Bend Design conference marks 10 years with new home at OSU-Cascades
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Design conference is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year—and for the first time, the event will be held at the…
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Deschutes County’s ‘I Voted’ sticker student contest for 2026 election will mark America’s 250th birthday
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Next year, the United States will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration…
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‘Very worrying’: Nearly half of Oregon health care workers not vaccinated against the flu, OHA says
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Flu vaccine rates among Oregon health care workers have plummeted over the last five respiratory virus seasons, raising the…
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Redmond Senior Center launches year-end fundraising campaign to support key programs
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond Senior Center has launched its year-end fundraising campaign, with a goal of raising $100,000 by Dec, 31. The…
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BottleDrop activates emergency fund, donates $30,000 to help Oregon nonprofits providing food access
Update: Adding video CLACKAMAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative, operator of the BottleDrop network, is activating its…
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Bend Park and Rec District launching public survey to gather input and insight on how they’re doing
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — How satisfied are you with the services of Bend Park and Recreation District? Is the district utilizing…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, November 4th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, November 4th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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SNAP funding uncertainty leaves Central Oregon food banks scrambling to feed families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –Uncertainty surrounding federal food assistance is putting pressure on local food banks across Oregon — including Shepherd’s…
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Marine Corps Veteran Robert Landers chosen as grand marshal for the 2025 Bend Veterans Day Parade
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The 2025 Bend Veterans Day Parade marks the 24th year of honoring Veterans of all eras on Tuesday,…
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Burgerville to offer free meals for children affected by interruption in SNAP benefits this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – In response to the interruption in SNAP benefits, from Nov. 3 – Nov. 9, 2025, Burgerville is offering a free Kids Cheeseburger…
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Deschutes Historical Museum to host 42nd-annual Chili Feed and Raffle
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Get ready to feast! The Deschutes Historical Museum is inviting the public to its 42nd-annual Chili Feed and Raffle happening…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, November 3rd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, November 3rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Two Central Oregon schools are in the running for SELCO Credit Union classroom makeovers; public gets to vote for a week
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union is once again inviting Oregonians to vote for their favorite classroom makeover project…
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Save the Date: A weekend of spooky events in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something spooky to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from Halloween at the Old…
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Bright Adventures Preschool opens temporary food bank to support families in need
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A preschool in Redmond is stepping up to help its community by launching its own temporary food bank. Bright Adventures…
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Community Conversations: Kendall’s Catwalk for a Cause returns to Bend, combining fashion and community impact
BEND, Ore. — Kendall’s Catwalk for a Cause is back in Bend, promising an unforgettable evening of fashion, fun and giving. The signature event is…
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Deschutes County commissioners direct $70,000 to two organizations to combat food insecurity
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners has approved $70,000 in county discretionary funds to support Central Oregon…
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Online searches, even AI tools can point you to the wrong Deschutes County non-emergency phone number
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County 9-1-1 reminded residents Thursday to use the correct non-emergency number: 541-693-6911. They said some online…
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Deschutes Children’s Foundation, MountainStar Family Relief Nursery sound alarm over local impacts of SNAP benefit cuts
 BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Children’s Foundation and MountainStar Family Relief Nursery sounded an alarm in a joint statement…
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Reverse Trick-or-Treat: Bend business hosting food drive ahead of SNAP cut off
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — You’re invited come Trick-or-Treat–but in reverse! At Holm Made Toffee Co. in Bend, the community is invited to ring the…
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