SuperDeluxe in Bend suddenly shuts down operations
(Update: adding more background information on SuperDeluxe, and its bankruptcy). BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — SuperDeluxe has officially closed its…
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City of Redmond issues call for artists for exhibit of paintings to honor America’s 250th birthday
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond’s Commission for Art in Public Places announced Thursday a call for Oregon artists…
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Redmond man arrested and indicted on child sex abuse charges following DCSO investigation
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 23-year-old Redmond man was indicted by a Deschutes County grand jury this week6 on 20 felony counts related to the sharing…
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Crook County Democrats schedule ‘No Kings’ protest for March 28th
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) President Trump’s administration is facing mounting criticism as masked agents are deployed in American streets, targeting…
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Snowpack Shortfall: What a dry winter means for Central Oregon water supply
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon is experiencing one of its driest winters in more than 30 years, leaving the basin with a snowpack…
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The Cowsills to perform benefit concert for Jefferson County Historical Museum project
(Update: adding comments from Paul Cowsill and board member of historical society) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A classic American pop-rock group is…
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City Of Madras confronts conditions behind Madras Homeless Shelter, implements camping ordinance & clean up
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening now, The City of Madras staff are confronting conditions in the area behind the Madras Homeless Shelter. The City…
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Oregon gas prices hit record high, nearing $5 per gallon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gas prices continue to soar due to the Iran conflict, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East energy…
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PIE Fest 2026: $69,000 donated to Central Oregon nonprofits by business members
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The business membership program Purpose in Expenses distributed nearly $69,000 to Central Oregon nonprofits during a community…
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Crook County Foundation Scholarship Applications open, CCHS seniors & those seeking higher education eligible to apply
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Foundation opened its 2026 Scholarship Applications on March 16th, offering funding opportunities for…
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Oregon sends 21 firefighters to North Carolina for wildfire assistance
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) The Oregon Department of Forestry deployed 21 firefighters and one agency representative to North Carolina over the weekend. The…
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Care for the Land ‘Spring Trash Bash’ set for May 30th in Central Oregon
CABIN BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discover Your Northwest will host the first annual Care for the Land ‘Spring Trash Bash’ on May 30th in the Cabin Butte…
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Oregon Community Foundation expands leadership team with three key appointments
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Community Foundation has appointed three new leaders to executive and advisory positions to support the…
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Thousands of Oregon students attend FFA convention in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Approximately 4,000 high school students from across the state gathered at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond this…
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UPDATE: Gas leak, backfire sparked destructive Tumalo shop fire
UPDATE: TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — An accidental fire caused by a vehicle backfire destroyed a 1,600-square-foot shop and several vehicles in Tumalo…
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High Desert Latinx culture celebrated at COCC’s inaugural soccer event
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon Community College and Oregon State University-Cascades will host the inaugural “La Copa del High Desert” soccer…
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“An Unforgettable Experience”: Changing Patterns to host 3rd annual incarceration re-entry simulation fundraiser
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — “What would you need to successfully navigate life after incarceration?” is a question that Changing Patterns’ 3rd annual…
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Central Oregon Wildfire Educators Group to hold series of Wildfire Preparedness Fairs
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Wildfire Educators Group is launching a series of regional preparedness fairs starting in April 2026.…
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Cycle Oregon’s Summer Kids Bike Camp expanding to Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Cycle Oregon is expanding its Summer Kids Bike Camp to serve children in Portland, Hillsboro and Bend for the 2026 season. The…
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UPDATE: Senator Jeff Merkley postponed upcoming Sisters, Prineville and Madras town halls
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley postponed his town hall tour in Klamath, Lake, Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties this…
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