Fairwell Festival in Redmond, new exit route added to ease traffic
The third annual FairWell Festival is set to begin in Redmond…
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Prineville animal shelter celebrates long-awaited, hard-earned expansion with public event
The Humane Society of the Ochocos celebrated the grand opening of their new wing built just for dogs this weekend. With more space, better…
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Pet Pals: Lupin is a heart-stealer of a puppy of top cute caliber
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lupin is a great 7-week-old puppy from a litter of six who’s waiting for a place to call home at the Humane Society of Central…
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Furry Friends: Deuces for Deuce!
This week we have Deuce–a rambunctious 3 year old husky mix! He was recently one of the dogs rescued from Terrebonne. Deuce is full of…
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Salt Lake City-based Breeze Airways to begin flights from Redmond to Burbank, Las Vegas and Utah next spring
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Just days after Avelo Airlines announced it would be leaving Redmond Airport, another airline, Breeze Airways, announced…
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Pets and smoke: How to keep your furry friend safe with poor air quality
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, smoke and air quality concerns are top of mind for many Central Oregonians. It’s important to remember to limit…
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Wahlburgers will be making its Oregon debut at this year’s Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wahlburgers is coming to the 105th Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo this summer, July 30 through Aug. 3. This marks…
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Problem Solvers: La Pine-area man accused of striking dog with shovel pleads for other 2 dogs’ return; plea entry delayed
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A La Pine-area man accused of striking his dog repeatedly with a shovel this spring was back in court Monday, still representing…
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Pet Pals: Meet Fantastic Finn
Every week KTVZ News teams up with the Humane Society of Central Oregon to get a pet adopted. If there’s one word to describe our latest featured…
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Saving Superman: Shelter hopes story of dog rescued from Texas flood debris will help save others
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — Krypto the Superdog may steal the show in the new “Superman” movie, but it’s a dog named Superman who’s…
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Furry Friends: Ramona the raspy-voiced kitty
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Ramona, a 5-year-old grey shorthair cat who absolutely loves people and attention! Ramona was one…
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Heat can kill: As temperatures soar, Humane Society of Central Oregon has tips to keep your pets safe, comfortable
With temperatures soaring into the 90s and beyond, The Humane Society of Central Oregon would like to offer tips to keep your pet safe in the high…
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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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Central Oregon animal shelters see increase in lost pets during July 4th holiday
Animals shelters throughout Central Oregon tend to see at least ten times the normal amount of intakes during the Fourth of July holiday.
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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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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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Redmond City Council to hold emergency meeting Tuesday on possible fireworks ban Ahead of 4th of July
REDMOND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Earlier this year, the Redmond City Council discussed a city-wide ban on the usage of 4th of July fireworks. Back then,…
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Furry Friends: Rocco the Doberman has a heart of gold
This week’s Furry Friend is Rocco, a 6-year-old Doberman looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. Rocco is blind in both…
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DOUBLE TROUBLE: Adopt these two adorable black kitties, looking to snuggle up in a forever home
This weeks Pet Pals was twice the fun as Lynne with the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought two small, loving black kitties. They are sweet,…
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Ray Solley retires July 1st from leading Bend’s Tower Theatre: ‘We made some magic happen’
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After 16 years at the helm of the Tower Theatre, Executive Director Ray Solley is taking his final bow.…
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