SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon employers have an alternative to traditional layoffs through the Work Share program administered by the Oregon Employment Department. This initiative helps businesses reduce short-term costs and retain skilled employees by allowing them to reduce staff hours. Employees participating in Work Share receive partial Unemployment Insurance benefits to offset their reduced
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Resort, near Bend, has reopened The Spa at Sunriver Resort following a multi-million dollar renovation. The updates include a redesigned interior and a new service menu. The resort is managed by CoralTree Hospitality. The spa updates are part of expanded wellness offerings across the resort’s 3,300-acre property, including guest rooms
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has confirmed that the former Shilo Inn in Bend has been sold. The new owner is expected to take possession of the property on July 2nd. At this time, their identity (the owner / company) has not been released. Signage is expected to be removed in the coming days.
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(Update: adding comments from contractors) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After KTVZ’s Problem Solvers reported on a Central Oregon homeowner who said he paid a deposit to 541 Roofing before communication stopped, two local contractors are stepping up to help. KTVZ News first reported on Martin Stadtmueller, who said he hired 541 Roofing to replace his
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(Update: adding comments from homeowner, BBB) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Central Oregon homeowner says he paid thousands in a deposit for a new roof, but after the charge went through, communication with the contractor stopped — prompting a credit card dispute and raising broader concerns about consumer protection. Martin Stadtmueller told KTVZ News he
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The new Central Library in east Bend is drawing record crowds just weeks after opening. In its first 30 days, the library welcomed more than 63,000 visitors, with patrons checking out over 80,000 items. By comparison, all Central Oregon libraries combined saw about 52,000 visitors in May 2025. The surge in
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Log hauling and road maintenance are set to get underway this summer in the Deschutes National Forest near Camp Sherman after Warm Springs Timber Company LLC received approval from the U.S. Forest Service. The work, which will take place along Forest Service roads 12 and 1290 in the Sisters Ranger
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Grace and Hammer restaurant in Redmond is expanding its offerings in its fourth month under new ownership. The establishment, housed in a historic building constructed in 1912, continues to operate after being purchased by a group of local friends in early 2026. The new owners aim to grow the legacy of
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This story was originally published by CNN. Click here for live updates. (CNN) — Annual inflation rose to a three-year-high of 4.2% in May, underscoring how elevated energy prices are rippling through the US economy, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Prices rose 0.5% on a monthly basis, driven higher by the
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) Mid Oregon Credit Union’s La Pine branch has been named the 2025 Business of the Year by the La Pine Chamber of Commerce. The branch received the recognition for its continued engagement in the community, including supporting schools and parks and for providing exceptional customer care. Mid Oregon Credit Union operates
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — KEITH Manufacturing Co. has been named a recipient of the 2026 Global Trailblazer Award by the Oregon Consular Corps (OCC). The regional manufacturing leader was celebrated alongside fellow Oregon honorees Calbee America, Orchard View Farms, and the Oregon Hazelnut Industry at the annual Celebrate Trade Gala, recently held at the Portland
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dozens of kids at the Boys and Girls Club of Bend celebrated a big milestone on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. KTVZ’s Tracee Tuesday presented fourth grader Clara with her Gold Card — recognizing members who attend at least 105 days a year. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend has rebranded
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Inside a Bend manufacturing facility, thousands of guitars are handcrafted each year. They’re played on stages around the world, but built from the ground up in Central Oregon. At Breedlove Guitars, the process is equal parts precision and artistry. The sounds of sawing and sanding fill the workshop as raw wood
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crux Fermentation Project in Bend announced the reopening of its pub lawn after a comprehensive renovation. A popular destination for families and youth sports, the renovated lawn blends thoughtful design, sustainability, and flexibility. This investment reflects a commitment to maintaining the character and spirit that have made the Crux lawn a
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Update: Adding comments from Life Flight BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After 40 years and deep roots in Bend, a homegrown medical transport program founded by St. Charles is losing its longtime partnership with the very health system that created it, marking a significant shift in how patients will be moved across Central Oregon. A New
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — What started in a garage in Eugene in 1999 with a salon owner, a chemist, and a dream has grown into a global company shipping products around the world — all while keeping every step of the process rooted in Central Oregon. Founded by husband-and-wife team Jim and Lezlie McConnell, Light
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Stereo Planet, a Bend business for 45 years, is reopening its doors with a new collaboration in downtown Bend. The grand reopening celebration is scheduled for Friday, June 5, 2026, at 6 p.m. at 1008 NW Bond Street. Stereo Planet is collaborating with Patrick Smith, a longtime Central Oregon resident and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Six years ago, Oregon shoppers were forced to rethink a simple part of everyday life when the state banned single-use plastic bags. Grocery stores across the state shifted heavily to paper, and most customers adapted quickly. Now, another checkout change is catching shoppers off guard. Safeway, Albertsons, and Fred Meyer stores
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new weekly farmers market opened today at Elevation Bend, formerly known as Bend Factory Stores. The market, which wraps around the entire side of the outlets, will operate every week until October. The farmers market is part of the rebranding of Bend Factory Stores to Elevation Bend. Organizers intend for
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(Update: Adding more information from Meta on the new vendor and the rehiring process.) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A contractor working with Meta will lay off at least 66 employees at its Prineville data center next month. The company tells KTVZ News the cuts come as it ends its contract with Milestone Technologies Inc., but
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