There’s Good News: Highland Elementary students blast off on ‘mission to Mars’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News launched a new initiative to end each newscast with a positive story from around Central Oregon, called “There’s Good…
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Send a valentine, support wildlife: Think Wild offers custom gifts, with local delivery
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Valentine’s Day, Think Wild is partnering with local businesses to offer local, sustainable gifts and delivery services…
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DECISION 2026: Deschutes County commissioners vote 2-1 to send districting map to voters this fall
After hearing from another packed meeting room that again voiced divided opinions, DeschutesCounty commissioners voted 2-1 Wednesday to send a…
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Bend man charged with DUII, assault in Redmond pickup-pedestrian crash that injured Warm Springs woman
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man faces assault and DUII charges after a pickup-pedestrian crash on Highway 97 in Redmond Monday night that…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office announces trio of upcoming town hall meetings
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday it will be holding three town hall meetings in upcoming weeks.…
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Upcoming OSU-Cascades Science Pub explores how biomechanics can help you choose the right running shoes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With hundreds of running shoe styles available, runners are challenged to find a shoe that will help them run well and reduces…
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Scam alert: Crook County residents targeted by callers impersonating law enforcement
The Crook County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents to a phone scam involving callers who claim to be members of law enforcement. Officials say…
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Bynum: Two SW Redmond housing, road safety projects to get total of $2.25 million in federal funding
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., said Wednesday she’s secured over $6 million in federal funding for affordable housing, community…
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‘Going to be a big hit:’ Bend business optimistic about local super-bowl ad encouraging early allergen introduction to babies
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — A local baby food company is making the most of Super Bowl Sunday. Square Baby, initially founded in 2018 by Katie…
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Cascades East Transit resumes rider fares, launches fund to help those in need and expanded bus advertising
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit, which reinstated charging fares this week, announced two new initiatives Wednesday to support transit…
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Deschutes County appoints experienced fair executive Jeff Curtis as new Fair & Expo Center director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County announced Wednesday it has appointed Jeff Curtis as the new director of the Deschutes County Fair & Expo…
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Update: Weather delays pile burning work on Crooked River Grassland SE of Madras
Prescribed fire operations on the Crooked River National Grassland southeast of Madras that were scheduled for Wednesday have been postponed due to…
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Visit Bend opens applications for arts and culture grants funded by tourism
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Visit Bend is accepting grant applications now through March 27th for high-quality arts and culture events support, funded…
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Crude oil prices surge, pushing gas costs higher
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crude oil prices climbed to a four-month high last week, reaching more than 65 dollars a barrel. Triple-A says the surge was…
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Governor Kotek testifies in support of senior housing bill
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek is calling for more affordable housing options for Oregon’s aging population. On Tuesday, she testified…
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Love takes flight: KTVZ captures surprise engagement at Madras Airport
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s some especially good news, just in time for Valentine’s Day. A Madras couple took their relationship to new heights…
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Bend Summer Festival is moving up to late May, also gets a new title sponsor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After 35 years of fun under the often-hot summer sun, the Bend Summer Festival will be kicking off the season with a new,…
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OSU-Cascades study reveals tourism costs outweigh benefits for residents in popular destinations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon State University-Cascades has published the findings of a years-long study of sustainable tourism, revealing that the…
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Oliver Books in Prineville sparks community connection with month-long reading challenge
One local bookstore in Crook County is turning the month of February into a community-wide celebration of reading.
Oliver Books in downtown…
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Warm Springs man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for abusing two minors
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Warm Springs man who admitted last fall he sexually abused two minors on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation in 2024 was…
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