Lava City Cirque celebrates National Championship and being featured in Soul Cirque Movie
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Lava City Cirque (LCC) has announced that the studio will perform in an upcoming movie, Soul Cirque, featuring athletes who…
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Bend’s SURFEST returns to Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Get ready to catch a wave at Bend’s SURFEST, happening September 13th and 14th at the Bend Whitewater Park at Mckay Park!…
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OSU-Cascades to host First Peoples Celebration with Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs on Oct. 11
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. – Oregon State University – Cascades will host a First Peoples Celebration on Oct. 11, an event that explores…
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Back to School Sweepstakes: Central Oregon kids are returning to the classroom this week, check out these awesome pictures
Many Central Oregon kids are returning to the classroom this week. Check out this week’s Back to School Sweepstakes! Share your best pictures from…
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St. Charles offers important reminders as new drivers hit the road in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As kids head back to school in Central Oregon, St. Charles has an important reminder: new drivers are hitting the roads and it’s…
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Bend Police Department invites you to Coffee with a Cop
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department is inviting you to Coffee with a Cop! On Wednesday, October 1st from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Backporch…
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ThinkWild releases rehabilitated Flying Squirrel
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Think Wild is pleased to announce the successful release of the Northern flying squirrel patient admitted on July 20, 2025. She…
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Pay it Forward: CASA of Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Tonight we recognize CASA of Central Oregon. CASA stands for court appointed special advocates. These specially trained…
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Suicide Prevention Month: National resources and local Redmond grief support group
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — September is National Suicide Prevention Month–aimed at raising awareness, spreading hope, and sparking meaningful…
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Bend nurses and healthcare workers donate 1,000 pounds of food to families in need
Local nurses and healthcare workers recently teamed up to donate 1,000 pounds of food for The Giving Plate to support Central Oregon families in…
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Heads up! School zones are back for motorists starting this week in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As kids head back to school this week in Central Oregon, the Bend Police Department has an important reminder for motorists:…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, September 1st
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, September 1st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Juniper Elementary marks 60 years with celebration and open house
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Juniper Elementary is celebrating a big milestone: its 60th anniversary. The school, which first opened in 1965, welcomed…
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Save the Date: Free country dance lessons and a reggae music festival are happening this weekend in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from the…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, August 29th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 29th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Back to School: Bend La Pine Schools using technology as tool in curriculum
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With technology quickly advancing, schools are having to adjust, adapt, and evolve to the digital world by implementing…
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ESCAPE THE CROWDS: Oregon Department of Forestry recommends less-traveled state campgrounds for Labor Day Weekend
OREGON (KTVZ) — Labor Day Weekend is just a few days away and many are packing their bags for a weekend of camping. The Oregon Department of…
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Clear the Shelters: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Animal Rescue Ranch has friendly farm animals looking for forever homes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For the entire month of August, KTVZ and our local shelter and business partners once again teamed up to clear the shelters and…
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Back to School: Mental health resources available for students in need at Bend-La Pine schools
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Following the pandemic, there’s been a rise in the need for mental health resources–not just in schools, but everywhere. KTVZ…
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Kids make homemade signs showing support and thanks for the Firefighting efforts on the Flat Fire
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ)– Take a look at these photos sent in by one of our viewers at yesterday’s public meeting on the Flat Fire. Local kids found a…
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