New law raises concerns of Oregon cannabis consumers
(update: adding video, quotes from CEO and Cofounder of Shift Natural, Ryan Evans ) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When the House and Senate passed the…
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‘Right treatment at the right time’: City of Bend highlights street preservation efforts and winter preparations
Bend’s relatively new transportation utility fee is changing how the city maintains and clears its streets — from fresh pavement in the summer…
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BLM extends guide permit application period for Lower Deschutes and Lower Crooked Wild and Scenic Rivers
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management is extending the deadline to apply for new special recreation permits for guiding…
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2,500 MILES: Austin man walks from Texas to Oregon for mental health, on track to reach Bend this weekend
(update: adding video, comments from Alex Bradley) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – An Austin man walking more than 2,500 miles to honor his best friend and…
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Deschutes County commissioners to take up proposed five-district map, recommended by committee on 4-3 vote
Deschutes County commissioners next Wednesday will take up a contentious five-district map for future commissioner elections, recommended on a recent…
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To protect deer and elk habitat, Deschutes National Forest wildlife winter range closures begin next week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Four annual winter range closures take effect next Monday across the Deschutes National Forest to provide critical habitat for…
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OSP arrests California truck driver after SUV struck his jackknifed semi on Highway 20, killing two people
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A California truck driver was arrested by Oregon State Police on two counts of criminally negligent homicide after an SUV struck…
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Find One-of-a-Kind Holiday Decor at Super Thrift’s Christmas Village in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– If you’re looking for unique holiday décor you won’t find anywhere else, head to the Christmas Village at Super Thrift in…
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Thanksgiving Grand Buffet happening at Bend’s Riverhouse Convention Center
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you have not made your Thanksgiving plans, it’s not too late. There’s going to be a massive banquet in Bend, with some of…
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Central Oregon Health Council releases diabetes ‘community snapshot’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Diabetes is one of the most common health challenges in Central Oregon. To coincide with Diabetes Awareness Month, the Central…
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IMAGES: Native American Heritage Month marked with vibrant celebration at Warm Springs K-8
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Warm Springs K-8 Academy celebrated Native American Heritage Month with a vibrant powwow showcase last week, bringing…
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Washington man arrested in Redmond, accused of traveling for sex with ’14-year-old girl’ who was actually undercover officer
A Washington state man was arrested Monday in Redmond and arraigned Tuesday on charges he traveled to Central Oregon to engage in sex with a…
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Cascade Natural Gas crews stop leak, repair line broken by contractor that closed Highway 126 for several hours
A contractor working on an ADA curb ramp project in Redmond hit a natural gas line Monday afternoon, causing a leak that shut Highway 126 and other…
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Oregon Health Authority shares 4 steps to ensure a happy and healthy holiday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– They recommend washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before, during, and after preparing food—especially…
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Show me the way: Western town of Sisters asks community for input on new directional, other sign designs
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Sisters is inviting the community to help select a design for signs to better help new visitors find their way…
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NW Bend woman accused of arson at her home faces hearing on mental fitness before case proceeds
A Bend woman was arraigned on arson and other charges in Deschutes County Court, accused of setting fire to her home in northwest Bend. 33-year-old…
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Grace & Goods: Bethlehem Inn is opening a thrift boutique in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An exciting addition is coming to the Central Oregon community. Bethlehem Inn, a nonprofit homeless shelter, is opening…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon asks you to consider giving the valuable gift of mentorship this holiday season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – This holiday season, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, encourages the community…
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Redmond man arrested; charged with unlawful use of a weapon
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 40-year-old man, Alvaro Perez-Cazarez, was arrested Saturday morning following a domestic dispute at the Ochoco Trailer…
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One Class at a Time: How COCC’s fire science program shapes future firefighters
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Central Oregon Community College program that helps train the next generation of firefighters just received a boost through…
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