Big changes ahead for Bend: residents weigh in at open house
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend hosted an open house, on Tuesday, to share information about the Franklin Project and others, including the…
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Bend’s ‘Parkside Place’ aims to bring more affordable housing to Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) A new housing development aimed at improving affordability in Central Oregon is now underway. Hayden Homes held a ribbon-cutting…
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Bend High School-Based Health Center relocates to expanded site; Happening Next: an open house to celebrate
UPDATE: New details from Bend-La Pine Schools. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mosaiac Community Health, Bend La-Pine Schools, and Deschutes County Health…
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Portland Gear to open first store outside Greater Portland in Bend’s Old Mill District
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon-based lifestyle brand Portland Gear is set to expand beyond its home market this spring, announcing plans to open a new…
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BEND FLY FISHING SOCIAL: Join in on the fun to help raise money for river conservation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Anglers and outdoor enthusiasts in Central Oregon have something special to look forward to this week. On Thursday, April 9th,…
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Bend brewery highlights sustainable hops and natural growing practices
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At Worthy Brewing in Bend, sustainability is showing up in both the brewery’s hops and the produce grown for its menu. The…
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Here’s the scoop: Ben & Jerry’s partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend for Free Cone Day celebration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, April 14th, Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration, serving up free scoops of ice…
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Foes of Bend’s planned natural gas appliance fee send out mailing, urge residents to oppose move
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A brochure now landing in Bend mailboxes strongly urges residents to speak out against the city’s plans to impose a…
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Happening Now: Bend Parks and Rec hiring for summer positions in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, the Bend Parks and Recreation District is hiring for summer positions! Hopeful helpers ages 15 and up are invited and…
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Deschutes National Forest plans prescribed burns near Sisters, Bend Monday
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest is planning prescribed burning operations Monday on the Bend-Fort Rock and Sisters…
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Owner of beloved Downtown Bend bookstore considering sale
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Have you ever dreamed of owning a bookstore in downtown Bend? That opportunity may soon be available. The owner of Underground…
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Youth Art Takeover brings student creativity to Downtown Bend’s First Friday
(UPDATE: Adding video and quotes from business owners) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend is bursting with creativity tonight as local students…
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Hooker Creek hosts free seminar in Bend addressing challenges with new standard concrete material
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Construction professionals across Central Oregon will have an opportunity to learn how to navigate a major industry shift at a…
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‘Are we designing our city for happiness?’ Building a Better Bend launches 2026 lecture series with ‘Happy City’ talk
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are we designing our city for happiness? That’s a question that will be asked by nonprofit organization Building a Better Bend’s…
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Cascades East Transit to boost bus frequency and launch new route in 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit will implement significant service enhancements across Central Oregon beginning May 4th, 2026. The changes…
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Assistance League Bend empowers volunteers to make a difference in the community
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At Assistance League Bend, volunteers don’t just fill roles, they stretch beyond them. “We do. I mean, that’s what you get…
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Bend-area man gets 25-year sentence in 2020 killing of Bend couple; nephew awaits murder trial
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend-area man charged along with his nephew with murder and conspiracy in the 2020 deaths of a…
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Bend Police seek public help in identifying Abby’s Pizza robbery suspect
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Bend Police are searching for a man who robbed an Abby’s of 86 cents at gunpoint Wednesday night. The incident occurred at Abby’s…
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There’s Good News: Bend Police Department and Officer Zachary Childers receive top Oregon DUII enforcement honors
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department announced Thursday that it’s been awarded the 2025 Enforcement Agency of the Year by the Oregon DUII…
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Governor Kotek appoints Bend’s Ellen Waterston to a second term as Oregon’s poet laureate
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has appointed Ellen Waterston of Bend to a second term as Oregon’s poet laureate, Oregon Humanities…
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