JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students with JCMS Discovery FFA spent nearly an hour cleaning up their school grounds. They pulled weeds around the campus as part of a fundraiser they called the JCMS Discovery FFA Weed-A-Thon. The event raised money for FFA trips, activities, supplies, and other student expenses. Organizers say the effort gave students
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CENTRAL OREGON — (KTVZ) With Election Day just one week away, ballot returns in Central Oregon are running ahead of the pace recorded during the 2022 midterm election.An early look at Oregon Secretary of State data shows more ballots have been returned in Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties compared with the same point in the
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Human remains were found Saturday near an Indian Health Services facility in Warm Springs, prompting an investigation by tribal police and the FBI. The Warm Springs Police Department said it received a report of possible human remains around 10:53 a.m. in the area of the facility at 1270 Kot-Num Road.
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CULVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two Culver residents were arrested Wednesday afternoon after law enforcement officers seized a commercial quantity of methamphetamine during a drug investigation in Jefferson County. José Miguel Gomez, 45 and Kristen Marie, 41, face charges of unlawful possession and unlawful delivery of methamphetamine, according to authorities. The arrests followed a multi-month investigation
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Central Oregon — Communities across Central Oregon are marking 25 years since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with memorials and displays honoring the lives lost.In Prineville, a 9/11 memorial display is set up at Town Plaza and on the Crook County Courthouse lawn along Third Street. Organizers say the display will remain open to
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Developing now, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has released its monthly report for August. The sheriff’s office responded to 883 calls for service, including 104 in Culver, 50 in Metolius, and 37 in Crooked River Ranch. Deputies made 138 traffic stops and issued 20 traffic citations. The office also reported 89
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(Update: adding video, comments from intern, fire chief) CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A grant is helping Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue complete work that Chief Sean Hartley says can be difficult for a small district to fit between emergency calls: maintaining a consistent connection with the community. The district received a $3,000
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Fire and EMS crews came to the rescue of two dogs that became trapped in a pond and could not get out on their own. They shared photos of the rescue on their FaceBook page. First responders were dispatched on a public assist call after the dogs were
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The skies over Madras will come alive with precision jets, aerobatic maneuvers, and historic warbirds as the 26th annual Airshow of the Cascades returns to the Madras Municipal Airport Friday and Saturday. Organizers describe the event as more than an airshow. The two-day festival combines aerial performances with aircraft displays, rides,
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Next, a black bear was spotted in Crooked River Ranch on Tuesday. The sighting was reported around 7:30 a.m. on SW Mare Place. Oregon State Police and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife have both been notified. Officials are reminding people not to approach or bother the bear.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, most evacuation levels in Jefferson County have been lifted following the Rowe Creek Complex. The only area still under an evacuation level is SE 19th and the southern half of NE 18th. Those areas remain at Level One — Be Ready. All other evacuation levels and zones have been lifted.
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local business is giving back to Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue. Over The Edge Taphouse donated $3,414 to the fire district. The money was raised through Bingo nights and other community events. Fire officials say the donation will help support local firefighters and thanked Over The Edge
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three new medical residents joined the Three Sisters Rural Track Program in Madras this week to focus on rural family medicine. Drs. Nathaniel Cheney, Jolene Gremel and Patrick Roach will provide care for up to 1,200 patients annually in Jefferson County primary care clinics and at St. Charles Madras. The residency,
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(Update: adding comments from OSFM, Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue, video) CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — As firefighters are sent across Oregon to battle wildfires, small departments must balance the broader call for help while ensuring they have enough personnel to respond to emergencies at home. Crooked River Ranch Fire and Rescue shares
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(Update: adding comments from fire official, updates, and video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Round Butte Fire is one of the newest of several significant wildfires burning across Central Oregon, but the threat isn’t always obvious from the sky. Even with relatively clear conditions in town, firefighters say the same winds helping push smoke away
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore.(KTVZ) — Crews from Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue responded to a reported vehicle fire Monday evening and worked quickly to extinguish the blaze and ensure the scene was safe. The agency offered a reminder to stay alert while driving: if you notice smoke or flames coming from a vehicle, pull over
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Jefferson County School District has canceled all summer programming for Monday, July 27, citing rapidly changing wildfire conditions and ongoing evacuations in the area. The closure affects all sites across the district, including Madras Elementary, Bridges High School and Madras High School. Summer meal services will also be unavailable for
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Hot, dry weather, low humidity, and occasional gusty winds continue to keep fire danger very high across Central Oregon. With several active wildfires already burning, it only takes one spark to start another.Here are a few simple ways you can help protect our communities:Prevent human-caused sparks. Avoid mowing dry grass during the hottest part of
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Jefferson County Fair is currently underway, offering classic fair attractions and entertainment despite ongoing wildfires in the area. The fair will continue through Saturday. The community has gathered for the annual celebration, which features classic fair food, vendors and a live rodeo. Four-H participants are showcasing their sheep, cows and
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UPDATE: ODOT has closed US 97 northeast of Madras due to the Ten Mile Fire JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — A civil authority issued a fire warning for Jefferson County today. The warning includes a Level 3 “GO NOW” immediate evacuation order for specific areas of the county. The alert is effective from 1:47 p.m.
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