(update: adding video, comments from Alex Bradley) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – An Austin man walking more than 2,500 miles to honor his best friend and support others facing mental health struggles is nearing the end of his journey in Oregon. Jillian Fortner sat down with Bradley to talk about his journey and the inspiration behind
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Deschutes County commissioners next Wednesday will take up a contentious five-district map for future commissioner elections, recommended on a recent 4-3 vote by an advisory committee.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Four annual winter range closures take effect next Monday across the Deschutes National Forest to provide critical habitat for deer and elk. The closure areas include Cabin/Silver Lake, Metolius Winter Range, Opine Travel Management Area and Tumalo Winter Range. Motorized vehicles (including snowmobiles and e-bikes) are prohibited in the closure areas,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A California truck driver was arrested by Oregon State Police on two counts of criminally negligent homicide after an SUV struck his jackknifed semi on Highway 20 east of Bend, killing both the driver and passenger. Oregon State Police and other first responders were called to the crash around 9:30 p.m.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– If you’re looking for unique holiday décor you won’t find anywhere else, head to the Christmas Village at Super Thrift in Bend. Each year, one corner of the store transforms into a festive holiday display. Shoppers can browse decorations, vintage goods, stocking stuffers, and even Christmas music, all at thrift store prices.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you have not made your Thanksgiving plans, it’s not too late. There’s going to be a massive banquet in Bend, with some of the best food imaginable. The Riverhouse Convention Center is holding a Thanksgiving grand buffet from 1-4 p.m. It’s a buffet-style meal with all the Thanksgiving staples, like
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Diabetes is one of the most common health challenges in Central Oregon. To coincide with Diabetes Awareness Month, the Central Oregon Health Council has released Diabetes in Central Oregon: A Community Snapshot, a report on diabetes prevalence and control based on actual, up-to-date regional data. According to the Oregon Health Authority,
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Warm Springs K-8 Academy celebrated Native American Heritage Month with a vibrant powwow showcase last week, bringing together students, families, and staff to honour Native American cultures and traditions. The event filled the gym with song, dance, and tradition, recognising the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of the Native American
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A Washington state man was arrested Monday in Redmond and arraigned Tuesday on charges he traveled to Central Oregon to engage in sex with a “14-year-old girl” he net online – who actually was an undercover officer.
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A contractor working on an ADA curb ramp project in Redmond hit a natural gas line Monday afternoon, causing a leak that shut Highway 126 and other roads in the area for several hours. Crews were on scene until early Tuesday to stop the leak and complete repairs.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– They recommend washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before, during, and after preparing food—especially after handling raw meat, poultry, seafood, flour, or eggs. Cooks should also wash utensils, cutting boards, and countertops with hot, soapy water between tasks, and rinse fresh fruits and vegetables under running water.
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Sisters is inviting the community to help select a design for signs to better help new visitors find their way around the Western-themed downtown area. The city is working on developing a comprehensive Signage Plan that it says “will serve as a framework to guide the design, placement,
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A Bend woman was arraigned on arson and other charges in Deschutes County Court, accused of setting fire to her home in northwest Bend. 33-year-old Rachel Kidwell was arrested at the triplex where she resided when Bend Police responded to a structure fire.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An exciting addition is coming to the Central Oregon community. Bethlehem Inn, a nonprofit homeless shelter, is opening a thrift boutique in Redmond at 214 NW 6th St. The thrift boutique is named Grace & Goods and will offer curated women’s clothing, accessories, and more. All sales and proceeds at Grace
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – This holiday season, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, encourages the community to “Give the Gift of Mentorship” by becoming a mentor to a local child. With 90 youth currently on the waitlist, there is a growing and urgent need for caring adults to step
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 40-year-old man, Alvaro Perez-Cazarez, was arrested Saturday morning following a domestic dispute at the Ochoco Trailer Park in Redmond. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Redmond Police Department, attempted to make contact with Perez-Cazarez, but he refused to come out and barricaded himself inside the home. A
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Central Oregon Community College program that helps train the next generation of firefighters just received a boost through KTVZ’s “One Class at a Time” initiative. With support from Mid Oregon Credit Union, the program is being awarded $1,000 to enhance its hands-on learning resources. The college’s Fire Science Program serves
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Giving Tuesday is coming up Tuesday, December 3, and Central Oregonians have a special opportunity to give back to their community by donating to KIDS Center, our region’s Children’s Advocacy Center. The public is invited to stop by KIDS Center’s parking lot on Giving Tuesday and make a gift. “Give an amount that’s meaningful to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wafer is one of a litter of 12 smart and social puppies the Humane Society of Central Oregon received last week. They are a big part of the reason why the shelter is holding a special Puppy-Palooza.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., took a tour Friday of the $180 million Redmond Airport terminal expansion project, calling it a “flight path for growth” and saying that also includes a need for several more air traffic controllers. He later met with local officials, businesses and family members about economic issues. You
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