BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Big Ski’s Pierogis at The Podski Food Cart Lot in Bend is permanently closing after a 12-year run. The food truck, which was was featured on The Food Network show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, will be closing at the end of the year. Owner Rich “Ski” Winiarski announced the closure via social media.
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OREGON (KTVZ) — State and federal agencies are making multiple financial and technical assistance programs available to support Oregon communities, small businesses and agricultural producers affected by ongoing drought conditions. Find the full press release here. The available programs offer funding for local water infrastructure, drought mitigation planning and economic recovery. The resources include low-interest
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Finley is heading into the fourth grade at Jewell Elementary but is enjoying her summer months. When it is sunny, she enjoys riding her bike and hanging out with her friends. Here favorite subjects are reading and writing, but math is going to help her with meteorology. Finley also is excited about the Perseid meteor
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local fire department is inviting residents to breakfast to raise money for volunteer firefighters. Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue is hosting the Firefighter Breakfast Fundraiser Sunday, September 6th. Breakfast runs from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at station 501 on SW Shad Road. There is no set cost for the
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority has announced a leadership change at Oregon State Hospital in Salem, ending Sean Murphy’s trial-service period as superintendent. Jim Diegel has been named interim superintendent effective immediately, returning to a role he previously held at the state psychiatric facility. In a statement, the Oregon Health Authority described
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 36-year-old Sisters man died Sunday afternoon following a three-vehicle crash on Highway 101 in Curry County. Oregon State Police identified the victim as Louis Henry Vowell III, who was pronounced dead at the scene near the Cape Ferrelo Viewpoint. A preliminary investigation by state police indicated Vowell was riding a
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Getting ready for kindergarten also means getting ready to ride the school bus. The Redmond School District is hosting kindergarten bus safety days to help young students learn how to ride safely before the school year begins. The hands-on event gives children a chance to practice crossing the street safely around a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — New investments from Oregon Housing and Community Services are creating nearly 300 affordable homes across the state. The Oregon Housing Stability Council recently approved funding for projects in Bend, Lincoln City, Phoenix, Roseburg, and Portland. Altogether, the investments will help create 293 affordable homes, including 222 rental units and 71 homes for purchase.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department is offering a reminder to stay sober behind the wheel, as it’s already arrested more than 240 people for DUII this year alone. It’s easy to avoid being a DUII statistic if you plan ahead. “The best thing we can do, is if we’re going to be out drinking, going to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s good news, and it comes from our friends at Think Wild! An adult female garter snake arrived at the wildlife hospital in early June. She was found outdoors barely moving with multiple puncture wounds, and other injuries consistent with a possible cat attack. After more than two months of treatment and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, progress continues on the Franklin Avenue project, but drivers should be prepared for another traffic closure beginning Monday, August 17th. The closure will affect Franklin Avenue between NE Third and NE Fourth streets. During the closure, traffic will be limited to one-way westbound travel only. There is also an
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District added a new fire engine and ambulance to its response fleet today. Community members were invited to attend a christening ceremony for the two new emergency vehicles. The event served as an expression of gratitude for emergency service funding. Celebrations began with a traditional wetting ceremony
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 20-year-old Kentucky man died Monday evening after falling approximately 177 feet from South Falls at Silver Falls State Park in Marion County.Authorities identified the victim as Zachary Nicholas Mertens of Burlington, Ky.Troopers with the Oregon State Police and deputies with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office responded to the park following
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(Update: adding Bend police comments, information about dog death) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With temperatures soaring, the Bend Police Department is reminding pet owners to leave their dogs at home when running errands. Police say they’ve responded to 20 calls about dogs left inside vehicles since the beginning of August, including one case in which
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gas prices in Bend remain above the national average, but drivers in Central Oregon could see some relief at the pump soon. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in Bend is $4.54 this week. That is 36 cents higher than the national average. Prices are
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is back for our weekly segment “Pet Pals.” They have a variety of other fun animals to consider adopting, including puppies. Lynne Ouchida introduced us to Skunk and Bean, a bonded guinea pig pair, for Friday’s Pet Pals segment.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council approved $350,000 in homebuyer assistance Thursday to support eight local households purchasing homes through Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity. The funding addresses a financial barrier for buyers who can afford monthly payments but cannot qualify for a mortgage large enough to cover the cost of a home in
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, if you plan to drive through Central Oregon, plan for continued delays. U.S. Highway 26 remains closed between Prineville and Mitchell as wildfire activity and heavy smoke continue to make travel unsafe. Transportation officials say crews are monitoring conditions around the clock, and will reopen the highway as soon as it’s
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OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire restrictions remain in effect on all BLM public lands in Oregon and Washington as wildfire activity continues. BLM urges anyone planning to recreate outdoors to check current fire restrictions, road closures, and air quality before heading out. Smoke and fire conditions can change rapidly. Anyone who starts a wildfire could face fines of up to $100,000, up
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families affected by the recent Central Oregon wildfires are being invited to enjoy a free day at the movies this weekend. The community event will take place Sunday (August 9th) at McMenamins Old St. Francis School in Bend, and is open to families impacted by the fires. Organizers say the day is meant
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