BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Natural Resources will conduct winter pile burning near the Seventh Mountain Resort and Points West communities, about six miles southwest of Bend. Burning will occur for a few days between December and February. The county plans to burn piles on up to 24 acres. Ignitions will occur on
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning on Friday, Bend Fire & Rescue’s Santa Express will visit neighborhoods around Bend to collect donations of food, clothing and toys to support The Salvation Army this holiday season. This year’s Santa Express will visit three parts of town and roll through the neighborhoods: Friday, Dec. 5: Southeast Bend – Foxborough,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you in need of some extra help this holiday season? Between decorating the house, buying gifts, and planning your holiday meal, this time of year can spread some people thin. Here’s something that might help: located at the Bend River Promenade off of 3rd Street, there’s a free gift wrapping
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Transportation is hosting an open house for the community on Tuesday, December 2nd to educate residents about the Hawthorne Crossing Project. Attendees can see the new design, meet the project team, ask questions, and provide comments. It will take place from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Dogwood at the Pine Shed, off of 2nd Street in Bend. For individuals unable to attend in person who would
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days of the year—as many are looking ahead to the holidays and checking gifts off their lists. It’s the perfect day for another Small Business Spotlight! We’re highlighting The Monterey Company, a custom products company based in Bend. “Not a lot of people
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(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Five thousand Central Oregonians bundled up Thanksgiving morning for the annual I Like Pie run in Bend. The event was held at its new home in Riverbend Park. Jillian Fortner spoke with participants, community leaders and sponsors at the event. Watch her full report tonight on KTVZ News.
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Bend’s relatively new transportation utility fee is changing how the city maintains and clears its streets — from fresh pavement in the summer to expanded plow coverage in the winter.
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(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This holiday season, Central Oregonians can give a child and family much-needed support by taking part in KIDS Center’s toy and gift card drive, “Hope for the Holidays.” Now through December 15, KIDS Center is collecting gift cards and toys to distribute to children and families impacted by
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(update: adding video, comments from Alex Bradley) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – An Austin man walking more than 2,500 miles to honor his best friend and support others facing mental health struggles is nearing the end of his journey in Oregon. Jillian Fortner sat down with Bradley to talk about his journey and the inspiration behind
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BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — For many Central Oregonians, the cost of Thanksgiving this year feels tougher despite some good news on food prices. Rising living expenses alongside reduced Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are making it increasingly difficult for families to put a complete holiday meal on the table. More than 23,000 households in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– If you’re looking for unique holiday décor you won’t find anywhere else, head to the Christmas Village at Super Thrift in Bend. Each year, one corner of the store transforms into a festive holiday display. Shoppers can browse decorations, vintage goods, stocking stuffers, and even Christmas music, all at thrift store prices.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you have not made your Thanksgiving plans, it’s not too late. There’s going to be a massive banquet in Bend, with some of the best food imaginable. The Riverhouse Convention Center is holding a Thanksgiving grand buffet from 1-4 p.m. It’s a buffet-style meal with all the Thanksgiving staples, like
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Whatever you do, don’t put Jennifer McCaffrey in a box. Known for her expressive oil paintings, McCaffrey, the artist commissioned by the Old Mill District to create their 2025 Winter Art Series piece, stepped outside her comfort zone to craft a stunning linocut block print that pays homage to the Old Mill
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Gas prices remain relatively calm ahead of Thanksgiving, but the Oregon average has ticked up due to this month’s outage of the Olympic Pipeline in Washington state, AAA Oregon/Idaho reported Tuesday. BP, the operator of the pipeline, announced Tuesday that the pipeline has been partially restarted. This is one of the
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BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — As the holidays approach, scammers ramp up their efforts to deceive consumers—and Central Oregonians are among the many targets. But scams are not just a seasonal problem; they affect people all year round with increasing sophistication and financial damage. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), roughly 2.6 million consumers reported
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A Bend woman was arraigned on arson and other charges in Deschutes County Court, accused of setting fire to her home in northwest Bend. 33-year-old Rachel Kidwell was arrested at the triplex where she resided when Bend Police responded to a structure fire.
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From now through Dec. 12, Bend Fire & Rescue invites the community to bring non-perishable food donations to any of our fire stations to help combat food insecurity for local families in need this holiday season. Bend Fire is asking for donations of non-perishable food items such as canned
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the season of gratitude and giving approaches, Shepherd’s House Ministries is reaching out to the compassionate and generous community for support in ensuring that everyone has a warm and hearty Thanksgiving meal. This year, Shepherd’s House says it is providing a Thanksgiving dinner to those in-program, in need, or anyone
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local child care facility is under investigation by the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care following allegations of mistreatment and neglect. The Problem Solvers spoke with former employees, parents, and a grandparent of children who attended Mia’s Sprouts Early Child Development Center. According to its website, Mia’s Sprouts describes
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BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Looking for something festive and fun to do this weekend? Dakota’s Brick Shop in Bend is hosting a special LEGO make-and-take event that’s perfect for kids and families wanting to kick off the holiday season with creativity and play. This free event invites everyone to come build, create, and enjoy some
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