Deschutes County to conduct pile burning southwest of Bend in coming weeks
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Natural Resources will conduct winter pile burning near the Seventh Mountain Resort and Points West…
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Bend Fire & Rescue’s Santa Express is back to collect donations for Salvation Army; here’s where and when
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning on Friday, Bend Fire & Rescue’s Santa Express will visit neighborhoods around Bend to collect donations of food,…
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DONATIONS ENCOURAGED: Free gift wrapping service in Bend returns thanks to Oregon nonprofit
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you in need of some extra help this holiday season? Between decorating the house, buying gifts, and planning your holiday…
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ODOT to host Hawthorne Crossing Project open house in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Transportation is hosting an open house for the community on Tuesday, December 2nd to educate…
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Small Business Spotlight: The Monterey Company creates all things custom in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days of the year—as many are looking ahead to the holidays and checking gifts off…
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‘I Like Pie’ run draws over 5,000 participants with new location and competition
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Five thousand Central Oregonians bundled up Thanksgiving morning for the annual I Like Pie run in…
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‘Right treatment at the right time’: City of Bend highlights street preservation efforts and winter preparations
Bend’s relatively new transportation utility fee is changing how the city maintains and clears its streets — from fresh pavement in the summer…
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KIDS Center asks the community to give families ‘Hope for the Holidays’
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This holiday season, Central Oregonians can give a child and family much-needed support by taking part in…
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2,500 MILES: Austin man walks from Texas to Oregon for mental health, on track to reach Bend this weekend
(update: adding video, comments from Alex Bradley) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – An Austin man walking more than 2,500 miles to honor his best friend and…
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Thanksgiving help in Central Oregon, deals and support
BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — For many Central Oregonians, the cost of Thanksgiving this year feels tougher despite some good news on food prices. Rising…
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Find One-of-a-Kind Holiday Decor at Super Thrift’s Christmas Village in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– If you’re looking for unique holiday décor you won’t find anywhere else, head to the Christmas Village at Super Thrift in…
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Thanksgiving Grand Buffet happening at Bend’s Riverhouse Convention Center
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you have not made your Thanksgiving plans, it’s not too late. There’s going to be a massive banquet in Bend, with some of…
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Bend’s Jennifer McCaffrey named Old Mill District’s 2025 Winter Art Series Artist
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Whatever you do, don’t put Jennifer McCaffrey in a box. Known for her expressive oil paintings, McCaffrey, the artist…
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Olympic Pipeline partially reopens as Oregon gas prices edge up before busy holiday travel week, AAA says
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Gas prices remain relatively calm ahead of Thanksgiving, but the Oregon average has ticked up due to this month’s outage…
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Holiday and year-round scams hit Central Oregon hard—here’s how to stay safe
BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — As the holidays approach, scammers ramp up their efforts to deceive consumers—and Central Oregonians are among the many…
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NW Bend woman accused of arson at her home faces hearing on mental fitness before case proceeds
A Bend woman was arraigned on arson and other charges in Deschutes County Court, accused of setting fire to her home in northwest Bend. 33-year-old…
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Bend Fire & Rescue hosting food drive for NeighborImpact to combat food insecurity during the holidays
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From now through Dec. 12, Bend Fire & Rescue invites the community to bring non-perishable food…
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Shepherd’s House to offer Thanksgiving dinners in Bend and Redmond, and is seeking food donations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the season of gratitude and giving approaches, Shepherd’s House Ministries is reaching out to the compassionate and generous…
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Problem Solvers: Central Oregon Childcare Facility Under Investigation by State Agency Following Accusations of Mistreatment and Neglect
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local child care facility is under investigation by the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care following allegations of…
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Thanksgiving break starts here with free LEGO fun at Dakota’s Brick Shop!
BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Looking for something festive and fun to do this weekend? Dakota’s Brick Shop in Bend is hosting a special LEGO make-and-take…
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