Beyond the Score: Episode 15
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On episode 15 of Beyond the Score we have live in studio interviews with Summit football coach Corben Hyatt and one of the…
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Oregon State Police launch statewide holiday traffic safety operation on Highway 97, surrounding highways
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Police (OSP) launched a large-scale traffic safety initiative Friday, ramping up patrols across Highway 97 and…
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Pet Pals: Keep your eye on sweet little Milo – he’s a heart-stealer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynsey Harris got to meet sweet little Milo, a kitten who’s been through a lot, but is ready to give his heart and attention to…
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Community Conversations: Scouts of America help Central Oregonians recycle their Christmas trees
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When the holiday lights come down and Christmas trees start shedding their needles, the Scouts of America are stepping in to…
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Furry Friends: Kodiac the handsome Husky can’t wait to meet you!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Kodiac, a 5-year-old Siberian Husky looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in…
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Sweet Santa: This week’s festive viewer-submitted photos
Capture the magic of the season! Join KTVZ and Advanced Northwest Welding for our Sweet Santa Photo Contest and share your best Santa snapshots for a…
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Save the Date: From a local Marker’s Market to a pet Christmas party, here are some events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a Maker’s Market in Redmond to…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, November 12th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, December 12th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Out & About: Sunrise sets frozen mountains ablaze
The beautiful landscape we call home here in Central Oregon was on full display this week in our Out and About segment. This photo from Brenda shows…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Grandpa Joe is the star of the show
Grandpa Joe was the only submission this week and it was a good one. He reeled in an impressive trout out of clear lake. Keep those Big Ol’ Fish…
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RE/MAX Key Properties continues holiday tradition helping local kids
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– RE/MAX Key Properties carried out its annual holiday tradition Thursday afternoon, stuffing stockings for children served by The…
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Bend’s NE Olney Avenue closure extended through January 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– One of Bend’s key east-west routes will stay closed longer than expected as construction continues near the railroad crossing…
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No snow, less dough: When fewer visitors come, Bend businesses say locals make a big difference
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For businesses, no snow means less dough in a town dependent on tourism and outdoor recreation. A late start to the ski season…
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Northwest ranchers, Sisters beef cooperative bring holiday comfort to Bend, other Ronald McDonald Houses
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the spirit of the holiday season, Sisters-based Country Natural Beef, the country’s largest rancher-owned beef…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, December 11th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, December 11th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler speaks on a decrease in graffiti, potential roundabout changes, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From a decrease in reported graffiti across town to potential changes to roundabouts, KTVZ News asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler…
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DCSO joins forces with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to serve a family in need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is celebrating a special act of kindness that helped a local family in need. During this…
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Junior Forecaster: Sawyer, a competitive skier, and soccer star
Bend, Ore (KTVZ)–Sawyer is in the 4th Grade at Miller Elementary School and enjoys reading and writing. Her favorite type of books are graphic…
Continue ReadingHoliday Lights: Welcome to the light party!
It’s that time of the year again! We share photos you’ve sent us of you getting into the holiday spirit and decorating your homes. Today we had five…
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‘Our goal was to simplify’: Deschutes County’s revised outdoor lighting rules take effect soon; here’s what’s changing
Earlier this year, Deschutes County amended its outdoor lighting ordinance to reduce light pollution and protect Central Oregon’s night skies…
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