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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Save the Date: Sisters Folk Festival & Hero’s on the Run 5k 10k
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from the Sisters Folk Festival to…
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Pay it Forward: Deschutes County Search & Rescue
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– One of the best parts of life in Central Oregon is the great outdoors but when something goes wrong on an adventure, there’s…
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City of Bend survey finds overwhelming ‘hate’ for Greenwood Avenue ‘road diet,’ despite massive increase in cyclists, pedestrians
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A year-old pilot program to reduce traffic speeds, improve safety, and encourage walking and cycling has sparked sharp division…
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Community Conversations: New cleanup effort ‘The Big Bend Pickup’ launches in October
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new community cleanup event is taking shape in Bend, aiming to expand the work already being done through the Bend…
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Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory kicks off Ponderosa tree sales; Fungi Fest and Mushroom Show coming up
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory is ramping up its fall activities, including a Ponderosa tree and seedling sale…
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