Central Oregon unemployment rates are still rising, amid a mix of job gains and losses
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon seasonally adjusted unemployment rates continued their upward movement in August, with rates increasing in…
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Relief at the pump: Oregon, Bend gas prices fall after weeks of sharp rises fueled by pipeline outage
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Gas prices in Oregon and Washington are retreating as operations of the Olympic Pipeline resume, AAA Oregon/Idaho reported…
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Bend Chamber hopes to ease housing shortage by offering library of pre-approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) designs to public
(Update: adding video, adding interview with Bend Chamber, City of Bend, and Bend YIMBY) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Bend’s population continues to…
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Zydeco Owners bringing delicatessen to the Old Mill District
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The couple behind Zydeco Kitchen and Cocktails is expanding its footprint into Bend’s Old Mill District, with a Pacific…
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St. Charles to celebrate NICU families during upcoming reunion
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles’ Neonatal Intensive Care Unit will host a reunion for current and former patients and their…
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Bend Bulletin employees picket for new contract
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ News) — Saturday afternoon, members of the Bend Bulletin along with members from the Central Oregon News Guild picketed in…
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Dump City Dumplings renovating to become The Roundabout Pub, set to open at the end of September
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Dump City Dumplings restaurant on Galveston Avenue in Bend, known for starting as a food cart in downtown Bend, is now…
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Five-year milestone in the sky: Bend’s Epic Aircraft delivers its 100th certified plane
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Epic Aircraft, designer and manufacturer of the leading single-engine turboprop, announced Friday the delivery of its 100th…
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There’s something fun for everyone as NatureConnect Fest returns to Bend’s Alpenglow Park
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — NatureConnect Central Oregon is excited to bring back their popular event, NatureConnect Fest! NatureConnect Fest celebrates…
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BestCare sees uptick in dangerous kratom use in Central Oregon
(Update: adding video, comments from BestCare, Recover Together Bend) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – BestCare Treatment Services says they’re seeing more…
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SOLVE hosting inaugural ‘Pick It Up, Bend!’ community cleanup in downtown Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — SOLVE is hosting the inaugural “Pick It Up, Bend!” on Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in Downtown Bend.…
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Bend driver, 83, cited after police say he crossed center line while passing, causing 3-vehicle crash at Third Street underpass
An 83-year-old Bend man was cited for reckless driving Friday morning after crossing the double-yellow line on Third Street while trying to pass…
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Problem Solvers: Former caregiver of Desert Sage Memory Care speaks out after second heat-related incident in a year
In the fall of 2024, KTVZ’s Problem Solvers broke the story of a resident at Aspen Ridge Memory Care facility passing away after being left in the…
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Bend’s High Desert Museum receives accreditation from Association of Zoos and Aquariums
UPDATE: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Museum announced Thursday it has earned accreditation from the Association of Zoos and…
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Central Oregon Community College to host ‘Jobfest’ events, free resume workshops
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College is staging ‘Jobfest’ events for career-seekers at its Bend and Redmond campuses, with nearly 40…
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Red-light and speed enforcement cameras are coming soon to three Bend intersections; here’s where and when
(Updated: Quotes from Bend City Councilor Ariel Méndez) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend city councilors on Wednesday evening unanimously approved a $2.34…
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Owner of suspected Alfalfa-area puppy mill barred from having animals; prosecutors seek forfeiture of 49 rescued dogs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Alfalfa-area resident Lorinda Maxwell, the owner of “Kameo Poodles,” has been granted conditional release as her animal…
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All are welcome at third annual Health and Wellness Fair, taking place Saturday at Bend’s Ponderosa Park
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – In celebration of Welcoming Week 2025, three local organizations are bringing back the popular Health and Wellness Fair to be…
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Head’s up for Bend drivers: westbound Butler Market Road closes next week as roundabout project begins
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend will begin construction next week on Butler Market Road between Brinson Boulevard and…
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Bend City Council discusses plans to close Juniper Ridge’s ‘Dirt World’ but may extend closure deadline
Bend city councilors got a staff update Wednesday evening on the progress and challenges seen at the “Temporary Safe Stay Area” established at…
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