Bend Neighborhood Leadership Alliance seeking applicants
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is seeking applicants to fill positions on the Neighborhood Leadership Alliance (NLA), an advisory committee…
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Bend, Redmond median home prices decline a bit in May, as inventories edge upward
It’s not a dramatic turnaround, but Bend and Redmond’s home prices did something a bit unusual in May — they fell, the Beacon Appraisal Group…
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Bend Park and Rec accepts report on Whitewater Park teen surfer’s death, OKs planned changes, June 18 reopening
– A combination of low spring river levels, a tangled quick-release leash and small gaps between parts of the Bend Whitewater Park’s “surf wave”…
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Verizon says it’s fixed issue that left customers unable to call city of Bend offices; city offered alternatives
Anyone calling a City of Bend phone number from a phone with Verizon service could not get through Tuesday, city officials advised, as they offered…
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Texas school shooting sparks Bend firm’s support of victims, Sister nonprofit’s efforts to prevent more tragedies
It’s been two weeks since the tragic mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, leaving a community and many around the country…
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Bend’s US Hwy. 97 realignment gets $15 million boost; Sisters set to get another roundabout
A new roundabout in Sisters will help traffic flow smoother; a roundabout as part of U.S Highway 97 realignment north of Bend will do the same. …
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Redmond man accused of murder in Cloverdale woman’s killing in court; DCSO seeks public’s help, info
Redmond resident Alexander Smith, 22, made his first court appearance Monday afternoon, with his lawyers waiving any formal reading of the…
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St. Charles Foundation to get $12.79 million in FEMA grants to cover COVID-19 response costs
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., announced Monday that the St. Charles Foundation will be receiving a total of $12.79…
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Bend police report ‘uptick’ in Bend Parkway speeding, dangerous driving, plan safety blitz
Bend Police said Monday they have seen a recent uptick in excessive speeds and dangerous driving on the Bend Parkway, and as a result will be…
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Man arrested in early-morning shooting of woman at home in northern Bend
A 48-year-old Bend man was arrested early Sunday morning on assault and other charges in the shooting of a woman at a home on the north end of the…
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Two Olympians visit Bend Swim Club’s Swim-a-Thon, share their journey with young swimmers
At the Juniper Swim and Fitness Center, Bend Swim Club members were able to meet two Olympians Saturday morning. US Olympic athletes Allison Schmitt…
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People and vendors fill the streets for return of the NorthWest Crossing Farmers Market
The NorthWest Crossing Farmers Market in Bend is officially back for the summer season. Vendors lined the streets Saturday morning and there was…
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Runners, walkers went from Bend to Redmond and back again for the Bend Beer Chase
The Bend Beer Chase began Saturday morning outside of 10 Barrel on Bend’s Eastside. Many people showed up ready to participate, and people on the…
Continue Reading Bend road and traffic report: Week of June 6-12
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of June 6-12. Street preservation – Slurry seal work to…
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Bend City Council approves Stevens Road Tract concept plan, now goes to state for review
The Bend City Council has approved a concept plan to develop the Stevens Road Tract, a 261-acre parcel of land located southeast of Bend,…
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What’s on the minds and in the plans for 2 of Central Oregon’s Class of ’22 high school graduates?
Thea Brown and Gabriel Favia are spending their last few days walking the halls of Realms High School, getting ready to graduate. As we all know, and…
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St. Charles physicians, health care workers file for union representation, call for more say in decision-making
About 300 St. Charles employees, including hospitalist Dr. Josh Plank, filed for union representation Friday, upset with St. Charles administrators’…
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After heavy rain causes street flooding in Bend, ODOT explains steps to avoid repeat
The thunderstorms and heavy rain that hit the High Desert Thursday afternoon flooded several streets and some businesses around Bend.…
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Bend city councilors begin process of choosing two replacements for departed colleagues
A subcommittee of three Bend city councilors on Friday made fairly quick work of narrowing a list of 36 applicants for two vacant council seats to…
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Cause of fire that resulted in $230K damage to Broken Top home traced to gas fireplace vent pipe
A fire that caused $230,000 damage to a home in southwest Bend’s Broken Top subdivision Thursday evening was caused by a gas fireplace vent pipe…
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