Bend’s EarthCruiser, which closed its plant a year ago, outlines bold new plans for the future of overland travel
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– EarthCruiser recently announced the completion of a major milestone: the final direct…
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Redmond burglary, domestic violence suspect eludes police search; police seek public tips
The police search for a burglary and domestic violence suspect closed a busy southwest Redmond street and put two nearby schools in Secure status…
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Visit Bend awards total of $300,000 to 20 local organizations for arts and cultural tourism projects
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Twenty organizations dedicated to Bend’s arts and culture scene will receive a total of $300,000 in grants from the Bend…
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Redmond extends application window for city’s first retail marijuana dispensaries
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond has extended the window for accepting Retail Marijuana Dispensaries applications to Friday, May 30. …
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Central Oregon unemployment rates hold steady; job numbers up slightly over the past month and year
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Seasonally adjusted unemployment rates in Central Oregon were little changed this April, the Oregon Employment Department said…
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As Memorial Day nears, Bend-based Project Recover remembers the fallen by bringing heroes home
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. — As families across Central Oregon prepare to honor those who gave their lives in service to the nation,…
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Central Oregon’s yearly ‘Point in Time’ count finds number of homeless has risen 17% in past year, 89% over five years
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There were 2,108 Central Oregon homeless people counted in January’s annual Point in Time Count, a 17% increase from last year,…
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Deschutes National Forest plans 422-acre prescribed burn off Forest Service Road 18
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If conditions are favorable, the Deschutes National Forest plans to conduct prescribed burn operations on Tuesday 15 miles…
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City of Redmond invites artists to submit concepts for new downtown mural
(Update: Adding Video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Commission for Art in Public Places is seeking artists interested in painting a mural in…
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Elmer’s is set to move into Bend, but it’s far from their first time serving customers in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As shuttered Shari’s storefronts rocked Central Oregon, many residents were thrilled to hear another Oregon favorite – Elmer’s…
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Bend drivers due some relief: Portland Avenue, Wall Street-Olney Avenue intersection will reopen to traffic Friday
BEND, Ore. (KTV) — The city of Bend had some good news for Bend drivers Monday ahead of the big holiday weekend: Portland Avenue and the…
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BLM transfers fire engines to fire departments ahead of busy fire season, one to Juniper Flats in Wasco County
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As wildfire season approaches, the Bureau of Land Management is increasing readiness and bolstering rural firefighting…
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Deschutes County Sheriff van der Kamp expelled from Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association board
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp, who has been barred from testifying at trials due to false information given from…
Continue ReadingOregon’s gas prices rise more than a nickel a gallon as big Memorial Day travel weekend approaches
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Average gasoline prices in Oregon have risen 5.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.90/gallon Monday, according…
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Deschutes County Commissioners urge PacifiCorp to consider Route D for transmission line
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Last month, we shared the concerns residents have about a proposed PacifiCorp transmission line. The electric company’s 180-mile…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters holds grand opening for new Bend campus
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon has a new place to call home. The nonprofit organization has moved into the new J Bar…
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KPOV High Desert Community Radio marks 20 years, receives $35,000 grant for studio, equipment upgrades
(Update: adding video, comments from KPOV) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – KPOV 88.9 FM, High Desert Community Radio, celebrating its 20th anniversary, is…
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Free camping, day-use parking and activities on State Parks Day, coming up on Saturday, June 7
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Every year, Oregon State Parks begins the busier season with a small thank you to its visitors — free camping and day-use…
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High school students explore health care careers at COCC Expo
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – High school students got a look at career paths in healthcare at COCC’s Health Careers Expo. Students rotated through four…
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Sundance Meadows Ranch hosts ‘Antique and Artisan Market’ to showcase local vendors
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Antique and Artisan Market is being held at Sundance Meadows Ranch in southeast Bend. Local artists, antique vendors, and…
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