Mt. Bachelor officially opens, kicking off long-awaited ski season in Central Oregon
After weeks of waiting, the lifts at Mt. Bachelor are finally spinning again.
The popular Central Oregon resort officially opened Tuesday morning,…
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Step into 2026: Free First Day hikes offered Jan. 1 at 25 state parks; here’s info on the four local outings
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Whether you prefer a moderate hike through a desert landscape or a paved wooded trail inside city limits, Oregon State Parks…
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Deschutes National Forest advances plans for a 10-foot-wide paved path between Bend and Lava Lands Visitor Center
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest said Thursday that it has chosen a preferred alternative for ia nearly…
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Bend Park and Recreation District invites the community to fill out a quick online ‘perception survey’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bend Park and Recreation District is seeking input from community members willing to fill out an online survey. A…
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Delisting debate: Trump administration pushes to remove gray wolves from Endangered Species Act protections
Move brought outrage from conservation groups, while drawing praise from ranchers and Republicans VALLEY FALLS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Trump…
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Records fall, but not snow: Warm weeks stall start of Central Oregon’s ski season; feds declare ‘snow drought’
Record-high temperatures are keeping Mt. Bachelor from opening as planned, leaving the slopes bare well into December and raising questions about…
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Deschutes National Forest will allow Class 1, pedal-assist e-bikes on over 160 miles of mountain bike trails
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest has finalized its plan to allow Class 1, pedal-assist e-bikes on most than 160 miles of mountain…
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Meteorologist Shannon Brady gives insight into where all the mountain snow is this year
It has been nearly a week after the expected opening day and Mt. Bachelor and this year is off to a slow start. The current base depth reads at just…
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BLM extends guide permit application period for Lower Deschutes and Lower Crooked Wild and Scenic Rivers
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management is extending the deadline to apply for new special recreation permits for guiding…
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Oregon’s wolves surge to historic high, but sparks new farm frustration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s wolf population is on the rise, reaching its highest numbers in years and fueling hope for species recovery among…
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Oregon sees surge in wolf attacks on livestock in Eastern Oregon
(Update: Adding video) MORROW COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon wildlife officials have confirmed a new series of wolf attacks on livestock in Eastern…
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Deschutes County Search and Rescue Recruiting Volunteers—Here’s What It Takes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Do you have what it takes to save someone’s life? Deschutes County Search and Rescue is looking for 25 new volunteers to join…
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Sisters invites community to ribbon-cutting celebration for new Gateway Park and Mobility Hub
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Sisters is inviting the community to a ribbon-cutting celebration for the new Sisters Gateway Park and Mobility…
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Winning artwork selected for ODFW’s annual Stamp Art Contests
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The winning artwork has been selected for the 2026 Oregon Waterfowl, Upland Game Bird, and Habitat Conservation Stamp Art…
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Oregon State Parks face budget shortfall, plan fee and permit hikes to sustain operations, services
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As this year comes to a close, Oregon State Parks is looking back on 2025 and planning for the 2026 season, advising Wednesday…
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Bend Park and Rec District launching public survey to gather input and insight on how they’re doing
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — How satisfied are you with the services of Bend Park and Recreation District? Is the district utilizing…
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Deschutes County Road Department sets winter closure date for Cascade Lakes Highway, Paulina Lake Road
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Road Department, in partnership with the U. S. Forest Service, said Monday it will close Cascade Lakes…
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Central Oregon volunteers battle to protect fish amid reservoir refill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A major rescue effort took place on the Upper Deschutes River this month, as dozens of volunteers worked to save stranded fish…
Continue Reading Early Snow, Big Risks: Rescuers urge backcountry skiers to stay alert
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County rescuers are urging backcountry skiers and snowboarders to think twice before heading up Mount Bachelor, after…
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Bend Witches Paddle returns Friday to support MountainStar Relief Nursery
(Update: video added) BEND, Ore.(KTVZ) — The annual Bend Witches Paddle is set to return this Friday-Halloween! The Deschutes River will be filled…
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