Bend Archives

High Desert Museum opens new exhibit, ‘Imagine A World’

January 29, 2022 6:26 pm KTVZ

Colorful and eclectic pieces highlight the idea of community. You can see the High Desert Museum’s new exhibit until the end of…

25 years ago, 2 Bend dogs on doggie death row drew worldwide attention — and were spared

January 27, 2022 6:51 pm KTVZ

A quarter-century ago, back when Michael Jordan was dominating the NBA and Bill Clinton was sworn in for a second term as president, a story about…

Bend fugitive arrested on drug, weapons charges in Hwy. 97 traffic stop

January 27, 2022 10:42 pm KTVZ News Partners

A Bend man wanted on several arrest warrants gave a false name and tried to run Thursday after a Bend police officer pulled over his SUV in a traffic…

Three finalists chosen for Pacific Crest Middle School principal; public invited to virtual forum

January 27, 2022 3:28 pm KTVZ News Partners

Students, staff and community members are invited to meet the three finalists for the principal position at Pacific Crest Middle School during a…

City of Bend hosting online open house to update Newport Corridor Improvements Project

January 27, 2022 12:13 pm KTVZ News Partners

The City of Bend is hosting an online open house to share an update about the Newport Corridor Improvements Project.…

Former Bend councilor Chris Piper announces run for mayor

January 26, 2022 11:01 pm KTVZ News Partners

Chris Piper, a 17-year Bend resident appointed to a City Council vacancy after voters elected Councilor Sally Russell as the city’s first elected…

Retiring United Way leader Ken Wilhelm receives Bend Chamber’s Lifetime Achievement Award

January 27, 2022 10:27 am KTVZ News Partners

(Update: Adding video) 2022 Business Excellence Awards announced BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Chamber announced Thursday that retiring long-time…

Worried Central Oregonians report IRS Social Security tax forms arrive partly opened in mail

January 26, 2022 11:10 am KTVZ

Some tampered mail has stirred concern among some Bend-area residents as personal information is exposed. Ironically, the Social Security benefits…

Bend Park and Rec’s Pavilion continues to grow, is having its busiest season ever

January 26, 2022 7:17 pm KTVZ

In its sixth winter season, the Bend Park and Recreation’s Pavilion has seen more visitors than ever.…

City of Bend outlines Division Street shelter plans

January 25, 2022 11:42 pm KTVZ - News Team

The city of Bend held a virtual open house Tuesday evening to discuss details of plans for upgrades to a former Division Street motel being converted…

Split Bend-La Pine School Board OKs return to lunchrooms, so quarantined students can return sooner

January 25, 2022 10:07 pm Barney Lerten

The Bend-La Pine School Board wrestled for about 90 minutes Tuesday night with the details of a proposed major change in the school day, aimed at…

OSU-Cascades to discuss ‘innovation district’ plans with business, real estate leaders

January 25, 2022 2:41 pm KTVZ News Partners

Oregon State University–Cascades will host a meeting on Friday, Feb. 4 for business and real estate leaders to discuss plans for an innovation…

Deschutes County, FEMA partner on free walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Bend Armory

January 25, 2022 10:06 am KTVZ News Partners

Deschutes County Health Services said Tuesday it is partnering with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to offer free walk-in COVID-19…

Bend’s big shift from single-family homes to more multifamily housing tops city’s expectations

January 24, 2022 11:59 am KTVZ

With Bend’s population growing, and a continued pinch for more supplies pf affordable housing, there’s been a big surge in the number of multi-family…