BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades announced this week it will offer a new bachelor’s degree in accountancy this fall to address the growing need for financial experts in Central Oregon and across the state. Here’s their full announcement: About 1,300 jobs are projected to open annually for accountants and auditors through 2032 in
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SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — As hot, dry temperatures continue, the Willamette National Forest will implement fire restrictions starting Friday, July 18. The Fire Danger Level across the forest remains “Moderate” and the Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) remains at level I. The fire restrictions apply to all lands within the forest, including the Three Sisters, Mt. Jefferson, Mt.
Continue ReadingREDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From traffic intersections to new business developments, park programs, drone shows. Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch bring us the latest and answers your questions on this months Ask the Mayor. Fitch appears on KTVZ News at Sunrise in the 6:30 a.m. segment on the third Thursday of every month. Make sure to submit
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The Oregon Legislature has approved $10 million to help advance the long-planned CORE3 training and response center in Redmond.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire has contained a fire that broke out at 2:35 PM in north Bend off Highway 97, near the homeless encampment known as “Dirt World.” According to Pulse Point, the fire appears to have been started from a vehicle. Dan Derklacki with Bend Fire told our reporter on the scene
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, smoke and air quality concerns are top of mind for many Central Oregonians. It’s important to remember to limit your time outdoors and think about your furry friends. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, pets with cardiovascular or respiratory disease are especially at risk. Here are a few signs to watch
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory for Wednesday for Klamath and Jefferson counties due to smoke from Hagelstein and Elk fires in Klamath County and the Cram Fire in Jefferson County. DEQ said it expects the air quality advisory to last until at least 10 a.m.
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ASHWOOD, Ore. (KTVZ) — Isabella Warren gave us the latest updates on the fast-growing Cram Fire during a KTVZ+ livestream Wednesday afternoon from one of two fire camps set up for hundreds of firefighters from across the region.
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Highland Fire burning in the Juniper Canyon area southeast of Prineville is now 75% contained and remains at 719 acres, officials said Thursday. Here’s what apparently will be the last daily update from officials on the fire that broke out in the Juniper Canyon area Saturday afternoon: Yesterday, task force
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Declaration allows responders to use all necessary and appropriate resources of the state to support wildfire response. SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek declared a State of Emergency on Wednesday due to the imminent threat of wildfire in an executive order that extends through the rest of the calendar year.“Oregon is already experiencing a
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BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Where there’s smoke, there’s probably fire! In fact, Central Oregon has one of the most intense wildfire seasons, and it’s not just about dealing with fire, it’s about dealing with smoke. How much does the smoke affect our skin and our bodies? Medical spa, EsthetixMD, has some answers. “The smoke can
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Food and Farm Alliance was recently selected through a competitive grant process to receive funding from Travel Oregon. Travel Oregon awarded nearly $6.2 million in grants to 65 organizations across the state, including $120,385 to the High Desert Food and Farm Alliance. HDFFA said Tuesday it will use this funding
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As wildfires continue to burn across Central Oregon, many of you are seeing hazy skies and smoky air. KTVZ News wanted to know why some towns are hit harder than others, and how you can stay safe.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — United Way of Central Oregon and the Local Emergency Food & Shelter Board have awarded $58,800 in funds to 10 organizations delivering essential food and shelter services across Deschutes County. This year, the Local Board made food access a top funding priority, with a particular emphasis on organizations serving children —
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wahlburgers is coming to the 105th Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo this summer, July 30 through Aug. 3. This marks Wahlburgers’ debut in Oregon, offering Oregonians their first taste of the chain’s award-winning burgers, house-made sauces, crispy tots and creamy shakes via a mobile Wahlburgers stand. “This is more than just a food stand
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to continued hot and dry conditions, as well as increased fire starts, the Deschutes National Forest said Tuesday it will include all wilderness areas under Stage 1 public use fire restrictions starting on Friday, July 18. Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Stage 1 public use fire restrictions prohibit open
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ASHWOOD, Ore. (KTVZ) — The firefight intensified Tuesday as the fast-growing Cram Fire prompted Highway 97’s closure and expanded evacuation alerts in Jefferson and Wasco counties. Isabella Warren of KTVZ News provided a mid-afternoon update streamed live on KTVZ+ to give us a look and the latest info from the front lines of this intensive
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(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s the heart of the summer driving season, but gas prices are showing little movement, AAA Oregon/Idaho said Tuesday in its weekly report. Most states, including Oregon, are seeing prices change by a nickel or less this week. Higher crude oil prices last week pushed the national average
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pacific Power’s Bend service area has experienced 14 outages since early May due to the use of “enhanced safety settings,” which make power lines more sensitive and are aimed at reducing the risk of wildfire, the utility’s affected customers were told. Here’s the text of an email they received: Outage Information
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As of Tuesday morning, containment of the Highland Fire in Crook County is now at 55%. All evacuation levels have been reduced to a level 1 or 2.
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