(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pollinator Pathway Bend just announced the upcoming installation of a new native pollinator garden at the corner of Wall Street and Bond Street, including the adjacent roadside planting strip on Wall Street. The project will transform the space with over 100 drought-tolerant native plants that provide food and
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CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – An analysis of forest-based projects funded through the sale of carbon credits shows that 10% of them may have a net warming effect on the climate because of the way they alter the Earth’s albedo, or how much sunlight is reflected back into space. The study led by scientists in the Oregon State
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)– Governor Tina Kotek announced Monday that she has declared a drought in Jefferson County through Executive Order 25-23 and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. A link to Executive Order 25-23 can be found here. Here is the rest of Monday’s news release from the governor’s office: According
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A video camera captured a Chinook salmon ascending the fish ladder at Keno Dam on the upper Klamath River this week, the first picture of a salmon ascending the upper bays of the ladder since four hydroelectric dams were removed on the Klamath River last year. It’s a positive step
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Bend, OR (KTVZ) – Agriculture is one of the biggest contributors of climate change, accounting for roughly 10% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. In an attempt to reduce their footprint, farms in Central Oregon are finding ways to stay sustainable while providing healthy, quality food for their community. Russel Simpson from Around
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This October, the Deschutes County Department of Solid Waste will host household hazardous waste collection events in the communities of La Pine, Sisters and Redmond. These one-day events give residents an opportunity to dispose of household hazardous waste items free of charge. “We are excited to offer additional collection events in our rural
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The fungus that causes white-nose syndrome in bats has been detected in Clatsop County, the first such discovery in Oregon, state wildlife officials said Friday. White-nose syndrome is an infection in bats caused by the fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans that disrupts hibernation, causing dehydration and starvation. Samples analyzed by U.S. Geological Survey confirmed the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — NatureConnect Central Oregon is excited to bring back their popular event, NatureConnect Fest! NatureConnect Fest celebrates the diversity of ways that we all connect with nature. The event will provide something for everyone, including nature arts and crafts, STEM activities, outdoor recreation, a scavenger hunt, food, and more. Families can try
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — SOLVE is hosting the inaugural “Pick It Up, Bend!” on Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in Downtown Bend. This community-powered cleanup brings together residents, local businesses, and volunteers for a hands-on morning removing litter and beautifying public spaces, with the backdrop of the scenic Old Mill District and Hayden Homes Amphitheater.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With a mission of encouraging carpooling, bus rides and bike trips in the name of recognizing that some one-third of Americans aren’t able to drive, Central Oregon Community College is participating for the first time in the national Week Without Driving initiative, Sept. 29 to Oct. 3. As fall term gets underway, faculty,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascade natural gas is testing out new heating technology in Bend. The company is launching a pilot project to see if dual fuel heat pump systems can cut greenhouse gas emissions, while saving customers money. Here are the details: Cascade Natural Gas Corporation is launching a pilot project in Bend, Oregon
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Bend, OR (KTVZ)- Tribal Stewards finished up their summer program on Tuesday. The program works on culturally informed ecological restoration projects on Oregon’s public lands while providing young participants with valuable field experience.The Lomakatsi Restoration Project, Burns Paiute Tribe, Oregon Natural Desert Association, and other partners collaborated September 2nd to expand opportunities for tribal and
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek announced Tuesday she has declared a drought in Coos and Wheeler counties through an executive order and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. A link to Executive Order 25-19 can be found here. Coos CountyAccording to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Coos County has been
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As the search for a missing man continues at Dillon Falls, searchers are turning to high-tech solutions.
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The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has released the 2025 Wildfire Smoke Trends Report, which gathers and examines data about how the 2024 wildfire season affected air quality across the state.
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(Adding video from 5PM broadcast) EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the wake of a wildfire, there’s often an assumption that burned landscapes will be more susceptible to landslides. But new research from the University of Oregon suggests it’s not always that simple. An analysis of the Columbia River Gorge, which runs along the border between
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(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – World-class shows at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, walking along the river trail, patio happy hours, and retail therapy are highlights of the Bend Summer season. Commute Options said Thursday it’s thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Hayden Homes Amphitheater and the Old Mill District for
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(Update: Adding video) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ_ Oregon’s wildlife has evolved alongside fire, with many species adapted to periodic burns. However, the increasing intensity and frequency of wildfires, influenced by climate change, are creating new challenges for both animals and ecosystems. The Oregon Wildlife Foundation said Monday it would like to remind the public that wildfire
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Governor Tina Kotek said Monday she has declared a drought in Douglas, Morrow, and Union counties through Executive Order 25-18 and directed state agencies to coordinate and prioritize assistance to the region. A link to Executive Order 25-18 can be found here. Union CountyAccording to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Union County
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents now have access to a growing network of mattress recycling options that include free drop-off for residents at two sites in the region, as the Mattress Recycling Council’s statewide Bye Bye Mattress program expands to serve more Oregon communities. These new options for recycling mattresses and box springs for free
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