres south of the Cascades Lakes Highway on the northwest side of Forest Service Road 41
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Think Wild, Bend’s wildlife hospital and conservation center, performed a procedure Thursday on a juvenile bald eagle suffering from severe lead toxicity, most likely poisoned by a lead bullet in an animal carcass.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools is recognizing staff members from across the district who have distinguished themselves this school year with their leadership, innovation, outstanding professional practice, and positive contributions at work and in the community. The 73 honorees, nominated by their supervisors, were recognized at the annual Excellence in Education Awards held
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