REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — John Carroll talked live before Friday’s High Desert Stampede with steer wrestler Jesse Brown, the Baker native who is currently fourth in the world standings with “a lot of season left.” Brown told us he’s been competing since 2017 and how gathering some background info on the 500-pound steers’ track record
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — John Carroll talked live before Friday’s rodeo performance with Miss High Desert Stampede Gracie Thaut and Miss Columbia River Circuit Kaitlyn McKinsey about the sport of barrel racing.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, the 13th annual Gerry Lopez Big Wave Challenge is taking over the slopes at Mt. Bachelor—combining surf and snow in a unique way. But this year is a little different, as the community rallies behind a well-known individual who was recently faced with a difficult diagnosis. “I’ve been snowboarding
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With over 430 inches of snowfall this year, KTVZ News takes a look behind the scenes of how Mt. Bachelor maintains their trails for skiers and snowboarders.
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This week’s Furry Friend is Juno, a 2-year-old pocket pittie looking for her forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. Juno is working on her manners, but would be a good fit for a household that can give her lots of love and attention. ”She loves making friends, but she is still learning how
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a rodeo in Redmond to the annual Big Wave Challenge at Mt. Bachelor. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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In this week’s big ol’ fish, we look at four great catches from Central Oregonians. Including, one’s first EVER catch. Congrats, Charlie. If you have any catches you want to share with us, you can submit them through the share tab.
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In this week’s Out & About, we take a look at the snowy scenery of Spring, featuring some cute Central Oregon animals. If you have any beautiful photos you’d like to share with us, please submit them through the Share tab.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Live from the 2025 High Desert Stampede, KTVZ Anchor Lynsey Harris spoke with photographer Andrew Van Asselt about the fun he has shooting the events. Asked why he’s back for a second year, Van Asselt said the answer is simple — “the community.: “It has been so cool to see how
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — We’re back live Tuesday evening of the 2025 High Desert Stampede, and Lynsey Harris talked with barrel racer Laura Mote about her event, her preparation and how it’s a family affair she’s excited to be competing in. “It’s a really cool full-circle moment, you know,” she said. :I grew up coming
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Riley, who is a fourth-grade student at Juniper Elementary, was our Junior Forecaster this week. When she is in school, she enjoys math, but when she is not in school, she loves to run. Riley recently ran, and won, a 5K race that was held in Bend earlier this year. Her
Continue ReadingKTVZ News Anchor Lee Anderson had a chance to talk with Grace Thaut of Eugene, Miss High Desert Stampede 2025 on opening night of this year’s four-night rodeo, which is also KTVZ Family Night.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wednesday marks opening night of the High Desert Stampede at the Deschutes County Expo Center in Redmond, and that means Xtreme Bulls – and KTVZ Family Night, hitting the chute for four nights of exciting rodeo action! KTVZ News anchor Lee Anderson and sports reporter Dylan Anderman are bringing you live
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In this week’s Pet Pics Sweepstakes, we take a look at some adorable animals in Central Oregon, including pets enjoying the snow and the cutest corgi: Cooper. See many more photos and submit your own for possible airing at this page under our Contests tab: https://ktvz.com/pets/pet-pics-sweepstakes/
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, April 1st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Hayden Homes Amphitheater is preparing for one of the busiest times of the year: summer concert season. This year touts nearly 50 acts, from country to comedy. Old Mill District/Hayden Homes Amohitheater Marketing Director Beau Eastes told KTVZ News on Monday this year is bringing the most diverse lineup ever: “We’re excited
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EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — In a late-night negotiation between the University of Oregon and its faculty union, United Academics, a tentative agreement has been struck, averting a potential strike. United Academics, which includes over 1,800 university faculty, career instructors, researchers and librarians, was prepared to strike over key issues of receiving adequate salary. The deadline,
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BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Flooding in Harney County has prompted Governor Tina Kotek to declare an emergency for the area. Evacuation notices have been sent to residents there. According to the Harney County Sheriff’s Office, a number of evacuation level alerts have been sent for the city of Burns. Here are the affected areas: Level
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — While he may look a little grumpy, Cloud the indoor cat is sweet, gentle, and easy-going. He’s looking to be adopted right now at the Humane Society of Central Oregon. With the Humane Society dealing with a major influx of dogs, they need your help more than ever to make space.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Kids in Central Oregon will soon have the opportunity to pick out books to take home, thanks to SELCO Community Credit Union and the SMART Reading program’s second annual community book drive. You can drop off new or gently used books at any Selco Credit Union near you. There are a
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