Deschutes County seeks new Planning Commission member from Redmond/Terrebonne area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has invited residents in the Redmond/Terrebonne community to apply for a vacant position on the county’s…
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Bend, Redmond mayors join Gov. Kotek in letter calling for immediate halt to federal immigration enforcement actions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek and more than 30 Oregon mayors sent a letter Thursday to the Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem and President…
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Ross Dress for Less, Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend team up for in-store fundraiser to help kids succeed in school
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ross Stores is launching its 12th annual “Help Local Kids Succeed in School” fundraiser starting on Saturday to benefit the Boys…
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Camp Fire Central Oregon says it will use grant to build character, study expanding summer day camp to La Pine
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Camp Fire Central Oregon announced Thursday it has been awarded a national grant of nearly $50,000 to strengthen character…
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Low snow prompts Oregon Adaptive Sports to move two upcoming youth events from Hoodoo to Mt. Bachelor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Low snow conditions have prompted Oregon Adaptive Sports to move this Saturday’s Ellie Bartlett Junior Racers adaptive skiing…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office completes accreditation, cites commitment to professional standards
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday it has successfully completed its accreditation process through the…
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Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation launches Art Contest for 2026 SELCO Kids’ PPP team race
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation is accepting entries for the SELCO Kids’ Mini PPP Art Contest right now through the…
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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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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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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
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Valentine’s Day, Think Wild is partnering with local businesses to offer local, sustainable gifts…
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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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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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‘Going to be a big hit:’ Bend business optimistic about local super-bowl ad encouraging early allergen introduction to babies
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — A Bend-based baby food company is making the most of Super Bowl Sunday. Square Baby, initially founded in 2018 by Katie…
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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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