ODOT’s homeless right of way cleanups cost $10,000 in taxpayer money a day
Homeless camps in the public rights of way have been a growing focus and source of concern around Central Oregon cities. ODOT has contracted to…
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‘The forest is just being destroyed out there’: Homeowners near China Hat Road express concern over recent fires
Two homeowners living near China Hat Road on Bend’s south end have expressed concerns over recent small wildfires that have broken out in the area of…
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In past 11 years, OSU-Cascades degree program has graduated over 200 energy systems engineers
A degree program launched at Oregon State University-Cascades more than a decade ago to address the national need for energy-savvy engineers has…
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City of Bend, state Rep. Emerson Levy to host roundtable on e-bike safety, enforcement
The City of Bend, in coordination with state Rep. Emerson Levy, will host a roundtable conversation about e-bike safety and enforcement from 3-5 p.m.…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler answers your questions on Old Mill traffic, water supplies and more
Viewer-submitted questions this month for Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler were on topics ranging from Old Mill traffic to water supply, bike tunnel safety,…
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Planned Hunnell Road homeless camp sweep prompts continued Bend protests
Next Monday’s planned city of Bend clearing of the years-long Hunnell Road homeless encampment brought another protest Tuesday in front of the…
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Bend’s Food 4 Less discount grocer unveils its new name: Local Acres Marketplace
Bend’s Food 4 Less independent discount grocery store unveiled its new name on Tuesday – Local Acres Marketplace, marking its 38th…
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Driver runs from crash into power pole on Third Street in Bend; caught nearby, charged with DUII
A woman crashed her pickup into a power pole on Third Street at O.B. Riley Road on Tuesday morning, then took off but was found behind the Shilo Inn.…
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Leaking Bend fire hydrant has gushed water for past month; neighbors fear remaining well will run dry
A fire hydrant off Saddleback Drive in west Bend has been leaking water for the past month, and area residents say the water company who controls the…
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On hot days in Bend, the Deschutes River beckons — but jumping from a bridge can land you in hot water
When it gets warm – make that hot – the cooling waters of the Deschutes River flowing through Bend can be an attractive place to float, or swim.…
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Oregon housing agency approves $8.3 million in funding for College View Apartments in NW Bend
The Oregon Housing Stability Council announced Tuesday it has approved $103.5 million in Local Innovation Fast Track (LIFT) funding to go to 10…
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Deschutes County commissioners plan hearing, appear ready to sharply limit housing at any new destination resorts
Deschutes County commissioners had staff preparation Monday afternoon for a public hearing set for Wednesday on rules that would not allow new…
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Bend woman launches petition drive, urges lawmakers to require use of helmets by young horseback riders
A Bend woman launched a petition drive Monday, urging Oregon lawmakers to require the use of helmets by children taking part in horseback-riding…
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Bend Police report uptick in scams and online fraud attempts, urge caution, offer tips to avoid being a victim
Bend Police said Tuesday they have noticed an uptick in calls reporting scams or fraud, and shared some tips to help you avoid becoming a…
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City of Bend to host open house on plans for Olney Avenue pedestrian, bike improvements
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend is holding an open house on its plans to improve safety and accessibility for everyone who uses Olney Avenue…
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Bend mom and ‘amazing’ son find third ‘Hidden Bottle Hunt’ prize at Peter Skene Ogden Viewpoint off Hwy. 97
Crystal Roberts of Bend, along with her 11-year-old son, Levi, found the third of six hidden bottles for the Oregon Beverage Recycling…
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Young group ‘Rapport’ on road trip brings love of music to dining seniors at Bend Senior Services Center
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is hosting a concert of visiting young musicians for dining area seniors Friday at 11:30 a.m. at the Senior…
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The heat is on for this year’s Bend Summer Festival
Hot summer weather is not always guaranteed for the Bend Summer Festival in downtown Bend that kicked off Friday, but it sure is this year, for a…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of July 10-16
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of July 10-16. We’re now in the middle of construction season!…
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Carly Colgan named new CEO of Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity announced that Carly Colgan has been hired as its new Chief Executive Officer. Colgan has…
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