(Update: Adding video, comments from staff, possible adopters) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Animals at the Humane Society of Central Oregon were adopted, thanks to “Black Fur-day.” The event brought many people to its doors on Friday and Saturday. The adoption fees for all animals were waived on those two days. “This year we were surprised,” Lynne
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(update: adding videos, comments from cast and Summit principal) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Summit High School Theatre Company is bringing all the iconic characters of Mean Girls to the stage. The production, set to debut next month, will include special staff appearances, featuring none other than Principal Donna Servignat. “It’s a very small cameo,”
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(Update: Adding video, comments from staff, shelter users) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Wednesday, Bend’s Lighthouse Navigation Center hosted their own holiday meals, giving people a chance to reflect on what they’re thankful for. “When I came in here, I was pretty defeated,” Matthew Kaiser said Wednesday. “With all of their support and help, I’ve been able
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Late travelers were flying into Redmond Airport Wednesday for their Thanksgiving plans. It’s considered the busiest travel day of the year – both on the roads and in the air.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend is ringing in the holiday season with a variety of festive events around town. Over in the Old Mill District, Santa made a grand entrance behind the Hampton Inn. He was flown in by an AirLink helicopter with the help from Deschutes County Search and Rescue. “It’s our first time
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — More than 3,500 runners and walkers took part in the annual “I Like Pie” run in the Old Mill District. Participants could either complete a 1.5 mile or 5k through the Old Mill District. The event, organized by Cascade Relays has been going on for 19 years. “It’s a tradition to
Continue ReadingBy Ramishah Maruf, CNN New York (CNN) — Many Americans spend Thanksgiving with their loved ones over a home-cooked meal. But some may also remember lining up to score Black Friday deals and discounts on Thanksgiving evening. However, this changed in 2020, when many stores opted to stay closed to limit crowding during the pandemic
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Think Wild and Wildlife Center of the North Coast said Monday they are excited to announce the release in Central Oregon of two orphaned North American river otters who were in very bad shape when they were rescued this summer at Cove Palisades State Park.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As awareness of climate change and water shortages grows, many of us are taking a second look at our landscape choices. What once seemed to be a reasonable balance of verdant green to hardy dryland plants now feels a bit extravagant. The City of Bend’s 2024 turf rebate demonstrated in two weeks
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Thanksgiving, Diversified Heating and Cooling is giving back to the community by providing a deserving family in need with a state-of-the-art heat pump. The giveaway reflects the company’s dedication to supporting local families and ensuring homes are warm, comfortable, and energy-efficient during the holiday season. “As a family-owned business, we understand
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Bend’s Old Mill District is gearing up for Christmas fun, with a big celebration the day after Thanksgiving. Santa will be swapping his sleigh and reindeer in for an AirLink helicopter on Friday.
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(Adding video, new pubs include British theme and fire pit) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – New pubs, Cassity’s and The Commonwealth Pub, have arrived in Bend, serving up libations and hearty meals. Bend, known for its vibrant craft beer scene, has added two new pubs to its growing roster on the west side of town. Both
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(Update: Adding video, comments from visitors, residents and businesses) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Businesses in Bend’s Old Mill District are seeing an influx of customers this holiday. With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, stores are already offering holiday shopping deals. “The whole store is 30% off, right now,” J. Jill’s Store Manager Kat Meza said Monday. “We have a great
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(Update: Adding video, comments from staff) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A dog rescue nonprofit welcomed 28 dogs, at the Bend Municipal Airport, Sunday. Street Dog Hero took in those dogs from a shelter in Norman, Oklahoma. It’s thanks to a partnership with “Dog is My Co-Pilot.” The organization transports animals from overcrowded shelters to adoption centers. Dog is My Co-Pilot,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor opened early this month – for pass holders – the earliest opening since 1998. Heading up to Bachelor on Sunday, there were multiple cars, ready to hit the mountain. As for the lifts, those were packed with people, waiting to get to the top, to feel the powder under their
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(Update: adding video) Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — If you were on Bend’s south side Friday, you might have noticed the smell of smoke. A house fire broke out on 27th Street in Southeast Bend late in the afternoon. Fortunately, the home was unoccupied at the time. A nearby neighbor reported the fire and checked for
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At the downtown Bend Library Saturday, children were treated to a story, about a courageous and arduous journey, of a dog named Gobi. Kids and their families, listened in on a picture book titled “Finding Gobi.” The story follows an ultra-marathon runner, who saved the life of a lost little dog. Dion Leonard
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Charges have been dropped against a Bend man accused of selling a variety of illegal “party drugs” from his home near a school on Bend’s Westside after Oregon State Police lab tests determined one of the seized drugs was misidentified. But a prosecutor said a new indictment will be sought.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Small Business Development Center at Central Oregon Community College and the Bend Chamber of Commerce said Friday they are honored to host U.S. Small Business Administration Portland District Director Martin Golden for a visit to downtown Bend next Monday and Tuesday, ahead of Small Business Saturday. This special visit from
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – AAA projects 79.9 million Americans (23.6% of the population) will travel 50 miles or more from home for the Thanksgiving holiday, up 2.1% from 2023. This year is the busiest ever for Thanksgiving travel, exceeding pre-pandemic numbers, the organization said Monday. About 1.1 million Oregonians will head over the river and
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