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Shepherd’s House Ministries’ Lighthouse Navigation Center celebrates three years of impact in Bend

July 21, 2025 5:16 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shepherd’s House Ministries invites the Central Oregon community to celebrate the third anniversary of the Lighthouse Navigation Center, a transformative low-barrier shelter and day-use facility in Bend that has become a critical resource for hundreds of individuals experiencing homelessness and crisis. Since its opening in 2021, the Lighthouse has done more than

‘Save lives’: Bend business supports firefighting through aviation tools

July 21, 2025 10:22 am KTVZ

Nearly 900 personnel, 89 engines, 19 hand crews and four helicopters fought the over 95,000-acre Cram Fire over the past week.

Epic Aircraft receives FAA type certification of its newest plane, the E1000 AX; deliveries begin this week

July 21, 2025 4:21 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Epic Aircraft announced Monday the FAA’s type certification of its latest high-performance, single-engine, turbine model, the E1000 AX, and said deliveries of the latest model will begin this week. “Delivering the same unparalleled performance as its predecessor and category-leading E1000 GX, the E1000 AX made its public debut April 1-6 at Sun ‘n Fun

Old Mill Classic Cruz starts new tradition

July 18, 2025 6:37 pm Tyson Beauchemin

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s a brand new classic car show happening this weekend in Bend. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, the west side of the Old Mill will be filled with classic cars. If you’re a classic car owner who’s just hearing about this, you’re in luck. Registration is still open. If

Pedaling toward progress: City of Bend launches bike-share as eco-friendly transportation option

July 18, 2025 11:48 am Claire Elmer

You may have seen new black and teal e-bikes popping up around Bend recently. They’re part of a new bike-share program the City of Bend implemented. The city partnered with Veo, the independent shared micro-mobility company, earlier this month.

Problem Solvers: Missed mail, illegal signs, fed-up residents: Why one Bend neighborhood may be a warning sign for others

July 18, 2025 5:45 pm Harley Coldiron

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As one westside Bend neighborhood near Galveston and Century Drive grows with new construction and tourists, the Problem Solvers counted at least 25 illegal signs that neighbors have put up, warning people not to park in front of their mailboxes. However, they say it’s not because they want a convenient place

OSU-Cascades launching a degree in accountancy this fall to address a statewide shortage of accountants

July 17, 2025 10:47 am Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades announced this week it will offer a new bachelor’s degree in accountancy this fall to address the growing need for financial experts in Central Oregon and across the state. Here’s their full announcement: About 1,300 jobs are projected to open annually for accountants and auditors through 2032 in

Crews contain apparent vehicle fire which broke out off Highway 97 in north Bend near the homeless encampment ‘Dirt World’

July 16, 2025 3:04 pm Harley Coldiron

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire has contained a fire that broke out at 2:35 PM in north Bend off Highway 97, near the homeless encampment known as “Dirt World.” According to Pulse Point, the fire appears to have been started from a vehicle. Dan Derklacki with Bend Fire told our reporter on the scene

Pets and smoke: How to keep your furry friend safe with poor air quality

July 16, 2025 11:20 am Kelsey Merison

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, smoke and air quality concerns are top of mind for many Central Oregonians. It’s important to remember to limit your time outdoors and think about your furry friends. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, pets with cardiovascular or respiratory disease are especially at risk. Here are a few signs to watch

Wildfire smoke and your health: Best practices to stay safe outdoors and indoors

July 16, 2025 1:21 am Tracee Tuesday

BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Where there’s smoke, there’s probably fire! In fact, Central Oregon has one of the most intense wildfire seasons, and it’s not just about dealing with fire, it’s about dealing with smoke. How much does the smoke affect our skin and our bodies? Medical spa, EsthetixMD, has some answers. “The smoke can

Quiet week at the pumps as summer travel hits high gear; Bend’s average gas price drops a nickel a gallon

July 15, 2025 12:52 pm Barney Lerten

(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s the heart of the summer driving season, but gas prices are showing little movement, AAA Oregon/Idaho said Tuesday in its weekly report. Most states, including Oregon, are seeing prices change by a nickel or less this week. Higher crude oil prices last week pushed the national average

Bend area has experienced 14 recent power outages due to Pacific Power’s ‘enhanced safety settings’ to curb wildfire risk

July 15, 2025 11:07 am Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pacific Power’s Bend service area has experienced 14 outages since early May due to the use of “enhanced safety settings,” which make power lines more sensitive and are aimed at reducing the risk of wildfire, the utility’s affected customers were told. Here’s the text of an email they received: Outage Information

Domestic violence suspect arrested by CERT team

July 12, 2025 10:44 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man is facing multiple charges following a domestic violence investigation Friday in a southeast Bend neighborhood. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Deschutes County Jail on charges of fourth-degree assault, strangulation, coercion, and tampering with a witness, according to Bend Police. Officers responded to a report of

A young Bend girl is squeezing the most out of summer — one cup at a time

July 13, 2025 12:13 am Claire Elmer

BEND, Ore. {KTVZ} — Nearly 4-year-old Charlotte De Sautel, is turning lemons into lemonade and saving every dollar for something sweet. On warm days in Bend, you may find Charlotte’s set-up at parks or near the river…spots where crowds tend to gather to cool off. She’s not just there to swim, though. Charlotte is running her

The Bend Summer Festival made its return this weekend

July 12, 2025 11:58 pm Claire Elmer

BEND, Ore. {KTVZ} — Saturday, festival goers braved the heat, as they were eager to take in all that the festival has to offer; from live music and art booths; to craft beer, food trucks and more. Organizers planned ahead, setting up misting tents, seating, and plenty of shaded spots to keep things cool. When the

Downed power line sparks fire near Century Drive in Bend

July 12, 2025 7:33 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A startling scene unfolded on Bend’s westside late Saturday afternoon when a downed power line near Century Drive sparked a small fire and prompted an emergency response. The incident was first reported around 4:55 p.m. in the 200 block of Century Drive, near McDonald’s. Video captured by witnesses shows the power

Save the Date: Bend Summer Festival is happening now through Sunday

Bend Summer Festival returns in downtown Bend for another year of entertainment

July 12, 2025 11:32 am Claire Elmer

Bend Summer Festival kicked off Friday and runs through Sunday in downtown Bend. The festival is a celebration of summer in Central Oregon, along with arts, culture, and community.

New technology from OSU-Cascades and community partners is aimed at reducing food waste

July 11, 2025 11:47 am Claire Elmer

OSU-Cascades students in Hospitality Management and Engineering have been working together since 2018, hoping to better understand and reduce food waste. With the help of new technology and crucial community partners, they are doing just that — and even more.

Sign of the times: Bend’s family-owned M.C. Smith Signs marks a half-century in business

July 11, 2025 5:38 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — M.C. Smith Signs, a trusted name in custom signage and branding solutions, proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since opening its doors in 1975, the company has grown from a small local sign shop into a respected leader known for creativity, craftsmanship and customer dedication. For five decades, M.C. Smith

Beacon Report Bend Redmond home prices June 2025

A tale of two cities: Bend’s median home sales price drops sharply, while Redmond’s remains relatively stable

July 9, 2025 5:20 pm Barney Lerten

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At a time of year when home sales traditionally heat up, Bend’s average sales price dropped nearly $80,000 in June and nearly $140,000 over the past two months, to $693,000 – the lowest figure in 18 months, a new report says. Beacon Appraisal Group’s Donnie Montagner said Wednesday that Bend has

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