BIG OL FISH: A fintastic day on the waters
Fishing enthusiasts, get ready to reel in some inspiration from the impressive catches. From German brown trout to a 26-inch beauty from the Upper…
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The air cools off. The Pavement doesn’t. Heres what Central Oregon pet owner’s should know.
BEND, Ore. — After a warm summer day in Central Oregon, an evening breeze can make it feel like the perfect time to head outside with your pet. But…
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Vehicle crashes into electrical box in NE Bend, causes traffic signal outage
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A vehicle crash disrupted traffic at a busy Bend intersection Thursday afternoon after it appeared a car left the roadway and…
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Local bands unite for Bands for Bread benefit concert
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nine local bands will perform at Bands for Bread, a free benefit concert to fight food insecurity, on Friday, July 31. The…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to questions about Transportation GO Bond, Firewise initiatives, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From concerns regarding the voter-passed 2020 Transportation GO Bond to reports of illegal firework use over the 4th of July…
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Alfalfa Fire District slashes services amid leadership and staffing shortage
(UPDATE: Meeting took place where board decided on reduced service) ALFALFA, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Alfalfa Fire District Board of Directors voted today…
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New nonprofit hopes to keep Central Oregon athletes closer to home with year-round ice facility
BEND, Ore. — Central Oregon is known for outdoor recreation, but for local ice sports athletes, access to year-round ice remains limited.The Forge…
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Bend Born Author Pens Bed time story: ‘Mrs. Moon’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-born author Michelle Kutz has released her new children’s book, “Mrs. Moon.” The short story is a bedtime rhyme was…
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High Desert Museum hosts ‘Welcome the Night’ event for nocturnal wildlife enthusiasts
BEND, OR (KTVZ) — The High Desert Museum in Bend, Oregon will host “Welcome the Night” on July 15, an after-hours event celebrating nocturnal…
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony marks new casino opening in Madras
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new casino at the Plateau Travel Plaza in Madras is set to celebrate its Grand Opening this Saturday (July 11th), featuring…
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Bend Park and Recreation District: No bridge jumping in Bend parks
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An important reminder from the Bend Park and Recreation District: Bridge jumping is not a harmless summer activity– and it’s…
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Junior law enforcement camp opens doors for local girls in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new Junior Law Enforcement Camp for Women in Redmond is giving local girls a hands-on look at careers in criminal justice,…
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Update: Lost Goat Reunited with Terrebonne Family
UPDATE: The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office says the goat has been reunited with its family. TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County…
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Oregon Health Authority secures $97.1M in federal funding for rural health initiatives
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is awarding about $97.1 million in additional federal funding to improve the health and well-being…
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OnPoint Credit Union awards $500,000 in grants to nonprofits in Oregon and SW Washington
OnPoint Community Credit Union has awarded more than $500,000 in grants to 59 nonprofit organizations across Oregon and Southwest Washington. The…
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Oregon Adaptive Sports to host three-day gravel cycling camp for disabled veterans
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS), partnered with Semper Fi & The America’s Fund, will host a three-day Veterans Gravel Cycling…
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Demolition of old Bend High begins with Gymnasium
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Demolition of the old Bend High School began today, starting with the gymnasium. An excavator with a specialized pincer…
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Central Oregon crews juggle multiple July 4th fires
Bend/Redmond, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon fire crews spent the Fourth of July weekend racing from one call to the next, as hot weather and holiday…
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Vice-Chair of Aquatic Board makes statment on recall petition
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Member of the Madras Aquatic Center board is making a statement in light of the upcoming special election. This August, four…
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Peninsula Fire Update: Brush fire in Crooked River Ranch contained, goats helped slow the spread
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A fire broke out on Saturday in Crooked River Ranch that has since been fully contained. The fire was burning…
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