Central Oregon Archives

Community Conversations: Local nonprofit urges community to help meet growing need for guardians

August 5, 2025 1:50 pm Lynsey Harris

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When adults in Central Oregon are no longer able to make decisions for themselves, the Central Oregon Guardian Assistance…

RootedHomes set to break ground on new Redmond middle-income housing community, Rooted at Antler

August 5, 2025 11:42 am Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes, a local non-profit dedicated to affordable housing, is breaking ground later this month on its newest community,…

‘She’s not protecting our well-being’: La Pine chief petitioner speaks out on why he began recall effort targeting Governor Kotek

August 4, 2025 11:54 am Claire Elmer

A recall effort is underway against Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, and it’s led by a Central Oregonian. William Minnix, a resident of La Pine,…

Weekend lightning storms spark nearly 40 new fires around the area; crews’ quick attack stops most small, helped by rain

August 4, 2025 11:26 am Barney Lerten

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters responded to 39 new wildfire starts around Central Oregon over the weekend, burning a total of nine acres,…

Buckaroo Breakfast at the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo is long-time tradition enjoyed by many

August 3, 2025 3:49 pm Claire Elmer

The final day of the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo was capped off by the Buckaroo Breakfast. After another memorable year, people celebrated the…

NE Bend roundabout construction ahead of schedule, city says, heading off another closure next spring

July 31, 2025 1:39 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Progress on the Bear Creek Road, Pettigrew Road and Purcell Boulevard roundabout construction is ahead of schedule due to…

Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office presence at Fair and Rodeo not just for safety, but community connection

August 2, 2025 6:41 pm Claire Elmer

While Central Oregon fairgoers are focused on having fun at the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo, local law enforcement is working behind the scenes…

Day 3 of the county fair is filled with salty food and great times. In its 105th year: An expected tradition, including its big financial impact

July 31, 2025 12:17 am Tracee Tuesday, Triton Notary

(Update: Adding video from day three at Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo) REDMOND, Ore. [KTVZ] — The Deschutes County Fair in Redmond is celebrating…

Bend fugitive, car theft suspect eludes large police search, arrested while riding bike

August 1, 2025 6:11 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 24-year-old Bend man suspected of stealing a car and wanted on two probation violation warrants was arrested Friday evening…

Alaska Airlines is adding year-round daily Redmond-Burbank flights, starting this fall

July 31, 2025 6:10 pm Barney Lerten

SEATTLE (KTVZ) — Alaska Airlines announced Thursday that it’s further expanding its network between California and the Pacific Northwest with seven…

Bye-bye, old mattress: Free recycling locations arrive in Central Oregon under new state law

August 1, 2025 4:44 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents now have access to a growing network of mattress recycling options that include free drop-off for…

The Museum at Warm Springs kicks off annual membership drive, extends through August

August 1, 2025 3:55 pm Barney Lerten

WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Museum at Warm Springs kicked off its annual Membership Drive on Friday, running through the end of August. Several…

In Central Oregon, a tribal radio station faces new challenges after federal cuts to public broadcasting

August 1, 2025 2:47 pm KGW

By Evan Watson, KGW News WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KGW) — A tribal radio station serving Central Oregon will cut services and programming after losing…

Decision 2026: More candidates file to run for four Deschutes County commissioner seats

August 1, 2025 12:34 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– More candidates have filed to run for four out of the five Deschutes County commissioner seats on the ballot in next May’s…

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon’s ’30 Bigs in 30 Days’ aims to recruit urgently needed mentors for boys

August 1, 2025 11:35 am Barney Lerten

Bend, OR, August 1, 2025- This August, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, is calling on men across…

Sisters Ranger District Station to close temporarily while new ranger station nears completion, staff relocate

August 1, 2025 10:51 am Barney Lerten

SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning Monday, August 4, the Sisters Ranger District Station will be temporarily closed for public and employee safety…

Shifting Seasons: Climate change’s impact on Oregon’s native fish populations

August 1, 2025 7:35 am Shannon Brady

Fish play a huge role in Oregon’s culture, economy, and ecological health. People travel across the country just to cast lines in Oregon’s rivers.…

Residents on Bend’s north end advised to ‘shelter in place’ for a time after fugitive ran from a traffic stop, eluded police

July 31, 2025 7:25 pm Barney Lerten

– Hundreds of residents on the north end of Bend were advised to shelter in place and report any suspicious activity for a time Thursday evening…

Bynum: Millions for Redmond, Bend projects included in draft Fiscal Year 2026 funding bills

July 31, 2025 6:25 pm Barney Lerten

(Update: Adding video) WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05) announced Thursday that the following Community Project Funding requests…

Flash Flood Watch: Be alert for landslides and debris flows across Central and Eastern Oregon, officials say

July 31, 2025 3:55 pm Barney Lerten

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for portions of Central and Eastern Oregon beginning at 2 p.m.…