Crook County High School seniors celebrate graduation in style with parade tradition
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School graduates celebrated their achievements today by taking part in a long-standing Prineville…
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Rising rodeo stars set to shine at Crooked River Roundup in 2026
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crooked River Roundup has announced the lineup of 2026 Young Gun contestants, a special feature event celebrating…
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Prineville’s Hank Simmons to lead Crooked River Roundup as Grand Marshal
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hank Simmons, a longtime community leader, businessman, and rodeo advocate, has been named the 2026 Grand Marshal of the…
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Four Central Oregon students awarded Kiefer Leutschaft Memorial Scholarships
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rimrock Trails Treatment Services and the Kiefer Magical Legacy Fund announced the recipients of the 2026 Kiefer…
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Bentz introduces bill to create new emergency access road and fire safe zones in Juniper Canyon
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) introduced legislation today in Washington, D.C., to improve public safety and wildfire…
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25-year-old man dies after fall at Barnes Butte in Prineville
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 25-year-old man died Saturday afternoon after falling from a rock formation at Barnes Butte Recreation Area, according…
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Prineville property owner fined more than $10,000 for unpermitted waste tire storage site
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ)— A Prineville property owner has been fined more than $10,000 after state environmental regulators said he continued…
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Prineville approves transfer of remaining Ochoco Pointe lots from Pahlisch to Lennar
(Update: adding comments from Prineville Planning Director) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville housing development is moving forward with a new…
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Central Oregon NJROTC cadets represent the region in Washington, D.C. Memorial Day Parade
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — Cadets with the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) from Mountain View High School, La Pine, and Crook…
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Happening Next: Learn About Homeownership Opportunities at an Affordable Home Fair
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents are invited to a free Affordable Homeownership Fair on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at…
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Crook County Democrats oppose animal rights petition that could restrict hunting, fishing and agriculture
PRINEVILLE, Ore. — Crook County Democrats are taking a firm stand against a proposed Oregon ballot measure they say would go too far. The local…
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Central Oregon Drug Enforcement team busts meth dealer in Prineville
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 65-year-old Prineville man, Rocky Lee Klein, was arrested Tuesday, May 12, 2026, on SE Juniper Canyon Road on suspicion…
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Crook County Fire and Rescue closes outdoor pile burning, moves to summer burning restrictions
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to Crook County Fire and Rescue, outdoor debris pile burning closed on Saturday, May 9th. Summer burning…
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There’s Good News: Paddy Pint Road Race boosts Prineville schools with $5,000 donation
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Paddy Pint Road Race, Prineville’s annual running event, donated $5,000 to the Crook County School District on April…
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‘Stop the Bleed:’ Learn to manage bleeding emergencies with Crook County Fire & Rescue
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County Fire and Rescue and St. Charles Prineville are collaborating to offer a free “Stop the Bleed” class on…
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Bowman Museum presents interactive historical experience for the community
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bowman Museum will present “Interviews with Our Past,” a free program bringing local history to life through a live,…
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Meta cutting 66 jobs in Prineville as contract ends, says most workers may be rehired
(Update: Adding more information from Meta on the new vendor and the rehiring process.) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A contractor working with Meta…
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Crook County moves forward in addressing ongoing concern over potential water contamination
County leaders in Crook County are bringing in a third-party to look into groundwater concerns related to Knife River operations, as neighbors and…
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Prineville’s annual Dam Run race donates $3,000 for student athletes.
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Foundation has announced a $3,000 contribution to it’s scholarship fund by the Dam Run. The Dam Run…
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Prineville’s curated market: A day of crafts, culinary delights, and community
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As warmer weather approaches, local artisans and food enthusiasts are gearing up for the curated Market in Prineville on…
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