BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day, recognizing the cultures, histories and contributions of Native American and tribal communities. Here in Central Oregon, it’s a chance to honor Indigenous students, families and community members, along with generations of people who have cared for the land we call home. The day also encourages people to learn
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today is National Farmer Day, a time to recognize the farmers and agricultural families who help keep Central Oregon running. Crook County is celebrating the hard work of local farmers who help feed our communities, support local businesses, and strengthen the local economy. The county is also thanking agricultural families who
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, Oregon emergency officials are testing the state’s ability to recover from a major volcanic eruption. The Oregon Department of Emergency Management is holding a statewide exercise this week. running through Friday. The exercise, called “Getting Through Larhar’d Times,” brings together state agencies, counties, tribes, and community partners. Participants are
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fox & Fern Coffee, located on SW Century Drive on the west side of Bend, permanently closed Sunday, October 11th, 2026. The cafe had operated at the location since May 2025. It originally opened in the space previously occupied by Kevista Coffee, which closed after accumulating more than $27,000 in state
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon School Activities Association Delegate Assembly voted today to approve girls flag football as an officially sanctioned activity. The decision makes Oregon the 25th state in the nation to sanction girls flag football. The sport will begin its inaugural season as a sanctioned activity in Spring 2027 following two years
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 32-year-old Warm Springs man was arrested Saturday night after a 44-year-old Redmond man was punched unconscious outside a concert in Bend. Bend Police arrested Hamley Wilson Sam Smith near the Midtown Ballroom on NW Greenwood Avenue on suspicion of third-degree assault, first-degree disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. Bend Fire medics
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for a creative way to spend time with family and friends Happening next, a new paint-your-own pottery business is coming to Bend! CeramiCafe, which started in Clackamas back in 2002, is expanding to Central Oregon. The business made the announcement on social media, saying plans are in the
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire & Rescue will host an open house this Saturday, Oct. 17, in celebration of Fire Prevention Month. The free event will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the North Fire Station, located at 63377 NE Jamison St. in Bend. The event supports this year’s Fire Prevention Month
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County Middle School has completed construction on a new 4,000-square-foot wrestling room built through community fundraising and volunteer efforts. The facility will provide a dedicated practice space for middle school wrestlers in the district. The project was funded and built through contributions from the Crook County Mat Club, local businesses,
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OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry announced an investment of $10 million today for landscape resiliency projects across Douglas, Grant, Jackson and Josephine counties. The grant funding will target more than 6,400 acres to reduce hazardous fuels, restore fire-adapted ecosystems and protect local communities from catastrophic wildfires. The state investment comes after wildfires
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools will host a free Financial Aid Information Night on November 18th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Caldera High School. The event is designed to assist families in navigating options for financing postsecondary education and career training. While the presentation is geared primarily toward high school seniors
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Ducks football fans will have a new way to support mental health awareness at home games this season. Central Oregon’s Wild Ride Brewing is bringing Kiefer Magic Peach Hazy IPA to the grab-and-go section of the Moshofsky Center for the team’s final three regular season home games of 2026. The
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CNN By Christopher Lamb, Antonia Mortensen, CNN (CNN) — Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule that was discovered during recent health checks. The 71-year-old pope made the announcement to those gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the Angelus prayer on Sunday. The Vatican said he will be
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By: Alexandra Marquez, Megan Shannon and Maggie McCabe President Donald Trump said Saturday that he hasn’t yet made a final decision on whether to livestream the execution of former Army Maj. Nidal Hasan, who in 2009 killed 13 people at Fort Hood in Texas. “There are two thoughts: don’t show it and show it. Cause
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has learned a La Pine High School employee has resigned after inadvertently bringing a gun to campus.According to a spokesperson for the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, the employee reported the incident and resigned from their position.Here is the letter that was provided to parents: KTVZ News has reached
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Update: In an update posted to Go-Fund-Me today, Gabe Coler is now off a ventilator and able to walk and talk again. The post says he will be able to return home in next couple of days, depending on his recovery. The fundraiser has raised more than $52,000 to support his recovery at the time
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fred Meyer is holding a pet food drive called “HOWL-O-WEEN” at its retail locations this month to support local animal shelters. Donation drop boxes have been set up near store entrances through the end of October. Donations collected during the drive will remain in the local community. Supplies gathered at the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sean O’Gorman, a broker with John L. Scott Central Oregon, presented a $10,000 donation to the Crag Rats search and rescue organization in memory of his late colleague, Matt Aldridge. The presentation took place Sept. 19 at Smith Rock State Park in Terrebonne, Ore. The funds originated from real estate transactions
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is offering a free six-week pet bereavement support group beginning Oct. 17 in Bend, Ore. The program aims to provide a confidential space for individuals processing the loss of a pet. The peer support group is designed to help participants share their experiences, navigate grief
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Pet Pals segment features Walnut, an adorable kitten looking for a loving forever home through the Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO). Walnut and a littermate were found underneath the deck of one of HSCO’s foster homes. “Walnut is actually, I want to say one of the smartest kittens
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