Bee Gees tribute coming to Bend’s Tower Theatre
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — “Stayin’ Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees” is returning to the Tower Theatre on October 19th. This ultimate tribute to The…
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Oregon agency announces upcoming federal changes to SNAP benefits
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Human Services is announcing federally required changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…
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From coast to creek to ‘Pick It Up Bend,’ volunteers mobilized for SOLVE’s 2025 Beach and Riverside Cleanup
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – From September 20 through September 28, families, community organizations, and individuals across Oregon and Southwest…
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Redmond Senior Center to host ‘Wellbeing Fair’ this week
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening Wednesday, October 1st, the Redmond Senior Center is hosting it’s 2025 Wellbeing Fair–a day dedicated to health,…
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BINGO! Support Think Wild of Central Oregon this Thursday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Calling all Bingo lovers! This Thursday marks Think Wild’s last ‘Bingo on the Brew Deck’ fundraising event at the Cascade Lakes…
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Central Oregon Animal Welfare Summit happening in Bend in October
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, October 14th, join the Humane Society of Central Oregon, CAMP, Fences for Fido and more at Silver Moon Brewing for…
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New Redmond recreation center nearing completion
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The new Redmond Recreation Center is starting to take shape, with nearly all of the outer walls now complete. Construction…
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Oregon Cultural Trust grant to help Redmond arts group remodel new Dry Canyon Community Art Center
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Dry Canyon Arts Association has been awarded a $34,000 FY26 Cultural Development Award from the Oregon Cultural Trust to…
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There’s still time to register for Sunday’s 26th annual Heaven Can Wait 5K at Redmond High School
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 26th annual Heaven Can Wait 5K returns to Redmond High School on Sunday, Oct. 5 at 10:30 a.m.…
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Building a Better Bend announces upcoming ‘Retrofitting Bend for a Resilient Future’ lecture
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Building a Better Bend, a local nonproft, announced the second lecture in its annual lecture series, with the theme…
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HAPPENING WEDNESDAY: Bend Police Department invites you to ‘Coffee with a Cop’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Wednesday, October 1st, the Bend Police Department invites you to chat with officers over a cup of joe. From 9 a.m. to 11…
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Healing Reins 26th annual ‘Diamonds and Dust’ fundraising gala welcomed hundreds of guests
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, Healing Reins Equine Assisted Services held its 26th-annual ‘Diamonds and Dust’ fundraising gala, welcoming in…
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Jefferson County, City of Madras partner to develop five-year strategic plan; survey, events seek public input
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County and the City of Madras announced this week that they are partnering to create a shared vision for the future…
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One Class at a Time: Pilot Butte Middle School’s Tech Design Program Gets a Boost
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Our One Class at a Time segment continues to spotlight outstanding educators in Central Oregon and thanks to the support of Mid…
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Last Blockbuster on earth celebrates the company’s 40th birthday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The world’s last remaining Blockbuster is about to celebrate a major milestone and it’s inviting the community to join the…
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ODFW reminds hunters to stop at Chronic Wasting Disease check stations with harvested deer, elk
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As 2025 deer and elk hunting seasons begin, ODFW is ramping up its Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) surveillance statewide.…
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Healing Reins’ Diamonds & Dust Gala returns with updated ‘Toast for Transformation’Â
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Healing Reins Equine Assisted Services is proud to announce the return of its signature fundraising gala, Diamonds & Dust,…
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A chance to say ‘thanks’: Bend Teacher Appreciation Dinner planned at Mountain Burger
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Sunday, the Bend community will gather at Mountain Burger to celebrate the people who inspire the next generation—our…
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‘The goal is to increase access’: Pet Pals program helps local seniors’ pets, but funding cuts threaten services
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is teaming up with the Humane Society of Central Oregon to expand its Pet Pals program while launching its…
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Furry Friends: Meet the Notorious Biggie Smalls!
This week we have a seven year old care named Biggie Smalls! He’s called that because he’s a bit of a bobble head with a smaller body. But also,…
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