Pay It Forward: Longtime volunteer helps resolve conflicts peacefully
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Our Pay It Forward program recognizes people who make our community a better place to live. Tonight, we introduced you to…
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Rick Atkinson, featured in Ken Burns’ The American Revolution, to speak at the Tower Theatre
(Adding Video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pulitzer Prize–winning author Rick Atkinson, featured in Ken Burns’ PBS documentary The American…
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Sunriver Women’s Club raises nearly 60K for “Power of Giving: End Hunger!” Campaign
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Women’s Club has raised nearly $60,000 as a part of its “Power Of Giving: End Hunger” Fundraiser. The club says its…
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Veterans with disabilities unite for Adaptive Sports event at Mt.Bachelor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Adaptive Sports will host its 19th annual Heroes Weekend at Mt. Bachelor from Jan. 29 to Feb. 1, 2026. The multi-day…
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Most of Bend-La Pine Schools closed Friday, January 30th for teacher grading period, two schools still to hold classes
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Most schools in the Bend-La Pine School district will not hold classes today, January 30th. This closure is for…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, January 30th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, January 30th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Save the Date: From a free museum day to the 4th annual Flannel Fest, here are some events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a free day at the High Desert…
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One Class at a Time: Mr. Grubb from Obsidian Middle School honored for inspiring students with hands-on skills
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)– There are some lessons we learn in school that last a lifetime and one Redmond teacher is making sure his students get those…
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FIT FURRY FRIENDS: New mobile dog fitness service opens in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dog owners, this one’s for you! There’s a new business in town that’s focused on fitness for your furry friend. Bend Barks…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, January 29th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, January 29th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend will extend its hours into the evening, to offer teens a safe space
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend said Wednesday they are extending their weekday hours to 7:30 p.m. to provide a safe space…
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Pole Pedal Paddle design contest winner chosen as online early-bird registration opens for 50th anniversary race
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and SELCO Community Credit Union are kicking off the 50th year of the SELCO…
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‘Breaking down the barriers’: Madras man’s new non-profit among St. Charles Community Benefit grant recipients
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced Wednesday Community Benefit grants of more than $143,000 to 34 local organizations in…
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SELCO Community Credit Union to begin accepting applications for annual scholarship program
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union announced Wednesday that it will begin accepting applications on Sunday for nearly…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, January 28th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, January 28th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Trevor Noah to perform new material at Hayden Homes Amphitheater in 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Trevor Noah has announced a special performance in Bend, Ore., scheduled for July 22, 2026, at Hayden Homes Amphitheater.…
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Heart of Oregon Corps named 2025 Non-Profit Partner of the Year by Central Oregon Builders Association
(Update: Video Added) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Heart of Oregon Corps has announced it was named 2025 Non-Profit Partner of the…
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Rising need: Central Oregonians turned to NeighborImpact for help over 1 million times in a year
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians in need of help turned to NeighborImpact for assistance more than 1 million times in a year. That’s…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, January 27th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, January 27th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Homeless Leadership Coalition to begin week-long annual Point in Time Count across Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Homeless Leadership Coalition, Central Oregon’s Continuum of Care, will be kicking off the annual Point in Time…
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