Bend family moves into first home thanks to a local nonprofit
Bend Family Moves Into First Home With Help From Nonprofit Bend, Ore. — After years of struggle, Laura Elder and her daughters are celebrating a…
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Shifting Seasons, The Newberry Project, exploring Enhanced Geothermal Energy
Geothermal energy has been explored for several years as a source of clean energy. But the problem is, you have to be in a location that can provide…
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Save the Date: Free country dance lessons and a reggae music festival are happening this weekend in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from the…
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Furry Friends: Watson the orange talkative tabby is excited to find his forever home!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Watson, an 8-year-old orange tabby cat who is quite the talker! Watson is very playful but also…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, August 29th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 29th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Linda reels in a coho salmon from Alaska, and more
In this week’s Big Ol’ Fish, Linda happily shows off her massive coho salmon, which she caught in Juneau, Alaska. But that’s not all – tune in for…
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Out and About: A beautiful aurora stars in Central Oregon’s night sky
Another week of gorgeous photos for Out and About, featuring a beautiful green and purple aurora being mirrored by the water below it. Plus some…
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Geoff Hinds is leaving after 6 years as the Director of the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center
He thanked the Central Oregon community and told KTVZ News he is moving to Wyoming to join the leadership team for the Cheyenne Frontier Days – the…
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Back to School: Bend La Pine Schools using technology as tool in curriculum
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With technology quickly advancing, schools are having to adjust, adapt, and evolve to the digital world by implementing…
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Oregon Health Authority issues recreational use advisory at Ochoco Lake due to potent toxins
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has issued a recreational use health advisory for Ochoco Lake in Crook County due…
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ESCAPE THE CROWDS: Oregon Department of Forestry recommends less-traveled state campgrounds for Labor Day Weekend
OREGON (KTVZ) — Labor Day Weekend is just a few days away and many are packing their bags for a weekend of camping. The Oregon Department of…
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Flat Fire affects multiple Deschutes Land Trust nature preserves
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Flat Fire has moved through fields, forests, and even residential areas, it also passed through several nature preserves…
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Show Us Your Garden, pollinators and sunflowers
This week we share with you three really special gardens. A garden with a breathtaking view of the sunsets each night, another with a towering…
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Deschutes County urges child vaccinations before school starts
(Update: Adding video) As the new school year approaches, Deschutes County reminds parents and guardians to check their children’s vaccine status to…
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Back School Sweepstakes: Central Oregon kids are returning to the classroom
Labor Day weekend is just a few days away, and many Central Oregon kids are returning to the classroom. Check out this week’s Back to School…
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Clear the Shelters: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Animal Rescue Ranch has friendly farm animals looking for forever homes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For the entire month of August, KTVZ and our local shelter and business partners once again teamed up to clear the shelters and…
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Back to School: Mental health resources available for students in need at Bend-La Pine schools
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Following the pandemic, there’s been a rise in the need for mental health resources–not just in schools, but everywhere. KTVZ…
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Kids make homemade signs showing support and thanks for the Firefighting efforts on the Flat Fire
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ)– Take a look at these photos sent in by one of our viewers at yesterday’s public meeting on the Flat Fire. Local kids found a…
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Pet Pics: Celebrating National Dog Day
In this week’s Pet Pics, viewers shared their favorite furry, and even four-hooved, friends in honor of National Dog Day. From playful pups and…
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Grants Pass woman takes 3rd in Miss Wheelchair America
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (KOBI) – A local woman has earned national recognition after placing third in the Miss Wheelchair America competition over the…
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