Applications open for the 2025 Bend Venture Conference
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications are now open for companies looking to compete in the 2025 Bend Venture Conference (BVC). The event will take place…
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Painting by Central Oregon artist Dave Fox chosen for 2025 Sunriver Art Fair poster
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A painting by Central Oregon artist Dave Fox, The Destination, has been selected to feature as the Sunriver Art Fair’s…
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Big Ponderoo diverts 74% of waste away from landfill during festival weekend
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — SFF Presents is committed to reducing its environmental impact at their events, with a special focus on waste management.…
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Central Oregon Symphony Association announces Dr. Travis Allen as new executive director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – On Monday the Central Oregon Symphony Association announced that Dr. Travis Allen would be stepping up as the program’s new…
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Registration opens for 2025 Redmond Police Citizen Academy
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond Police Department began accepting applications for the 2025 Citizen Academy on Monday. This year, classes are…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, July 7th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, July 7th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, July 4th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 4th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Making a Difference: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon harbors safe, positive relationships through mentoring
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For this month’s ‘21 Cares for Kids: Making a Difference’ spotlight, we’re highlighting Big Brothers Big Sisters of…
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Deschutes County moves online dog licensing program to user-friendly platform, in bid to boost registration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is moving its online dog licensing program to DocuPet, simplifying the process for owners to license their…
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A colorful, sparkling gift ‘for the city of Bend’: Sureshot Fireworks prepares fifth annual Pilot Butte display
The colorful, bombastic Pilot Butte Fireworks Show is just a day away, and Sure Shot Fireworks and fire officials are preparing for the big…
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Powell Butte community meeting planned with PacifiCorp on proposed transmission line
(Update: Adding video) POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Board of Commissioners have invited representatives from PacifiCorp to…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon has some safety tips to share with Bend Pet Parade participants
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — While tradition calls for fun at the 4th of July Pet Parade, precautions are necessary for pets and people. The Humane Society…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, July 3rd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, July 3rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Show Us Your Garden
This week kicks of the summer tradition of showing every viewer the beautiful gardens in Central Oregon. This week we look at a koi-zen garden, a…
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New affordable housing in SW Bend accepting applications, plans event for prospective residents
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — College View, a newly constructed multi-family apartment community, is now accepting applications and will host a special…
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Play safe, stay safe: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has some wildfire prevention, water safety reminders
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Central Oregonians prepare to enjoy the 4th of July holiday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents…
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A cool trip: Lava River Cave tour proceeds support forest program hit by federal funding cuts
(Update: Adding videos, Adding details, Jillian Fortner has a report at 6) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Lava River Cave, Oregon’s longest known lava…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, July 2nd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 2nd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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C.O. Health Council launches ‘Be Well Central Oregon’ campaign, unveils Regional Health Improvement Plan
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Health Council is pleased to introduce a bold new campaign — Be Well Central Oregon — to mark the launch…
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Reminder: Pilot Butte State Park to have limited access in the days before the big Fourth of July fireworks show
Community members will have limited access to Pilot Butte State Park in Bend from Tuesday through Saturday, July 1-5, as preparations are made for…
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