Timberline Resort is officially open for the season, according to a post on its social media. Most other resorts have not yet opened. While snow has been falling, base depths have not reached the levels needed to open. Snow will continue off and on in the mountains this week, so keep doing those snow dances!
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Happy Winter Solstice! The winter solstice marks the start of astronomical winter in the Northern Hemisphere. Today is the shortest day and longest night of the year, and from here, sunsets will slowly start getting later. Central Oregon will see additional rain showers this afternoon and evening. Some snow may mix in later tonight, but
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Happy Saturday! It was quiet start to the weekend with highs in the low to mid 40s. We did see some sunshine earlier, but more clouds are rolling in. Rain returns tomorrow, and a wintry mix could mix in with some of those showers. Highs will stay in the low to mid 40s, feeling very
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The first ever Deck the Walls Event took place on Saturday with hundreds of people in attendance. Outside of Bend Brewing Co. the skiing and snowboarding competition brought the community together and brought snow with them. The Snow the riders are riding on is fresh snow brought from Mount Bachelor. The
Continue Reading We’re tracking some mountain snow showers through the day on Sunday. Around 4-8 inches could accumulate and snow could be heavy at times. If you plan on traveling through the passes, make sure you and your car are ready to drive in winter conditions! And keep doing your snow dances. The resorts aren’t quite ready
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EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ)– With the excitement around the Ducks only growing as they start their journey to the National Championship. KTVZ Sports Director Dylan Anderman asked some fans, ahead of their first round game against James Madison, some trivia about the history of the program.
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Today will be a pleasant, sunny, and dry day with light winds and cool temperatures. The afternoon highs will be hovering around the low to middle 40s as we see the sun for the first time in a few days. Snow may arrive right before midnight, so a few clouds will move in late in
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(Adding video and quotes from ODOT PIO Kacey Davey and State Rep. Emerson Levy) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When legislators met for a special session earlier this year, they thought it would be the end of ODOT funding discussions. On Thursday, the governor’s office told KTVZ News it is pausing the plan the legislators passed
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A unique winter sports event is taking shape in the heart of Bend, bringing mountain action to the city’s downtown core. Workers are constructing a wall ride ramp in the backyard of Bend Brewing Company, just feet from Drake Park, for the “Deck the Walls” snow competition. The event is scheduled for
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(Update: added video including interview with founder) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A popular early-season snowboard event in Bend is on hold this year due to a lack of snow at Mount Bachelor, but organizers say the heart of the Dirksen Derby, community, fundraising and connection, is still very much alive. The Dirksen Derby, founded in
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Earl and Bun Bun are looking for their forever home! These sweet, bonded guinea pigs are about 3 years old. They are full of personality and adorable squeaks!
Continue Reading Bend, Ore (KTVZ)– The persistent rainfall has come to an end as the Atmospheric River shifts to the south today. There is still some mountain snow that is expected over the next 18 hours or so causing some travel issues to the tonight and early Saturday. The Flood Watch that was issued earlier has been
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Festival of Trees set a new record this year, raising more than $223,000 for ClearPath Healthcare, formerly known as Hospice of Redmond. Organizers announced the organization’s name change during the annual gala. ClearPath Healthcare said the money will help ensure patients without insurance can still receive hospice care and provide
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MOLALLA, Ore. (KTVZ) — A man and his five children were rescued from the surging Molalla River on Friday, an operation that was caught on video. One by one, they were removed from the vehicle and pulled to safety on a raft, KATU reported. No major injuries were reported
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A powerful storm that has prompted evacuations in Western Oregon also brought 1-2 inches of rain around Central Oregon overnight and sent some creeks and rivers surging close to or over their banks. The flooding threat in Central Oregon eased Friday as a flood watch was allowed to expire, but much
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By Zachary Cohen, Haley Britzky, CNN (CNN) — The US struck multiple targets in Syria on Friday that the US military tied to ISIS as retaliation for the recent attack that killed two American service members there, according to two US officials. “I am hereby announcing that the United States is inflicting very serious retaliation,
Continue Reading PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Storm impacts continue to affect roads across Oregon, and travel is expected to remain challenging heading into the weekend, the Oregon Department of Transportation said Friday. Flooding, downed trees, debris, landslides and mountain snow are all contributing to difficult and sometimes unpredictable conditions, with more rain and snow in the forecast.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend and Housing Works said Friday they have partnered to replace more than 100 high-volume toilets at Summit Park Apartments with high-efficiency models, aiming to save water and reduce utility bills. The retrofit is expected to save Housing Works approximately $10,600 annually, or $105 per toilet. The outdated
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Capture the magic of the season! Join KTVZ and Advanced Northwest Welding for our Sweet Santa Photo Contest and share your best Santa snapshots for a chance to receive a $150 VISA Gift Card from Advanced Northwest Welding. Your photo could also be featured on KTVZ News at Sunrise! Snap a pic, share the cheer,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Dusty, a 1 1/2 year old mixed breed with a very playful spirit. Dusty came into the shelter as a stray but loves meeting new people and playing with his toys! “We do know that he’s mixed with goofiness and love and happiness. He’s done really
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