Anyone traveling across the Cascades today will need to be aware that there may be some slick roads as wintry weather has returned to the mountains. The better chance for snow is north of the Central Oregon Cascades; Government Camp may see a few inches accumulate while Willamette Pass will see wet snow. This activity
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For Friday evening’s Pet Pals segment, the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought by Elsa, a two month old Domestic Shorthair/Mix. She’s described as a very lovely girl, who enjoys getting pets. Elsa is in need of a forever home. Could she be your new family member?
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(Update: adding comments from CEO, volunteer, and future homeowner) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than 100 volunteers spent the week building homes and building community during Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity’s 2026 Women Build Week at the Timber Cottages development in Redmond. The week-long initiative focused on empowering women through affordable homeownership and hands-on construction experience,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Summer Kickin’ Concert Series begins May 22 at General Duffy’s in Redmond. The series, which focuses on families, will feature Jacquie Roar as the headliner for its inaugural event. General Duffy’s Waterhole is putting extra effort into making the annual music series affordable and accessible for families with children in Central
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Update: Adding comments from Life Flight BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After 40 years and deep roots in Bend, a homegrown medical transport program founded by St. Charles is losing its longtime partnership with the very health system that created it, marking a significant shift in how patients will be moved across Central Oregon. A New
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CENTRAL OREGON, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thistle & Nest is offering $7.44 million in down payment assistance and an innovative land trust model to residents in Central Oregon. The program aims to help the local workforce transition from renting to owning by addressing financial barriers to homeownership. Opportunities are available in Bend, Madras and Prineville, providing
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — NAMI Central Oregon will host its Community Mental Health Awareness Walk on Sunday at 9 a.m. PT. The event will take place at Pioneer Park, located at 1525 NW Wall St in Bend. This 2-mile, wheelchair-accessible walk aims to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and support community mental health awareness.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend has published its 2025 Water Quality and Consumer Confidence Report, offering customers a clear and comprehensive look at the quality, safety and sources of their drinking water. City of Bend water met or exceeded all federal and state drinking water standards in 2025. The annual report outlines
Continue Reading Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Clouds are going to increase as the we move through the night with a pocket of cooler air arriving as well. There is a good chance for a wintry mix of rain and snow overnight and early Saturday morning above 5000 feet. A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 65-year-old Prineville man, Rocky Lee Klein, was arrested Tuesday, May 12, 2026, on SE Juniper Canyon Road on suspicion of selling methamphetamine. He faces charges of unlawful delivery and possession of methamphetamine and driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII). The arrest followed a short-term investigation by the Central Oregon
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, a unique event is coming to Bend on Tuesday, May 19th: ‘The Butcher & The Brewer’. Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Hawkeye and Huckleberry Lounge, as two local powerhouses collaborate on a multi-course experience. Join Chef Carlos Anthony at Hawkeye and Huckleberry and UPP Liquids for a beer dinner, celebrating
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Zoo says it successfully released 22 northwestern pond turtles back into the Columbia River Gorge after a year-long head start program, and it’s “time to shell-a-brate”. The endangered reptiles were collected as hatchlings last spring, and reared in the zoo’s conservation lab, where they grew quickly with the help of heat
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the free Children’s Fish Fair in Redmond to the ‘Crush Cancer’ fundraiser in Terrebonne. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re tracking a cooling trend heading into the weekend along with precipitation chances mainly through the Cascades. Expect increasing clouds Friday as a trough of low pressure drops south into the Pacific Northwest. Afternoon highs will reach the mid 60s with winds gusting 20–25 mph at times. Showers return to the
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Meet Daisy! She may be a little shy at first, but once she warms up, she is ready to give you all of her love! Some of her favorite activities include cuddling on the couch, playing fetch, and getting belly rubs. If Daisy sounds like your perfect match, head to BrightSide Animal Center to meet
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Dr. Christine Pollard will serve as the interim chancellor and dean of OSU-Cascades, with her appointment beginning Saturday. This leadership change follows the removal of the previous chancellor and dean, Sherman Bloomer, who was removed pending an investigation. Bloomer’s removal is connected to accusations of alleged sexual misconduct involving students, a story exclusively reported by
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Four anglers recently reeled in significant catches, which were highlighted on the “Big Ol’ Fish” segment of a local television program. Elias Silas caught his first rainbow trout at North Twin Lake, while Abel Calderon landed a 33-inch salmon on the Columbia River. Tony Conte also caught a coho on the fly in Alaska and
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Jefferson County, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new wildfire, dubbed the Seagull fire, has ignited in Jefferson County near Warm Springs, and is currently listed as a one-acre blaze according to the National Interagency Fire Center. They report it started at 4:16 PM. As the fire situation evolves, KTVZ will continue to provide the latest updates
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Department of Public Works recently hosted an open house, inviting the public to tour its new combined campus located on Talus Place in North Bend. The event allowed residents to explore the facility and learn about the department’s operations. The open house highlighted the city’s investment in a centralized
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — What started in a garage in Eugene in 1999 with a salon owner, a chemist, and a dream has grown into a global company shipping products around the world — all while keeping every step of the process rooted in Central Oregon. Founded by husband-and-wife team Jim and Lezlie McConnell, Light
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