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Proposed McDonald’s Could Replace Former Shari’s Restaurant in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to online documents submitted to the City of Bend, there is interest to replace the former Shari’s Restaurant – along Highway 97 in Bend – and build a new McDonald’s.In 2024, Chick-Fil-A was interested in the property, however, the project did not move forward. In a pre-application meeting held in
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Dry start to July, warming trend will continue into the Holiday Weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The crisp pattern that began over this past weekend is gradually changing. The deep cool pocket of air that provide high elevation snow has moved well east. The slow progressing warm up will begin today. Highs Wednesday will top out in the middle 70s as we slowly warm to the 80s
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America 250: Sisters and La Pine mark America’s Independence with local 4th of July Celebrations
LA PINE/SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, communities across Central Oregon are preparing to celebrate with events that highlight both patriotism and local connection. In Sisters, preparations are underway for the annual Sisters 4th Fest, a free, family-friendly event at Village Green Park on July 4. The half-day celebration,
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Les Schwab Tires and Oregon Foundations pledge $1 million for wildfire support
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon Foundations and Les Schwab Tire Centers announced a partnership on June 30, 2026, to provide at least $1 million in wildfire preparedness support for rural communities. The initiative includes grants and a statewide tire donation program designed to bolster rural fire services and organizations ahead of a severe fire season. The
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, June 30th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, June 30th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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OHA Downgrades Health Advisory for Lake Billy Chinook Recreational Use, Risk for Pets Remains
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority has downgraded the recreational use health advisory for Lake Billy Chinook in Jefferson County, signaling reduced risk for people. While cyanotoxin levels are now below recreational guideline values for humans, a precaution remains in place for pets. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) originally issued the health advisory
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Tragic loss: Three firefighters die fighting Colorado’s Knowles Fire, identities released
MESA COUNTY, Colo. (KTVZ) — Three federal wildland firefighters died Saturday while responding to the Knowles Fire in western Colorado, officials announced. The incident also resulted in injuries to two additional firefighters. The fallen firefighters were assigned to the Rifle Helitack crew and were engaged in initial attack operations on the Knowles Fire when the
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First Pitch Forecast: Pleasant game day!
The Bend Elks take on the Walla Walla Sweets tonight! First pitch is at 6:35pm at Vince Genna Stadium. It will be a beautiful evening for baseball. Expect mostly sunny skies with temperatures in the 60s and 70s. Winds could be a little gusty at times, but overall it looks like a great night to
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Mostly sunny and mild end to June, warming through the week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re tracking a gradual warm-up through the week with dry conditions. We’ll end June on a cooler note, with highs in the low to mid 70s. That’s a few degrees below our average high of around 80 this time of year. Temperatures will fall into the 30s and 40s overnight under
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Chilly end to June, July starts our mild and dry, warmer for the holiday weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The month of June will be ending on a cooler than normal note as highs will be in the low to middle 70s. After a chilly weekend in the 50s and 60s we are on the rebound to get closer to normal today. The normal high temperature for late June is
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America 250: Central Oregon Communities Plan Full Slate of Activities for Independence Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon is preparing for a busy Fourth of July weekend as Bend and Redmond join celebrations marking America’s 250th birthday with parades, live music, family activities and fireworks. In Bend, the festivities kick off the morning of July 4 and stretch into the evening, with a slate of events that
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Governor Kotek praises Central Oregon’s collaborative efforts and accomplishments in reducing homelessness
(Update: adding statements from Governor Kotek, local leaders) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Governor Tina Kotek visited Redmond Monday to meet with Central Oregon leaders and service providers, highlighting what she called significant progress in reducing homelessness across the region. Kotek spoke at Shepherd’s House Ministries’ Redmond Center, where she thanked local providers, city leaders,
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This Just In: No Carnival Rides at Jefferson County Fair
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Jefferson County Fair Board announced on Monday, this year’s fair will not feature carnival rides. The fair’s carnival operator informed the fair board that due to a lack of employees, they would not be able to attend this year’s event. The fair board posted a video on Monday informing the
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Dishwasher sparks kitchen fire in Sisters, firefighters contain blaze
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District responded to a residential kitchen fire today, in the 69000 block of Goodrich Road in Sisters. The fire, which fire crews believe originated in a dishwasher, was quickly contained following a 911 call received at 1:04 p.m. Responding Cloverdale firefighters arrived to find flames involving
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Operation Dry Water underway as Oregon officials warn against boating under the influence
(KTVZ) — The Oregon State Marine Board, in partnership with marine law enforcement across the state, will participate in Operation Dry Water from July 3 through July 5. This nationally coordinated effort aims to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities related to boating under the influence of intoxicants. Boating under the influence of intoxicants,
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Mountain View Trap Shooting Team wins 2A State Championships
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mountain View Trap Shooting Team claimed both the Varsity and Junior Varsity 2A State Championships on June 28th at the Bend Trap Club. The team competed against more than 300 athletes from 14 schools in the 2A league to secure the titles. The championship event on Sunday showcased a broad
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Prineville Police warn residents to avoid suspicious substances outdoors
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As warmer weather draws more people outdoors, Prineville community safety officials are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious substances or items found in parks, trails, and neighborhoods. The Prineville Police Department says handling unknown substances can pose serious health risks, emphasizing the importance of keeping children and pets
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Weekly Gas Prices: Oregon average falls 20 cents in one week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Drivers across Oregon are getting some relief at the pump. According to GasBuddy, the average price of regular gas in Oregon has dropped nearly 20 cents over the past week, bringing the statewide average to $4.60 a gallon. That’s more than 61 cents lower than a month ago, though prices remain about
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