BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend was a far smaller town 35 years ago, when the current City Hall was built. While the growth is self-evident, and the accompanying need for more space for city staff, there’s still a web of options and issues to address, when it comes to the idea of a bigger City
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras announced Thursday that city councilors have approved a construction services agreement with Rickabaugh Construction, LLC for the first phase of the Hoffman Park development, moving this long-planned community project into construction. Phase One includes the development of two adjacent 3-acre parcels along 10th Street south of J
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St. Charles Health System announced Thursday an agreement with PacificSource, allowing thousands of patients on both the commercial and Medicare Advantage plans to remain in-network for St. Charles hospitals and clinics.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Santa is once again trading his sleigh for a fire engine to ride through the city of Bend, collecting donations for The Salvation Army. On Saturday, December 6th at 6 p.m., the Bend Fire Santa Express is gearing up for another fun year visiting local neighborhoods to collect food, clothing, and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From the impact of studded tires on city roads to Bend’s unhoused population, KTVZ News asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your pressing questions Thursday morning. Make sure to submit your questions for the mayor here. You can remain anonymous if you wish.
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REDMOND, Ore. {KTVZ} — With the federal government officially reopened, most travel operations are returning to normal — though some passengers flying through Redmond Municipal Airport are still experiencing slight delays.Airport Director Zachary Bass says while the shutdown briefly impacted staffing and scheduling, disruptions have been minimal.“So far, the airport itself and, the flights, departures
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Staff members and supporters gathered outside Central Oregon Community College on Wednesday, demanding higher wages and better financial security as contract negotiations continue between the college and the Oregon Education Association. Union representatives say one in four COCC staff members struggles with food insecurity, and eight out of ten
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(Update: Adding video) LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ)– Bend-La Pine Schools has announced its participation in the 2025 Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day, hosting a commemorative celebration and curricular field trip for students at La Pine Elementary and Rosland Elementary. The event is scheduled for Friday, November 14 at 9:15 a.m., taking place in the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s a new Irish pub in town, in a location you might know. Emerald Loop has opened its doors on SE Cleveland Aaenue, taking over the space that used to be Big E’s and before that Kelly D’s Irish Pub. Thew new owners have already changed the decor, making it more
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New data from the Oregon Health Authority show that when air quality worsens across the state, more Oregonians end up in emergency rooms and urgent care for breathing problems and mental health concerns.
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The application window opens Thursday for grants from the Bend Sustainability Fund, a Visit Bend project that has reinvested more than $3.3 million in lodging taxes into local community projects since its start in 2021.
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After 42 days, the longest government shutdown is getting closer to being over and the government will be reopened.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A union newly representing Central Oregon Community College classified staff called a protest Wednesday at the school’s board meeting, accusing COCC of “hoarding reserves” and severely underpaying the workers with what they called “poverty wages.” The Oregon Education Association said in a news release to KTVZ News that COCC educators, students
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Family Access Network received a multi-year grant of $50,000 for the next three years, totaling $150,000 in support of rural FAN families. These funds will be utilized in the communities of Sisters, La Pine, Prineville, Sunriver, Terrebonne, Tumalo, and Jefferson County to ensure children have access to the basic need resources necessary to arrive
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(Update: Adding video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Madras Police Department announced that Code Enforcement Officers Duane Ledford and Aija Elder were formally sworn in Wednesday under a newly established Code Enforcement Officer Oath of Office. “This is the first time the Madras Police Department has administered an oath specific to code enforcement, marking an important
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools is excited to announce its participation in the 2025 Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day with a commemorative celebration and curricular field trip for La Pine Elementary and Rosland Elementary students. The community is invited to attend. The program brings together students, families, and community members to celebrate
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is excited to announce the upcoming grand opening of its new Redmond ReStore, located at 2744 NW 7th Street. The celebration will take place on Thursday, November 20 at 10:00 AM, in partnership with the Redmond Chamber of Commerce, and will include a ribbon cutting and tours
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The new McDonald’s in Redmond, located at 625 NW Oak Tree Lane, held a grand opening celebration on Veterans Day with free meals for all veterans, active-duty service members and first responders.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the 19th and early 20th centuries, illustrated maps and advertisements functioned as powerful enticements to attract new inhabitants to the West. Opening this Saturday at the High Desert Museum, Drawn West: A History of Promoting Place explores a century of salesmanship, when artists and cartographers alike crafted an image of the West that depicted
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Sunshine and mild temperatures greeted the many flag-waving of Central Oregonians who lined the streets of downtown Bend or took part in Tuesday’s 24th annual Bend Veterans Day Parade, honoring all who have served our country.
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