Vice-Chair of Aquatic Board makes statment on recall petition
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Member of the Madras Aquatic Center board is making a statement in light of the upcoming special election. This August, four…
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Scattered storms possible today, stray showers Tuesday
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Mostly cloudy skies early in the day slowed down the heating process, so I don’t expect to see our high temperatures peak past…
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Peninsula Fire Update: Brush fire in Crooked River Ranch contained, goats helped slow the spread
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A fire broke out on Saturday in Crooked River Ranch that has since been fully contained. The fire was burning…
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There’s Good News: Bend-La Pine Schools receive 2 grants from ODOT for road safety
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Bend–La Pine schools has been awarded two grants from the Oregon Department of Transportation. The funding will create a Safe…
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Oregon gas prices continue to fall
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, Oregon drivers could be getting some relief at the pump. According to GasBuddy, the average price of regular gas in…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, July 6th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, July 6th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Vegetation Fire Sparked on Pilot Butte during Fireworks Show
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A small vegetation fire sparked on Pilot Butte during Bend’s fireworks show Saturday night. KTVZ News’ viewer Barron Sawyer…
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Warm Monday with a Chance for Isolated Afternoon Storms
While we have a clear, warm start to the work week on the horizon, there is a 20% chance of isolated afternoon storms popping up across the region on…
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Today continue our warmer than normal pattern as the mercury in the thermometer will rise into the upper 80s and low 90s once again. The region is…
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“Best Parade this city has ever had”: Redmond’s annual Fourth of July parade draws crowds and celebrates freedom
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Redmond, held its annual Fourth of July parade, Saturday, through downtown, kicking off Independence Day…
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Central Oregon 4th of July Forecast: Clear and Breezy Tonight
Dry and typical summer conditions will continue across Central Oregon for the rest of the holiday weekend, making for excellent outdoor conditions…
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America 250: Pilot Butte Closed for Bend’s 4th of July Fireworks Show
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pilot Butte is being prepared for Bend’s annual 4th of July fireworks show. It will feature more than 1,000 shells and a massive…
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Pet Pals: Meet Pelé, the One-of-a-Kind One-Eyed Kitten
Today’s Pet Pals guest was Pelé, an adorable 2-month-old kitten looking for a forever home. Pelé was raised in a loving foster home, where he…
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Heating up for the holiday weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Plenty of sunshine and a light breeze will define the day and will also define Saturday, the Fourth of July. The region will be…
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‘The Greatest Little Rodeo in Oregon’ Kicks Off 4th of July Weekend in La Pine
LA PINE, Ore. — The gates are officially open and the action is underway in southern Deschutes County for one of Central Oregon’s longest-running…
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Problem Solvers: Cattle Mutilations in Central and Eastern Oregon Remain a Mystery for Ranchers
Editor’s note: This story contains descriptions and images of animal mutilation that some readers may find disturbing. HARNEY COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) —…
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Bend’s Little Kits Early Learning Center shuts down, leaving families in need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Little Kits Early Learning Center in Bend, connected to OSU Cascades, permanently closed today, leaving local families searching…
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Warm Springs man sentenced to 15 years for child sex abuse
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Odysseus Japeth Tewee, a 20-year-old man from Warm Springs, Ore., was sentenced to 180 months in federal prison Monday.…
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Filtered sunshine today, warming trend into the weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Today will begin the warmup even as some mid to high level clouds arrive. These clouds will keep us from warming into the 80s…
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Save the Date: A weekend of 4th of July and America 250 events in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three patriotic local events, from the 99th annual Bend…
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