LIGHTS OUT: Oregon Bird Alliance asks you to go dark to help out migrating birds
OREGON (KTVZ) — Tonight, Wednesday, September 24th, the Bird Alliance of Oregon is asking you to go dark as nearly five million migrating birds are…
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Correlation vs. causation: Claims of acetaminophen link to autism prompt confusion and questions
Concerns are rising after federal officials flagged potential risks with acetaminophen use in pregnancy. Acetaminophen — or Tylenol — is one of…
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Project progress seen at two familiar Bend River Promenade spots along Third Street
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two high-profile projects at the Bend River Promenade along Third Street are showing signs of progress. This the former site of…
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Oregon Cultural Trust awards record $4.15 million to organizations statewide, including several local projects and programs
(Update: Adding video) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – An increase in fiscal year 2025 donations, as well as investment earnings, has resulted in an all-time…
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El Sancho on Bend’s Westside to become ‘Runaround Sue’ BBQ restaurant
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — In an exclusive interview with KTVZ News, the owner of El Sancho taco shop laid out his plan to create a restaurant he’s wanted…
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Deschutes County to host household hazardous waste collection events next month in La Pine, Sisters and Redmond
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This October, the Deschutes County Department of Solid Waste will host household hazardous waste collection events in the…
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This year’s ‘Coolest Thing Made in Oregon’ contest is down to eight finalists – and two are Central Oregon products
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The first round of voting in the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Oregon contest concluded Monday, narrowing the list of finalists to…
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Central Oregon unemployment rates are still rising, amid a mix of job gains and losses
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon seasonally adjusted unemployment rates continued their upward movement in August, with rates increasing in…
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BREAKING NEWS: St. Charles reaches contract deals with Cigna and Aetna; both insurers will now stay in-network
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced Tuesday it has reached contract agreements with two insurance providers – Aetna and Cigna -…
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More than 322,000 acres have burned so far this year across Oregon, far fewer than a year ago
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, no active large fires are burning on Oregon Department of Forestry-protected land, but three are burning statewide,…
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Annual Artist Studio Tour event by Sisters Arts Association highlights work from local artists
This weekend in Central Oregon, art lovers had the chance to step inside the creative world of local artists. The Sisters Arts Association hosted its…
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New Safety Project adds new “J” turn and center dividing barriers along Highway 97
(Update: Added full story with quotes from Mayor Ed Fitch and Redmond resident James Miller) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ News) — A lot of people drive pretty…
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Bend Chamber hopes to ease housing shortage by offering library of pre-approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) designs to public
(Update: adding video, adding interview with Bend Chamber, City of Bend, and Bend YIMBY) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Bend’s population continues to…
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Zydeco Owners bringing delicatessen to the Old Mill District
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The couple behind Zydeco Kitchen and Cocktails is expanding its footprint into Bend’s Old Mill District, with a Pacific…
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Oregon’s call center for taxpayer services and payments will be closed Thursday for staff training
Regional office front desks and online services will remain available. SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue’s Taxpayer Services…
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Street Dog Hero spays and neuters 50 local animals at weekend low-cost clinic
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore (KTVZ) — This past weekend, Street Dog Hero successfully hosted a low-cost spay/neuter clinic at their facility in…
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Redmond Fire & Rescue opens doors for Community Day
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Redmond Fire & Rescue welcomed neighbors for a Community Day on Saturday. Visitors had the chance to meet local…
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Dump City Dumplings renovating to become The Roundabout Pub, set to open at the end of September
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Dump City Dumplings restaurant on Galveston Avenue in Bend, known for starting as a food cart in downtown Bend, is now…
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Five-year milestone in the sky: Bend’s Epic Aircraft delivers its 100th certified plane
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Epic Aircraft, designer and manufacturer of the leading single-engine turboprop, announced Friday the delivery of its 100th…
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‘Unmatched devotion’: Jefferson County Middle School’s Maria Crowley named Regional Teacher of the Year
The Oregon Department of Education, in partnership with the Oregon Lottery, announced Friday that Jefferson County Middle School social studies…
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