REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Police Department is currently accepting applications for the 2023 Citizens Academy. The academy is an opportunity for give those living in Redmond an overview of the criminal justice system, an in-depth understanding of how their police department functions, as well as explore the roles of the Patrol division, Detectives,
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The Ochoco National Forest will be hosting the 28th Annual Ochoco National Forest Senior Fishing Derby on Wednesday, July 26. The derby provides a fun and free morning of fishing and prizes for participants 55 years of age and older.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center is proud to introduce Taylor Campbell as its new Executive Director. After an extensive nationwide search, the perfect candidate to take on the leadership of Central Oregon’s beloved animal shelter was found right here in Redmond! Formerly the Development Manager for BrightSide, Campbell brings over nine years of
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The High Desert Museum says it’s offering up the perfect gift opportunity — the chance to name the now-juvenile bobcat in the Museum’s care.
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Bend will have special visitors the last weekend of July as a Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Team will be in town, working with the Bend Park and Recreation District and Upper Deschutes Watershed Council to educate community members with Leave No Trace education, as well as to partner on restoration and stewardship projects.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A two-day closure is slated for Tuesday and Wednesday on Ben’s and Kent’s Trails segments leaving from Phil’s Trailhead to allow contractors to complete pre-work ahead of thinning operations this fall. Beginning Tuesday, Ben’s Trail will be closed from its terminus at Phil’s Trailhead west to the junction with MTB. Kent’s
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Here is ODOT’s Region 4 construction update for the week of July 14-21.
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Here’s the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays for July 14-20.
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Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of July 16-22.
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of July 17-23. For the Week of July 17 – 23: Brosterhous Road between Brentwood Avenue and Kobe Street for tree trimming work, moving single lane closure with flagging, expect delays, July 17 to July 19Woodriver Drive between
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Pacific Power Foundation has announced more than $200,000 in new grant awards to nonprofits and community organizations that support education and science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning opportunities in the communities Pacific Power serves. Through this funding, the Foundation seeks to open doors to opportunity now and in the
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Street Dog Hero says it has made some incredible changes this month at their Bend-based facility, dubbed ‘the Heroes Haven,’ with the hiring of three new part-time animal care technicians, as well as repainting the entire facility and installing new, large kennels for the dogs in their care.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Deputy District Attorney Andrew Doyle was awarded the Outstanding Prosecutor Award by the Oregon Narcotics Enforcement Association and the Oregon-Idaho HIDTA (High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas) on Tuesday during an award ceremony in Eagle Crest. This award recognized DDA Doyle for consistently developing and utilizing innovative and unique prosecutorial approaches to drug-related cases
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TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Over the Edge Taphouse at Crooked River Ranch and Perfection Plus Auto Salon in Redmond have presented the $4,000 they raised at Saturday’s Car Show Cruisin’ to Don DeLand, vice president of Honor Flight of Central Oregon. DeLand said such generous donations from the community allow the organization to take Central
Continue Reading SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters Ranger District and the Deschutes National Forest road crew are reconstructing the non-paved portion of Forest Service Road 16. The road, and access to the Three Creek Lake area recreation sites was slated to reopen on July 21; however, reconstruction is taking longer than anticipated. The new tentative opening
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La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — In January 2022, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office provided the City of La Pine with a dedicated patrol lieutenant, and in June 2023 the city and agency ratified a contract to provide a dedicated patrol deputy. Deputy John Ebner was selected as City of La Pine deputy. Deputy Ebner has
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Madras and Oregon Department of Transportation are hosting a public meeting Thursday evening to talk about the South Madras Concept Area Refinement Plan. The plan aims to address transportation safety, access and connectivity issues along U.S. 97 and U.S. 26 in south Madras. The agencies invite you to
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend is holding an open house on its plans to improve safety and accessibility for everyone who uses Olney Avenue between Wall Street and NE Second Street. The community is invited to attend an open house from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 18, at Pioneer
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network has received a $7,500 grant from Herbert A. Templeton Foundation. The funds will benefit children from low-income and ALICE households. According to United Way, ALICE households are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, with income above the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) but not high enough to afford essentials
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The American Red Cross Cascades Region says it continues to see a concerning trend – blood donations are being sent to hospitals faster than they are coming in. The Red Cross has collected about 50,000 fewer blood donations than needed over the last two months. Donors are asked to make an
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