BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend has a reputation for making lists for its love of dogs; however, one of the most common complaints and pleas for help from community members relates to off-leash dogs. Bend Park and Recreation District and City of Bend Police Department are reminding pet owners about leash requirements and the safety
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Firefighters on the Deschutes National Forest continued conducting prescribed burning operations Friday on 145 acres on the Thor Unit 7 Prescribed Burn, about five miles northeast of La Pine and north of Paulina Lake Road, near McKay Crossing Campground.
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More home-grown beef should be returning to Central Oregon shelves in coming years as The Symons Beef Company soon will start building a 40,000-square-foot meat processing facility on their property just north of Madras.
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Scrolling, streaming, a constant buzz, and endless distraction. Cell phones have found a permanent place in students’ pockets. Right now, there is a bill moving through the Oregon Legislature — sponsored by Bend State Representative Emerson Levy that would prohibit students from having access to cell phones and other mobile devices in the classroom.
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TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management’s Prineville District said Friday it is planning a prescribed fire in the Tumalo area to take place between Saturday, May 10 and Friday, May 16, depending on the weather and fuel moisture conditions. While the actual burn is expected to take just one day, operations may
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A previously convicted local sex offender was sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison Friday following a multi-agency investigation for drug dealing and possession of child sexual abuse material. Richard Jay Jackson, 61, of Bend, was sentenced to a total of 115 months (9 years, 7 months) in prison, to be
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week is National Small Business Week—and Central Oregon is full of them! For this month’s Small Business Spotlight, KTVZ News took a trip to a unique shop in Bend that plant lovers call a haven. At Somewhere That’s Green, the name couldn’t be more fitting. “We have over 400 varieties
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This week’s Furry Friend is Kona, a 7-year-old black lab who is a very happy girl. Don’t let her age fool you, Kona is still full of puppy energy. “She’s a pretty typical lab, so she loves to chase a ball, play with a toy. She loves snacks, and she’s just a happy girl. She’ll
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from Mother’s Day celebrations to a 3-in-1 expo center show. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– While Catholics around the globe celebrate the new pope, KTVZ News discovered a unique connection between our area and Pope Leo XIV at the headquarters of the Baker Diocese here in Central Oregon. There was excitement and hope surrounding the new pope. We sat down with Bishop Liam Carey, who was surprised
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SISTERS, Ore. –(KTVZ)– A water company in Sisters is adding an extra $100 a month to customers’ bills, and it’s not sitting well with some residents. Indian Meadow Water Company is a volunteer owned company serving several subdivisions in Sisters. The system it inherited is decades old, with crumbling infrastructure and 50 year old asbestos
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is thrilled to kick off its 10th season of Grow & Give. This program collects locally grown fresh produce from farm gleans, farmers markets, community gardens and home gardeners from May through November. The program serves the dual purpose of reducing food waste and delivering nutritious
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is celebrating new support from partners across the region to expand and sustain critical nutrition services for older adults. Thanks to recent grant funding and in-kind support, the council says it’s better equipped to meet the growing demand for Meals on Wheels and Community
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After a five-year hiatus, the National Association of Letter Carriers is bringing its Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive back to Central Oregon on Saturday. As the largest single-day food drive in the country, this nationwide effort makes it easy for residents to support their neighbors in need. To participate, community members
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild Animal Hospital is calling for awareness and more hunters to switch from lead ammunition, as a Bald Eagle fights for her life after suffering from lead poisoning. In 2024, more than 20 animals passed away at their hospital after suffering lead poisoning. Right now a Bald Eagle is fighting
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The National Association of School Resource Officers announced Thursday that it will present its National Award of Valor to Katie Tiktin, a teacher at Pilot Butte Middle School in Bend, and a regional Exceptional Service Award to Officer Jabral Johnson, a school resource officer with the West Linn Police Department.
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BLACK BUTTE RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Our thanks to Jane Lindquist for sharing this scene of several elk traveling through the Black Butte area on Wednesday. Feel free to send us your great videos or photos of Central Oregon’s natural beauty from the Share tab on KTVZ.COM and our app.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Timed reservation tickets for Lava River Cave will be available starting Friday, May 9, for the 2025 season, the Deschutes National Forest said. Lava River Cave opens for the season in a week on Friday, May 16. This season, Lava River Cave will be open to the public from mid-May through mid-September. On
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The City of Bend is moving forward with Phase 2 of its Transportation Fee, aiming to double annual revenue for road maintenance and infrastructure improvements.
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A Canadian man whose extradition is being sought by the United States has been arrested and detained in Canada in connection with the July 2023 homicide of Evelyn Jeanette Weaver, Bend Police announced Thursday.
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