Hawkins named interim principal at Silver Rail Elementary
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook announced Tuesday that Lava Ridge Elementary School Assistant Principal Lybe…
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C.O., Oregon, US gas prices are falling, but not enough to lure drivers to fill up, AAA reports
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Pump prices continue to fall in the heart of the summer driving season. But the lower pump prices are not enticing drivers…
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Bend Police expanding use of new text system to improve communication with callers, public
The Bend Police Department announced Monday it is expanding the use of a texting communication tool with the public that it launched in the spring…
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Three suspects, car sought in brazen theft of $20K worth of high-end sunglasses from Bend store
Bend police released security photos and sought the public’s help Sunday in finding three suspects in the theft of an estimated $20,000 worth of…
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Bend shelter resident arrested, jailed in stabbing of fellow resident; non-life-threatening injuries
A 51-year-old resident of Bend’s emergency shelter on Northeast Second Street was arrested and jailed Saturday night on assault and other charges,…
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Last day of Flashback Cruz classic car show brings out hundreds of car lovers
Saturday was the third and final day of Bend’s big classic car show, the Flashback Cruz. Hundreds came out to soak in the sun and check out a variety…
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Save the Brave’s ‘Veteran Wellness and Adventure Week’ will connect vets to C.O. outdoor therapeutic activities
A Veteran Wellness and Adventure Week is a five-day outdoor adventure planned next month in Central Oregon that will include “rafting, mountain…
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State funds 19 new affordable owner-occupied homes in SE Bend, start of 95-unit development
Oregon’s Housing Stability Council awarded Woodhaven Community Housing more than $1.9 million on Friday as part of their 2022 LIFT Homeownership…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of August 8-14
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of August 8-14. SE Third Street between Brosterhous Road…
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Oktoberfest returns to downtown Bend, teams up with First Interstate Fall FEst
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Â Oktoberfest is back! The Downtown Bend Business Association is joining forces with Lay It Out Events to provide a larger,…
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USFS issues decision on 6-mile paved path from Knott Road in Bend to Lava Lands Visitor Center
The Deschutes National Forest said this week it has issued its environmental assessment and draft decision notice for a final objection period for a…
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Bend North Little League makes history, hosting Junior League West Regional baseball tournament
Bend North Little League may be making waves in the West Coast baseball regional scene, but if you ask their players, they are still…
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Big, new firefighting bucket being tested in Bend
New wildfire-fighting equipment is being tested in Bend. Kawak Aviation is developing a new high-tech helicopter bucket. Their Cascade bucket will be…
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‘Your superhero cape awaits!’: Bend-La Pine Schools holding fun job hiring events in search for new heroes
Bend-La Pine Schools is hiring for dozens of support staff positions, including custodians and part-time Nutrition Services staff members and many…
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Oregon DHS says 2 girls, 13 months and 7 weeks, who disappeared from Bend have been found
Two young girls who disappeared from Bend with their mother and father and who state officials said could be at risk were found Thursday, nearly a…
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Bend councilors begin working out specifics of unsanctioned camping rules; residential zones likely off-limits
At the Bend City Council’s last meeting, councilors chose a faster, hands-on approach to craft unsanctioned camping rules, wanting to play a more…
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SW Bend police standoff ends with surrender of woman accused of firing 15 shots at relative’s NE Bend home
A Bend woman allegedly fired about 15 gunshots at a relative’s unoccupied northeast Bend home early Wednesday morning, hitting it several times,…
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BPRD’s KIDS Inc. plans Hiring Week, aims to hire 30+ after-school child care staff
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the school year around the corner, the Bend Park and Recreation District is hosting a special KIDS Inc. Hiring Week for…
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City of Bend to clear road near St. Charles of parked vehicles, structures
While some streets in Bend have been cleared of campers, residents are noticing long term vehicles parked in other areas of town, including Mary Rose…
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Observant workers at Bend RV dealer spot 2 suspects in trailhead thefts, leading to fugitive’s arrest
Bend RV dealer employees spotted a man and woman sought by Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies in a recent rash of thefts from parked vehicles at…
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