Bend Archives

City of Bend looking into hydropower potential

September 7, 2022 9:19 pm KTVZ

The city of Bend is seeking proposals from consultants to study the feasibility of adding hydropower facilities to the existing water…

Bend city councilors reflect on Safeway tragedy, discuss vehicle aspect of unsanctioned camping codes

September 7, 2022 7:56 pm KTVZ

Bend residents have been feeling the effects of the recent shooting at the Eastside Safeway, so it was inevitable that it would come to the…

Young black bear seen in NE Bend, tranquilized by ODFW at city facility to be released in forest

September 7, 2022 10:51 am KTVZ News Partners

A young black bear that was spotted by citizens in northeast Bend Tuesday night and turned up at a city facility Wednesday was tranquilized by the…

Bend police arrest Calif. man in theft of 4 catalytic converters, seek victims to return devices

September 7, 2022 12:51 pm KTVZ News Partners

Bend police have arrested a California man in the recent theft of four catalytic converters and are asking the public for help in identifying the…

SW Bend church plans to join ‘safe parking’ program

September 6, 2022 8:29 pm KTVZ

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in southwest Bend says it is working with the REACH program to offer two ‘safe parking’ spaces to homeless families…

Learn to be a lifesaver: Bend Fire & Rescue again offering hands-only CPR, Stop the Bleed training

September 6, 2022 5:33 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After a pause due to COVID, Bend Fire & Rescue’s FREE hands-only CPR and Stop the Bleed courses are BACK! Classes will start…

Bend Police offer safety reminders as new school year begins

September 6, 2022 10:59 am KTVZ News Partners

It’s that time of year again – beginning Wednesday, Bend-La Pine Schools is back in session for the 2022-23 school year! The Bend Police…

Bend Municipal Airport plans two closures starting Wednesday for runway repairs, sign upgrades

September 6, 2022 10:50 am KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Municipal Airport is preparing to repave its runways in September to extend the useful life of the pavement, leading to…

Bend Krav Maga instructor offers free training to area teachers, school staff

September 4, 2022 11:38 am KTVZ

Hunter Allen is a Bend resident who believes it’s important for people to know how to defend…

‘Unhealthy’ smoke moves Springfield man’s 200-mile marathon, 2,000-pushup fundraiser indoors

September 2, 2022 2:55 pm KTVZ News Partners

Bethlehem Inn announces a unique and inspirational fundraiser in support of the Inn’s services for the region’s adults and children experiencing…

The Little Woody Festival is back for Central Oregonians to enjoy beer, whiskey and ciders

September 3, 2022 11:55 am KTVZ

The Little Woody Barrel-Aged Beer, Cider & Whiskey Festival is back for Central Oregonians to enjoy whiskey, ciders and of course some beers.…

St. Vincent’s Place, Bend homeless village, expects to open soon after months of delays

September 2, 2022 10:20 pm KTVZ News Partners

The 10-unit homeless village, St. Vincent’s Place, being built behind St. Vincent De Paul in Bend is expecting to be ready for residents to move in…

City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of Sept. 5-11

September 2, 2022 10:13 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of Sept. 5-11. Brosterhous Road at the BNSF railroad…

City of Bend set to celebrate Welcoming Week Sept. 9-18

September 2, 2022 9:08 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The City of Bend invites the community to join Welcoming Week, September 9-18. Each year, the city joins and supports numerous…

First ‘Stand Down & Resource Fair’ since 2019 offers C.O. veterans and others support

September 2, 2022 10:27 am KTVZ

Area veterans, homeless and low-income residents were offered help and support Friday during a Stand Down & Resource Fair, held at the Bend Elks…

Federal investigators issue first report on Idaho plane crash that killed Bend firefighter, twin brother

September 2, 2022 4:49 pm Barney Lerten

Federal investigators’ initial report sheds some new light on an August 15 small plane crash that killed a Bend firefighter and his twin brother just…

Governor Brown visits Bend, meets with Safeway shooting first responders, praises community’s response

September 2, 2022 11:57 am KTVZ

Five days have passed since a gunman opened fire at the Bend Eastside Safeway, killing two men then himself, shaking our small Central Oregon…

‘Walking School Bus’ routes offered for students at Bear Creek, Ponderosa elementary schools

September 2, 2022 8:31 am KTVZ News Partners

School is back in session next week, and it’s a great time to start thinking about the school commute! Families and students at Bear Creek Elementary…