Bend’s ‘Parkside Place’ aims to bring more affordable housing to Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) A new housing development aimed at improving affordability in Central Oregon is now underway. Hayden Homes held a ribbon-cutting…
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New Oregon airport federal funds include $3.45 million for Redmond terminal expansion, $300K for Prineville Airport
WASHINGTON (KTVZ – U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley as well as U.S. Reps. Val Hoyle, Andrea Salinas, Janelle Bynum and Maxine Dexter today…
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Pet Pals: This furry Easter bunny rabbit is named for a fizzy soda – and just as sweet
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynne Ouchida of the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought a special visitor Friday evening, marking Easter weekend with a…
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Furry Friends: Captain Patch is a true ranch dog!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Meet Captain Patch! This friendly pup loves exploring, running around the play yard, and enjoying plenty of belly rubs.…
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Mountain View Roadhouse opens in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mountain View Roadhouse has opened its doors in East Bend, taking over the former location of “The Phoenix.” The new restaurant…
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Governor Kotek appoints Bend’s Ellen Waterston to a second term as Oregon’s poet laureate
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has appointed Ellen Waterston of Bend to a second term as Oregon’s poet laureate, Oregon Humanities…
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Van Perry brings global leadership experience to Central Oregon nonprofit
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Van Perry has joined the Family Access Network Board of Directors, bringing more than 30 years of global leadership experience…
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Seed to Table Oregon offers affordable produce share with no income verification
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Seed to Table Oregon, a Sisters-based nonprofit, has opened sign-ups for its 2026 Produce Share program featuring a…
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Oregon cold case solved after more than 50 years
This article was written by Vince Ybarra with KPTV News PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) – A cold case has been solved in Oregon after a man went…
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Pet Pals: Kitten called Kiwi is ready for adoption
There’s a new furry face at the Humane Society of Central Oregon, and he’s ready to steal some hearts. Amber from the Humane Society joined us…
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Senate agrees to fund DHS, except ICE and CBP, in bid to end extreme airport delays
WASHINGTON (NBC) — The Senate agreed unanimously early Friday to fund the Department of Homeland Security, but without funding for immigration…
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Furry Friends: Beezus is the perfect mix of sweet and spice!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Meet Beezus! This 8 year old tortoiseshell cat has a sweet personality with a little bit of spice, just like many torties. She…
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City of Redmond issues call for artists for exhibit of paintings to honor America’s 250th birthday
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond’s Commission for Art in Public Places announced Thursday a call for Oregon artists…
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The Cowsills to perform benefit concert for Jefferson County Historical Museum project
(Update: adding comments from Paul Cowsill and board member of historical society) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A classic American pop-rock group is…
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Bend’s Downtown Library to close for remodel, Central Library to fill gap
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Downtown Bend Library will close for a comprehensive remodel on April 10, 2026, marking the first major renovation in the…
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There’s Good News: “All he needed was some wheels”; Wheelie Nelson’s heartwarming story
SHAWNEE, Kan. (KMBC9) —This goat may only have two working hooves, but he doesn’t let it slow him down. “Wheelie Nelson,” a goat in Shawnee,…
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Immigration agents deploying to airports under border czar as TSA staffing falls short
By Riane Lumer, Alison Main, Aileen Graef, CNN (CNN) — Immigration agents will deploy to airports on Monday under the direction of border czar…
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Pet Pals: Meet Domino, a spunky and loving pup ready for adventure
This week for Pet Pals, the Humane Society of Central Oregon is spotlighting Domino, a one-year-old herding mix with plenty of puppy energy and a…
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Furry Friends: Talula loves tug-of-war and her canine “boyfriends”!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s furry friend is Talula, a 2-year-old mixed breed looking for her forever home at BrightSide Animal Center in…
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High Desert Museum strengthens role as regional hub with $40 million expansion, adding new wing
The High Desert Museum in Bend, Oregon has broken ground on a $40 million expansion project, which will add a new wing to the museum and feature new…
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