‘Legends Reloaded’ festival brings classic rock tribute acts to Central Oregon
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new music festival is set to bring the sound of classic rock to Central Oregon this summer. “Legends Reloaded” will…
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Shilo Inn Bend is one 3 Oregon locations which abruptly closed due to bankruptcy
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend’s Shilo Inn is now one of three Oregon hotels owned by the chain to close amid bankruptcy, the latest sign of deepening…
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Central Oregon’s Think Wild urges you to ‘BAT-ten down the hatches’ this winter, to prevent wildlife conflicts
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Winter is the most effective time to prevent wildlife conflicts before they start, Central Oregon’s Think Wild reminded property…
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Click It or Ticket: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office launches seat belt, child car seat enforcement blitz
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office are stepping up traffic enforcement over the next two weeks to keep…
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Watch for smoke: Crooked River National Grassland plans pile burning near Skull Hollow Trail, Campground
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crooked River National Grassland and Ochoco National Forest are planning prescribed fire operations this Tuesday…
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Homeless Leadership Coalition to begin week-long annual Point in Time Count across Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Homeless Leadership Coalition, Central Oregon’s Continuum of Care, will be kicking off the annual Point in Time…
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Local Democrat legislators address budget concerns and priorities at town hall meetings
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — We are just a handful of days away from the beginning of the 2026 legislative short session. As…
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Mount Bachelor’s avalanche dogs: Ensuring safety on the slopes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Avalanches are not only dangerous, but they can be life-threatening. That’s why ski resorts take the utmost precautions to…
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Local Cub Scouts enjoy friendly competition at Pinewood Derby
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local pack of Cub Scouts held their annual Pinewood Derby on Saturday. The Pinewood Derby is a classic Scouting event that…
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Mama Eva’s incredible transformation: From emaciated to adoptable
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center released a new update on Mama Eva. She’s the Cane Corso dog we told you about in our Problem Solvers…
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Several Deschutes County roadways will soon see speed reductions
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the Deschutes County Road Department, speed limits will soon be reduced on several County…
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Representatives Mark Owens and Vikki Breese-Iverson, Senator Mike McLane to hold virtual town hall
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ahead of the short legislative session beginning February 2nd, Representative Mark Owens, Representative Vikki Breese-Iverson,…
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Local arts groups win grant award
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Some local arts groups are getting some cash. The “Arts Build Communities” grants fund more than 50 organizations across the…
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‘Not a one-trick pony’: Central Oregon’s winter tourism sees only slight downturn due to low snow levels
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Despite this late start to winter, Visit Bend says the region’s winter tourism has not slowed down very much. It’s not just…
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Deschutes County seeks applicants for ‘sweat equity’ bin rentals, to dispose of wildfire fuels
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Natural Resources will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Sweat Equity Bin Rental Program on Sunday,…
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Central Oregon Legislative Town Hall Series arrives in Bend and Redmond
OREGON (KTVZ) — Senator Anthony Broadman, Representative Emerson Levy, and Representative Jason Kropf will be hosting legislative Town Halls this…
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‘Now’s the time to speak up’: Crook County School Board reminds community of survey on interim superintendent
Crook County School Board and District leaders are asking the community to weigh in as the board considers whether to appoint Dr. Joel Hoff as the…
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Oregon lawmakers seek May vote on transportation funding bill
(Update: Adding quotes from Governor Tina Kotek, Christine Drazan) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)– House Speaker Julie Fahey and Senate President Rob Wagner…
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UPDATE: Most Bend, Deschutes County leaders back six-month extension of Juniper Ridge ‘safe stay area’
(UPDATE: Adding video and quote from Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A majority of Bend and Deschutes…
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Central Oregon residents take part in ‘Walk Out for Freedom’ protest against ICE in Bend
Update: Video from Jan 20th protest in Bend BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Protesters gathered today in both Bend and Redmond as part of the ongoing…
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