Central Oregon Archives

Samson Garner’s trial in Smith Rock mass shooting plot delayed to next August, at defense attorneys’ request

November 12, 2024 6:51 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The trial of a Portland man accused of plotting a mass shooting at a Smith Rock climbing event last year has been delayed until…

C.O. firearms instructors report an increase in female customers, point toward political climate

November 12, 2024 10:36 am Isabella Warren

(Update: Adding video, comments from gun instructors) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)— Gun owners and instructors across Central Oregon are reporting an…

‘Makes me emotional’: All-school assembly honors C.O. veterans at Bend’s High Lakes Elementary

November 12, 2024 11:59 am Jillian Fortner

Bend’s High Lakes Elementary held an all-school assembly and recognition ceremony in their gym Tuesday in honor of Veterans…

‘They’re my brothers’: La Pine HS students, staff honor veterans with recognition assembly and brunch

November 12, 2024 11:56 am Kelsey McGee

More schools around Central Oregon honored the area’s veterans with special gatherings on Tuesday, including La Pine High…

Oregon State Police release name of Redmond motorcyclist killed in Highway 20 head-on crash

November 7, 2024 2:02 pm Barney Lerten

Oregon State Police on Tuesday released the identity of a 67-year-old Redmond man who was killed last week in the head-on collision of his motorcycle…

Winter weather forecast will bring earlier closure than planned for Cascade Lakes Highway, Paulina Lake Road

November 12, 2024 3:39 pm KTVZ news sources

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to this week’s winter weather forecast, the Deschutes County Road Department will close Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina…

High Desert Food and Farm Alliance receives three-year $522K USDA grant to assist new farmers and ranchers

November 12, 2024 2:28 pm KTVZ news sources

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The US Department of Agriculture has announced an investment of $23.7 million for 46 projects as part of its Beginning…

Forest Service plans pile burning this week west of Phil’s Trailhead, south of Skyliners Road, in Wanoga Butte area

November 12, 2024 9:09 am KTVZ news sources

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters across the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District plan to conduct up to 217 acres of pile burning operations west of…

‘The playbook is the same’: State lawmakers Bonham, Kropf offer reaction to election results, ’25 session outlook

November 11, 2024 4:59 pm Tracee Tuesday

(Update: Adding video, comments by Daniel Bonham, Jason Kropf) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Redmond Patriots meeting was held on Veterans Day with guest…

Bend Parade of Flags a Red, White and Blue salute to Central Oregon’s veterans

November 11, 2024 6:13 pm KTVZ News Team

BEND, Ore (KTVZ)– Early Monday morning, the Bend Heroes Foundation, Boy Scout Troop 25 and volunteers fanned out across downtown Bend installing…

‘I’m just proud to be a veteran’: Dozens gather at Bend’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial for new flagpole’s rededication

November 11, 2024 5:22 pm Kelsey McGee

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial, recently vandalized for the second time this year, received a powerful show of support…

‘This is my country, and I’m proud of it’: Bend Veteran’s Day Parade brings cheers, tears – and pride

November 11, 2024 4:35 pm Isabella Warren

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Gray skies and chilly temperatures did not keep the flag-waving, saluting crowds away for Monday’s special, 23rd annual Bend…

Street Dog Hero hosts successful low-cost spay, neuter and wellness event for 95 animals in Christmas Valley

November 11, 2024 4:36 pm KTVZ news sources

CHRISTMAS VALLEY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Street Dog Hero, a Bend-based, dedicated animal rescue organization, successfully hosted its first-ever low-cost…

Central Oregon communities’ Veterans Day parades, events honor and salute those who have served our country

November 11, 2024 8:43 am KTVZ News Team

Central Oregonians are joining the nation on Monday’s Veterans Day in saluting and celebrating the many veterans who have served our country and…

Standing tall: New flagpole rededicated at Bend’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial after vandalism, community effort

October 20, 2024 2:59 pm Barney Lerten, Kelsey McGee

The new, taller and stronger flagpole is being rededicated in a special Veterans Day ceremony at the Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Deschutes…

Mt. Bachelor to open for winter season on Friday, for passholders only – the earliest start in over a quarter-century

November 11, 2024 10:30 am KTVZ news sources

Mark your calendars for Friday, because Mt. Bachelor announced Monday that thanks to plenty of early snow, it’s kicking off the 2024/25 season two…

Have you ‘herd’ what was holding up traffic in Sunriver this weekend? It’s only natural

November 10, 2024 8:22 pm KTVZ news sources

Nature is all around, and with a forest surrounding Sunriver, it’s only natural to have to wait for a herd of elk to move along, as Paul Evenson…

Donald Trump supporters celebrate president-elect’s win with a victory lap around C. Oregon

November 10, 2024 5:21 pm Kelsey McGee

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Election night was five days ago, when Donald Trump won and was declared the 47th president. On Sunday, Central Oregonians…

COCC hosts 25th annual Turkey Trot fun-run/walk scholarship fundraiser and Toddler Trot

November 9, 2024 11:57 am Kelsey McGee

(Update: Adding video, comments from Swinn) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College held its 25th annual Turkey Trot, Saturday.…

Jillian Fortner previews AMA EnduroCross dirt-bike racing at the Redmond Fairgrounds

November 8, 2024 11:45 am Jillian Fortner

The Deschutes County Fairgrounds will host the fifth round of the 2024 AMA EnduroCross Championship Series this weekend. The event features some of…