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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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest is selling permits to cut Christmas trees from local national forest lands. The public can purchase Christmas tree permits at Forest Service offices, online, and from local vendors around Central Oregon. Christmas tree permits for the 2025 season are available for purchase online at Recreation.gov. They are $5.00
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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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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From now through Dec. 12, Bend Fire & Rescue invites the community to bring non-perishable food donations to any of our fire stations to help combat food insecurity for local families in need this holiday season. Bend Fire is asking for donations of non-perishable food items such as canned
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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) — As the season of gratitude and giving approaches, Shepherd’s House Ministries is reaching out to the compassionate and generous community for support in ensuring that everyone has a warm and hearty Thanksgiving meal. This year, Shepherd’s House says it is providing a Thanksgiving dinner to those in-program, in need, or anyone
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local child care facility is under investigation by the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care following allegations of mistreatment and neglect. The Problem Solvers spoke with former employees, parents, and a grandparent of children who attended Mia’s Sprouts Early Child Development Center. According to its website, Mia’s Sprouts describes
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(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon is asking residents to consider giving the gift of mentorship to local youth this holiday season. The organization pairs adult mentors, known as Bigs, with youth, or Littles, to help guide and support them as they navigate life. Bigs typically meet
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With Thanksgiving just days away, members of the Deschutes County Sheriff Employee Association are making a special effort to support rural families in need by delivering holiday dinners directly to their doorsteps.
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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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BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Looking for something festive and fun to do this weekend? Dakota’s Brick Shop in Bend is hosting a special LEGO make-and-take event that’s perfect for kids and families wanting to kick off the holiday season with creativity and play. This free event invites everyone to come build, create, and enjoy some
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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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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Agriculture announced Friday it has issued temporary rules to help reduce the risk of spreading Equine Herpes Virus (EHV)/Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy. The rules filed on Wednesday “will immediately strengthen Oregon’s ability to prevent the entry and spread of EHV/EHM by requiring additional safeguards for horses entering the state or attending high-risk events,”
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Johnny Davis, the owner of Bend’s Volcanic Theatre Pub, is reversing course — and no longer selling the popular venue. The Volcanic Theatre, located on Southwest Century Drive, is a 13-time award-winning hotspot. It was recently listed for sale on BizBuySell.com. But in a new social media post, Davis says community
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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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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications for the OSU Master Gardener™ Program in Central Oregon are now available. The program targets individuals interested in becoming a trained volunteer who wants to learn and share research-based gardening information. The program will be hybrid training, with both online and in-person learning. Once you apply and have been accepted, you will be considered an OSU Master
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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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La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver is thrilled to announce the opening of our ReStore Upcycle Challenge Auction — a community-driven, creative competition that blends sustainability, artistry, and philanthropy. The online auction will be live through December 19, with proceeds supporting Habitat’s mission to build and preserve affordable housing in southern Deschutes
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mid Oregon Credit Union invites the community to participate in its popular annual Holiday Dough fundraiser, supporting local charities that provide food and other needed items to individuals and families experiencing financial challenges during the holiday season. Holiday Dough kicks off this week and continues through Friday, December 5. Members and the community can donate at all Mid Oregon’s eight branches, online at midoregon.com/dough or over the phone at 541-382-1795. One-hundred percent of the contributions stay in the community where they are collected and benefit these local nonprofits:
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend-La Pine Schools Excellence in Education awards culminated Friday afternoon with the presentation of the Educator of the Year award to Loren Renfroe, language arts teacher at Sky View Middle School in northeast Bend. Superintendent Steven Cook and other district officials made the surprise presentation. Renfroe has
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