Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Democracy is a word often heard during election season, but what does it actually mean to the people who live and work in Central Oregon?As elections bring conversations about leadership, representation and the future of communities into focus, KTVZ is taking a closer look at what democracy means beyond the ballot
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Central, Ore. (KTVZ) — With daylight saving time ending over the weekend, Central Oregon families and drivers are adjusting to earlier sunsets, bringing renewed attention to safety around school buses and bus stops. Clocks moved back one hour Sunday morning, providing more daylight in the morning but bringing darkness earlier in the evening. In Bend,
Continue Reading Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — With Election Day just days away, new ballot-return data is offering a closer look at who’s participating in the 2026 general election across Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties. A voter prepares to return a ballot at an official Oregon ballot drop box ahead of the November 3 general election. (KTVZ) According
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Municipal Airport celebrated a major milestone Thursday with the grand opening of its new air traffic control tower. The new Bend Municipal Airport air traffic control tower features communications and monitoring equipment to support airport operations. (KTVZ) The City of Bend held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday morning, Oct. 29, followed
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Central, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians will gain an extra hour this weekend as daylight saving time comes to an end.Clocks will fall back one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, November 1, marking the return to standard time.While the change gives people an extra hour overnight, it also means earlier sunrises and sunsets, bringing less
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CENTRAL OREGON — (KTVZ) With Election Day just one week away, ballot returns in Central Oregon are running ahead of the pace recorded during the 2022 midterm election.An early look at Oregon Secretary of State data shows more ballots have been returned in Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties compared with the same point in the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With Election Day just over a week away, more than 40,000 ballots have already been returned in Deschutes County.County Clerk Steve Dennison says voter turnout has surpassed 20% as election workers continue processing ballots ahead of the November 3 general election. Returned ballots are organized for processing at the Deschutes County
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Employment Department is observing National Disability Employment Awareness Month this October by highlighting the workforce contributions of individuals with disabilities. This year’s theme for the awareness month is “Celebrating Value and Talent.” WorkSource Oregon, a statewide partnership that includes the department’s Workforce Operations division, operates 37 centers across the
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Central Oregon — Communities across Central Oregon are marking 25 years since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with memorials and displays honoring the lives lost.In Prineville, a 9/11 memorial display is set up at Town Plaza and on the Crook County Courthouse lawn along Third Street. Organizers say the display will remain open to
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new sweet spot is coming to downtown Redmond this fall. Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is preparing to open a location near Southwest Fifth and Forest Avenue, according to a sign posted inside the building. The shop will be situated near General Duffy’s Waterhole, expanding the brand’s Central Oregon presence beyond
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A new community hub is taking shape in Redmond, bringing recreation and community resources together under one roof. Lance is reaching out to Redmond Area Park and Recreation District today for a look inside, what the new facility will offer and the latest timeline for opening. More tonight at 6PM on KTVZ News.
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CENTRAL OREGON — From early heat and limited water to fields still producing strawberries and pumpkins, harvest season is telling a different story from one Central Oregon farm to the next.At Sakari Farms, farm manager Sam Schreiner said this growing season has been tougher than most. Heat arrived early and persisted, while water availability remained
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A rainy afternoon changed plans around Central Oregon Wednesday, but for some people at Bend’s Old Mill District, the cooler weather was a welcome change after a hot and smoky stretch of summer.Visitors were still out shopping and enjoying the area despite the rain.One Old Mill visitor, Emily Holland, said the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The local candidate field is set, and preparations are underway in Deschutes County for the November general election.Deschutes County Clerk Steve Dennison says the slate of local candidates was finalized Tuesday afternoon, marking another step in the process of preparing ballots for voters this fall.“Everything as of Tuesday afternoon at 5
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BEND, Ore. — A major expansion of the Deschutes County Courthouse in downtown Bend is nearing completion, adding courtroom space and security improvements as the county’s justice system works to keep pace with a growing Central Oregon.The $46.8 million project includes a new three-story, 50,933-square-foot addition to the existing courthouse. The expansion includes two sets
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BEND, Ore. — A Pacific Northwest pet retailer is calling on customers across the region to help pets and families affected by recent fires in Spokane-area communities.Mud Bay is collecting donated pet food and supplies at its stores through Aug. 30, giving Central Oregonians and other customers a way to contribute directly to the relief
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BEND, Ore. — Furnishings from the former Shilo Inn in Bend are getting a second life as a community effort helps move donated items from the former hotel to benefit Central Oregonians in need.Local nonprofit Furnish Hope is receiving furnishings from the property, including mattresses, accent chairs, kitchen tables, pillows, microwaves and patio furniture.Volunteers are
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Wildfires, smoke and closures have disrupted outdoor recreation across Oregon this summer, changing plans for families, hikers and visitors.As crews continue making progress on fires across the region, access to some recreation areas is beginning to change. But even while fire season continues, many Central Oregon parks and outdoor destinations remain open for people looking
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Saturday is a Local Alert Weather Day across Central Oregon as gusty winds, low humidity and several active wildfires combine to create critical fire weather conditions.A Red Flag Warning remains in effect through 11 p.m. Saturday for portions of Central Oregon. The National Weather Service has identified today’s fire weather setup as a Particularly Dangerous
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members rolled up their sleeves Friday to honor the life and legacy of Redmond firefighter-paramedic Michael Kienzle by donating blood during a special American Red Cross blood drive.The event brought together family, friends, fellow firefighters, first responders and community members to continue Kienzle’s lifelong commitment to helping others. Organizers said
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