Saturday- First Governor’s Debate Takes Place In Bend

Bend, ore. – Democratic Gov. Kate Brown, who took office when former Gov. John Kitzhaber resigned at the beginning of his fourth term last year, will debate Republican oncologist Bud Pierce, a political newcomer, in Bend Saturday night.

The campaigns have agreed to five debates before votes are counted Nov. 8.

DHM Research, a Portland polling firm, released details this month showing Brown held an eight-point lead over Pierce, with support from 43 percent of registered voters compared to 35 percent for Pierce. But the poll found Pierce is ahead or tied with Brown outside the Portland metro area.

WHEN: 6pm
WHERE: The Deschutes River Room at Riverhouse on the Deschutes in Bend
TICKETS: The event is free and hosted by the Oregon Territory Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.
HOW TO WATCH:KTVZ will air the debate live as well as on KTVZ.com