Central Oregon’s hot spell brings a risk of heat-related illnesses, such as heatstroke
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With triple-digit heat such as what areas of Central Oregon are experiencing this week, the risks of heatstroke go way up.…
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New fire on Deschutes National Forest west of Sunriver, Lolo Butte stopped fast at less than an acre
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ ) — With everyone watching closely for any new smoke amid very hot weather, a new wildfire was halted quickly on the Deschutes…
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Old Mill District, Hayden Homes Aphitheater and Commute Options partner in ‘August Car-Free Commute Challenge’
(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – World-class shows at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, walking along the river trail, patio…
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Oregon estimates $15 billion Oregon impact from Trump budget cuts; Governor Kotek decries ‘needless, callous hardship’
SALEM. Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek announced Monday that the budget reconciliation bill backed by the Trump Administration and passed by…
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Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation earns Silver Certification, opens registration for 2025-26 winter season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation said Monday it’s proud to announce that this spring, they were awarded Silver…
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SELCO to start taking applications for $125,000 in educator support, including grants, classroom makeovers
EUGENE, Ore.) — SELCO Community Credit Union will once again support educators with up to $125,000 through its two flagship educator programs, each…
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Canal Fire near Redmond’s Roberts Field burns 23 acres, reaches 30% containment; officials say it was human-caused
A wind-fanned, human-caused wildfire dubbed the Canal Fire broke out Sunday afternoon near Redmond’s Roberts Field and scorched 23 acres before…
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Red Cross issues advice to stay safe during extreme heat
We’re expecting some extreme heat the next couple of days across Oregon and SW Washington. The American Red Cross urges everyone to take three…
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New preschool opens in Redmond, student spots still available
Redmond Preschool is now enrolling infants and toddlers. For families who qualify, there’s an opportunity for students to attend at no…
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Chevy Fire in Madras contained, evacuation notice dropped after swift response by firefighters
The Chevy Fire sparked just after 12:30 Saturday afternoon on vacant land off Highway 97 in Madras. Officials say a mini excavator working in dry…
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Sisters Rodeo is accepting applications for its 2026 Rodeo Queen Contest
(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Do you have what it takes to represent the western way of life, lead with poise and…
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Central Oregon animal shelters are joining national ‘Clear The Shelters’ event throughout August
Since 2015, NBC Universal’s nationwide pet adoption initiative, Clear The Shelters, has helped nearly 1.2 million pets find their forever family.…
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Deschutes County Deputy DA Stacy Neil honored as Oregon’s Sex Crimes Prosecutor of the Year
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Supervisory Deputy District Attorney Stacy Neil received the Oregon Sex Crimes Prosecutor of the Year Award…
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Public steps up to quickly adopt most of a dozen Toy Australian Shepherds surrendered by Tumalo-area owner
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Humane Society of Central Oregon, said Friday it was seeking to find loving homes…
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Crook County will hold a Juniper Canyon community meeting to present preferred access alternative
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County is in the process of updating its 20-year Transportation System Plan (TSP), a critical roadmap that will…
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Problem Solvers: Neighbors, workers sound off as busy Galveston corridor on Bend’s westside is set to see major new additions
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Galveston Avenue corridor on Bend’s westside has blown up with businesses and visitors. Now,…
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New owners of historic ‘Bakery Building’ on Bend’s Galveston Avenue corridor plan major upgrades, including new restaurant space
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — While reporting on the growth and gridlock on Bend’s Galveston Avenue corridor, the Problem Solvers learned from the owners of…
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Early-morning break in and theft at Crook County Fair has Prineville Police searching for two suspects
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Prineville Police are asking for the public’s help in an early-morning break-in and theft from several vendors at the…
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Applications now open for Sisters Rodeo Queen Contest
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Do you have what it takes to represent the western way of life, lead with poise and grit, and carry the rodeo tradition into…
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“The Big Dill”: September pickleball tournament at Widgi Creek will support Deschutes Children Foundation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Deschutes Children’s Foundation has it’s first ever pickleball tournament, it’s called The Big Dill. It’s happening at Widgi…
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