Big Ol’ Fish: Kelly with an awesome Mackinaw, and more
Check out this week’s fisherman. We saw a few Mackinaw but none as impressive as this 31 inch catch out of Lake Billy Chinook, awesome job Kelly. Be…
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Baker Diocese in Bend reacts as first American pope is selected to lead Catholic Church
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– While Catholics around the globe celebrate the new pope, KTVZ News discovered a unique connection between our area and Pope Leo…
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Indian Meadow Water Company increasing water bill for Sisters residents
SISTERS, Ore. –(KTVZ)– A water company in Sisters is adding an extra $100 a month to customers’ bills, and it’s not sitting well with some…
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Watch: Elk herd on the move near Black Butte
BLACK BUTTE RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Our thanks to Jane Lindquist for sharing this scene of several elk traveling through the Black Butte area on…
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Junior Forecaster: Rylan, an artist and forecaster
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Our Junior Forecaster is Rylan, who is in second grade at Pine Ridge Elementary. She enjoys riding her scooter on a sunny day…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Chomping at the bit for Spring weather
In this week’s Pet Pics Sweepstakes, this Aug dog bit off more than he can chew, as he prepares for Spring weather. Make sure you submit your…
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Caught on video: Madras Police seek tips to find whoever threw concrete block through financial institution’s window
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Madras Police released a security video Tuesday as they seek the public’s help in a vandalism investigation after someone…
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One Class at a Time: Central Oregon Junior Golf Association gets kids in the swing of fun
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When we’re young, the lessons that we learn in school can become the skills we use every day, and truly unique lessons often…
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Community Conversations: Bend-La Pine Education Foundation is all about support – and you can help, too
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend-La Pine Education Foundation is making a difference in local classrooms, and you can help make it happen for students,…
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Springtime scene along the Deschutes: Bald eagle busy caring for baby eaglets
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ viewer Terri Timberman says she was hiking along the Deschutes River near Odin Falls when she spotted a springtime sight of…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, May 5th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, May 5th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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BOOOM!!! Lightning strikes during a delay of Bend High softball game
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several games across the High Desert were affected by stormy weather Friday evening, but none felt the impact more dramatically…
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Pet Pals: JuJu Juliet wants to meet you
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week on Pet Pals, our friend Lynne from the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought Juliet — or JuJu, for those lucky…
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Precious Byrd benefit concert for Redmond High Sparrow Club
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Saturday at General Duffy’s in Redmond, Precious Byrd is putting on a benefit concert. The well-known local band…
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Central Oregonians talk about their allergy woes as severe season ramps up
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Allergy season is typically rough on the High Desert, but this year seems especially brutal for residents. We spoke with…
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Plow crews hard at work in more than 8 feet of snow to clear Cascade Lakes Highway before Memorial Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — While Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road remain closed, snow removal efforts are well underway, Deschutes County Road…
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Save the Date: Paranormal Cirque and more!
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from Paranormal Cirque to the…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, May 2nd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, May 2nd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Furry Friends: Rambunctious Chief needs a home!
Redmond, OR (KTVZ) — This week’s  Furry Friend is Chief! He’s a one year old German Shepherd. This rambunctious pup is full of energy, love, and…
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Out and About: Nothing like a day on the river in Central Oregon
Another great week of photos sent in by you, our viewers, for our Out and About segment. We had some familiar names but the scenery never gets old.…
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