OSU-Cascades continues community tours through 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades will continue offering its popular community tour program throughout 2026, responding to…
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APPLY NOW: Oregon at-large seat on Pacific Fishery Management Council
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is accepting nominations for a seat on the Pacific Fishery Management…
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Hoodoo hosting New Year’s Eve bash before closing again
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area will host its annual New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31, then close until more snow falls. The Easy…
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$75K stovetop fire displaces Bend family and their pets from duplex
Bend Fire and Rescue says smoke alarms prevented the home from becoming a total loss. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend family and their pets were…
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Madras DMV closed today due to staffing shortage
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (DMV) office in Madras is closed today due to staffing issues, the agency…
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Hayden Homes Amphitheater diverts more than 93% of waste from landfills in 2025 season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Hayden Homes Amphitheater has been recognized by Live Nation as the top outdoor venue in the United States for…
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Parking closures expected as Shevlin Park begins 62-acre pile burning project
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 62-acre pile burning project will begin in the northern area of Shevlin Park on Monday, Jan. 5. The parking area along…
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Oregon rural health gets $197M, but faces an annual Trump policy scorecard
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new $197.3 million federal award will help Oregon revamp health care in rural communities, but the state must navigate an…
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Major Redmond road closure ahead – here’s what drivers need to know before next week
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond will close SW Lake Road near the intersection of Veterans Way from January 5 through January 7, 2026.…
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Mt. Bachelor to open Alpenglow today, conditions permitting
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor announced it plans to start spinning Alpenglow today, December 29th. Here’s a look at the resort’s snow stake from…
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THUMP X BACKPORCH: Two big Central Oregon coffee names announce merger
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thump Coffee and Backporch Coffee Roasters will soon join forces. The companies announced they will merge in 2026. Thump says…
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Happy Trails Horse Rescue earns global recognition
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –Happy Trails Horse Rescue in Bend has earned global recognition for its work helping horses in need.The Global Federation of…
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Hollywood hit “Prince of Egypt” comes to the stage
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The iconic “Prince of Egypt” is coming to Central Oregon just in time for the new year. The beloved movie is hitting the stage…
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Festive fun: plenty of events at Mt. Bachelor to keep you busy between Christmas and New Year’s Day
There are some fun, festive events happening on Mt. Bachelor to keep you and the whole family busy between Christmas and New Year’s Day! From cookie…
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Making a Difference: Healing Reins reflects on 2025, looks ahead to an exciting 2026
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — For this month’s ‘Making a Difference’, we’re spotlighting Healing Reins, where lives are transformed through the power of…
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UPDATE: Pilot identified in Lake County Plane Crash, Dog Aboard Makes It Out Alive
SILVER LAKE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The pilot of a small plane crash near Silver Lake on Tuesday morning has been identified as 66-year-old, Jeffry Scott…
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Dylan on The Ducks: Orange Bowl Jerseys revealed
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Ducks gave their fans an early Christmas present. As with every week they play, the Ducks are always dressed to the nines…
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Chinese Food on Christmas Eve
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —  Getting Chinese food on Christmas Eve might be a tradition for your family. Down at Chan’s in Bend, they’re bracing for…
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Central Oregon packed with last minute shoppers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Â Â Â Â Across Central Oregon, stores were packed with last minute shoppers. One of the business places in Bend is Leapin…
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Garage fire in Bend caused by EV Car
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire and Rescue were called to a house on Terra Meadow Drive just before 2pm for a garage fire. The fire was traced back to…
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