Bend Parks and Recreation seeks volunteers for lifeguard and swim instructor programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Parks and Recreation is seeking teen and adult volunteers for its lifeguard and Swim-Aid programs at its swimming pools…
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Volunteers restore old Shevlin Park trail, reconnecting Tumalo Creek to picnic area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sixteen volunteers restored an old trail in Shevlin Park as part of Bend Park and Recreation’s Volunteer Days projects. The…
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UPDATE: Former Shilo Inn in Bend Sold, New Owner Plans Major Renovations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has confirmed that the former Shilo Inn in Bend has been sold. The new owner is expected to take possession of the…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, June 23rd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, June 23rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Bend-La Pine Schools health centers open throughout the summer for students
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools school-based health centers are offering access all summer long for students. Bend Senior High…
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Oregon gas prices continue to drop, still 79 cents higher than this time last year
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon drivers are getting some relief at the pump this week. According to GasBuddy, the average price of gasoline in Oregon…
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Player safety concerns force Oregon Lightning to forfeit season
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Lightning organization forfeited the remainder of its 2026 AF1 season on June 11, 2026, citing significant player…
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Ask the Mayor: Redmond’s Ed Fitch discusses speed enforcement, invites community to upcoming celebrations
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From speeding concerns to xeriscape landscaping rebates, Mayor Ed Fitch answers viewer-submitted questions for this month’s…
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Park Picks: Sawyer Park offers a quiet escape
Sawyer Park is one of Bend’s larger community parks, stretching along both sides of the Deschutes River. In this week’s Park Pick, Jillian…
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Burns Fire Department receives funding for summer staffing boost
BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Burns Fire Department has been awarded funding from the Oregon State Fire Marshal Staffing Grant for 2026. The agency says…
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Petition filed to increase transparency and control over data centers in La Pine
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — An initiative petition has been filed in La Pine, Ore., to establish noise and lighting standards for data centers operating…
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Sen. Wyden and Rep. Hoyle reintroduce bill to address US housing shortage and affordability
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Representative Val Hoyle (OR-4) reintroduced the Decent, Affordable, Safe Housing for All Act…
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Save the Date: Reggae Rise Up returns, Sisters Rodeo continues, and more events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the return of the Reggae Rise…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, June 12th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, June 12th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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‘It’s all worth it, in the end’ – Cadets Celebrate completion of the Oregon Youth Challenge
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 71st class of the Oregon Youth Challenge graduated today. The formal ceremony took place at the Riverhouse Convention Center…
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New Wrestling Room at Crook County Middle School to Improve Training for Athletes
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County School District is set to enhance its athletic facilities with the construction of a new wrestling room at…
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Drought emergency declared in Oregon counties, 17 of 36 now affected
Update: Adding video SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency for Douglas, Gilliam, Harney, Lake and Malheur…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, June 11th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, June 11th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Annual ceremony in Salem honors Oregon’s fallen firefighters
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A solemn tribute will take place next week in Salem as Oregon honors firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to questions about fireworks, e-bikes, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From concerns for the upcoming 4th of July fireworks show due to dry conditions to e-bike enforcement, KTVZ asked Bend Mayor…
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