KTVZ to launch new weekly sports show, “Beyond the Score”
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s athletes are stepping into the spotlight like never before. KTVZ is proud to announce the launch of its new…
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New details have emerged after the Crook County School Board previously authorized an OGEC investigation into high school principal, Jake Huffman over alleged ethics violations
(Update: Correction) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — New developments are unfolding after KTVZ News’ Tracee Tuesday, attended Crook County’s…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office joining others around Oregon, U.S. in ‘Click It or Ticket’ seat belt enforcement
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office, as well as agencies throughout Oregon, are urging drivers to buckle up during the…
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BLM advises that public access remains open on Teaters Road
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the busy recreation season begins, the Bureau of Land Management reminds visitors that Teaters Road remains open for…
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Crook County commissioners move forward with supporting Pacific Power proposed transmission line Route D
(update: adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – The debate surrounding PacifiCorp’s Blueprint South Transmission Line Project, continues. Crook…
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Ochoco National Forest starting prescribed burns, hazardous fuels reduction work this week
With favorable weather conditions in place, the Ochoco National Forest Monday it is beginning this year’s prescribed fire operations this week on…
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May Special Election: All you need to know as ballots arrive next week
Ballots for the May 20 Special Election soon will be going out to Jefferson, Crook and Deschutes County voters, including a variety of races and…
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Golf ‘Fore’ All: Explore Prineville awarded grant to launch adaptive golf program
RINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Golf in Prineville is about to become more inclusive. Explore Prineville said Tuesday it has been awarded a grant through…
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Crook County High School wins 2024–25 Oregon coaches’ 4A All-Sports Award – their first such honor in 43 years
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School has been named the recipient of the 2024–25 Oregon Athletic Coaches Association’s 4A…
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Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce unveils major remodel to kick off tourism season
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Prineville Crook County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Center is excited to unveil a stunning remodel of its…
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Ochoco National Forest warns public about spring runoff, hazards in wildfire-hit areas
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As temperatures rise and spring precipitation increases, the Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland…
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More than 11,000 Pacific Power customers have service restored after hour-long outage; cause determined
A utility maintenance crew accidentally caused a widespread Central Oregon power outage late Tuesday morning, knocking out service for about an hour…
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Crook County update: Rising water prompts short-lived flood alert, but evacuations no longer expected
Authorities warned the public Thursday about a threat of imminent flooding and possible evacuations for a few hours in some areas along Ochoco Creek…
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Two off-duty Crook County firefighters hailed as heroes after rescuing driver who plunged into South Santiam River
SWEET HOME, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two off-duty firefighters from Crook County are being hailed as heroes after rescuing a driver on U.S. Highway 20 who…
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Small slide prompts single-lane restriction on Mill Creek Road; Crook County officials urge driver caution
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A small roadside slide along Mill Creek Road has led to a temporary restriction to one lane in the area, Crook County…
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Conservation group seeks endangered species protection for rare flower found only near the Crooked River
PORTLAND, Ore.—The Center for Biological Diversity petitioned the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Thursday to protect the Ochoco lomatium under…
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Family Access Network hosts service partners at first Prineville Meet & Greet to discuss youth priorities
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network hosted its first Prineville Meet & Greet for service partners at the Crook County Public…
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Crook County HS Culinary Team captures second state title in three years; now it’s on to Nationals
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Crook County High School Culinary Team has once again demonstrated their culinary prowess, capturing their second state…
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Central Oregon has been state’s growth pace-setter this pandemic-challenged decade, Census Bureau estimates show
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon has been the state’s growth engine so far this pandemic-challenged decade, accounting for nearly half of the…
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Oregon House passes Rep. Breese Iverson bill to recognize Oregon Farmer and Rancher Day each March
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon House of Representatives passed House Bill 3141-A Tuesday by a vote of 57-1. Rep. Vikki Breese Iverson,…
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