TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — We have good news to share with you! A young bald eagle is drawing attention at Smith Rock State Park as it continues to grow rapidly under its mother’s care. The eaglet, named “Phoenix,” is now 24 days old and living in a nest high in a towering ponderosa pine, according
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — University of Oregon head football coach Dan Lanning is set to return to Central Oregon for a community event at Worthy Brewing next week. The fourth annual “Happy Hour with Dan Lanning” is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m. The
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PORTLAND & SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A growing wildfire threat is prompting new fire restrictions across Oregon, as parts of Central Oregon have already entered fire season weeks ahead of summer. Starting May 14, the Bureau of Land Management will ban fireworks, exploding targets, steel-core ammunition and other fire-starting materials on all BLM lands in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Historical Museum is hosting the History Bricks 2026 LEGO Contest, inviting community members to recreate historic Deschutes County landmarks using LEGO bricks. The event celebrates America’s 250th anniversary by bridging the past and present through creative artistic expression. Submissions for the contest are due by July 3rd, 2026 and
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management has issued an emergency temporary closure of select public lands in Deschutes County, Ore., effective immediately. This action comes in response to an active wildfire burning in the area. The closure aims to reduce conflicts with fire crews, support suppression operations and protect public safety and
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Editor’s Note: KTVZ News has reached out to the university concerning this story and are waiting for a response.BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Little Kits, managed by the OSU Family Resource Center, will close on July 2nd. According to the school, the closure is due to ongoing financial challenges, including rising operating costs and limited public
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A structure fire on NW Florida Avenue on May 6, 2026, rendered an original mill house uninhabitable, displacing two adults and two dogs. The fire, reported at 12:44 p.m., was determined to be caused by the improper disposal of oily rags. Bend Fire & Rescue reported the incident, noting the significant
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire & Rescue is observing May as National Wildfire Awareness Month, encouraging the community to prepare their homes for potential emergencies. This initiative comes amid a local drought declaration and a forecast for hot, dry conditions, highlighting the persistent wildfire threat to the region. A Wildfire Preparedness Fair is scheduled
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District staff presented information on recently completed and future forest health and fuels reduction projects at a board of directors meeting on May 5, 2026. The presentation addressed growing community interest in wildfire risk and protecting natural and residential areas. BPRD manages more than 3,000 acres and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon advocates are raising concerns about what they say are widespread issues with the Social Security Administration, calling the problem a nationwide challenge impacting people with disabilities and their support networks. Sam Robinson, Board President and Founder of Unity4Inclusion, says the organization has been hearing from families, caregivers, and service
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Prescribed burns are set to commence today across multiple locations in Central Oregon, including significant operations near Sisters, Bend and Crescent. These controlled burns, managed by local fire officials, aim to mitigate wildfire risks and enhance forest health. Residents in the affected areas should prepare for potential smoke and fire activity as these strategic burns
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Rick Atkinson will speak at The Tower Theatre in Bend on May 13, 2026, at 7 p.m. The Deschutes Historical Museum is presenting the event, which is timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Atkinson’s presentation, titled “Fate of the Day: The War for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) announced the delivery of $992,250 in federal funding to the City of Bend for its Neighborhood Drinking Water Protection Program. The funds are designated to replace fragile galvanized pipes, improve water system redundancy and ensure nearby hydrants can meet fire flow requirements. The federal funding aims to
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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 customer rates. The proposal aims to keep rates stable throughout 2026, deliver lower rates in the first half of 2027 and defer a minimal residential rate increase until July 2027.
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(Update: adding comments from COCC President) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College President Dr. Greg Pereira delivered a “State of the College” address Tuesday morning on the Bend campus — highlighting growth, challenges, and the institution’s impact across the region. Pereira emphasized a central message: despite ongoing challenges, Central Oregon Community College (COCC)
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Handmade Market will return to downtown Bend on Saturday, June 6th, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 100 independent makers and artisans will showcase their crafts. It’s free to attend and all-ages are welcome. Produced by Urban Craft Uprising, the market offers a curated selection of
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Stroke Awareness Oregon will host the “Leading With a Purpose” event on May 5th, 2026, at the Tetherow Pavilion in Bend. The evening is dedicated to exploring how leadership creates meaningful impact and supports the organization’s mission to provide stroke education and resources. The event, centered on the theme “Impact Through
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Editor’s Note: A video previously attached to this article incorrectly showed a City of Bend logo. The Downtown Bend Business Association is conducting this survey. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The Downtown Bend Business Association has developed a Draft Downtown Parking Management Plan and is seeking community input. The organization emphasizes that the plan is not finalized
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A brush fire erupted along Tumalo Road between Valeview and 92nd today, prompting a swift response from Bend and Redmond Fire Departments. The fire, which likely originated from hot debris from a passing vehicle, was quickly contained and prevented from spreading to homes or vehicles, though several fences sustained damage. The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend father-daughter duo is being honored for helping preserve Oregon history. Eric Ballinger and his daughter Mia Ballinger helped lead the coalition behind the Oregon Nisei Veterans WWII Memorial Highway Historical Marker, which received an Oregon Heritage Excellence Award on April 29, 2026. The Oregon Heritage Commission presented the award
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