Jefferson County to Conduct Crucial Test of Emergency Alert System today
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department, in collaboration with Jefferson County Emergency Management, is set to…
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Decision 2026: Deadline looms for Oregon voters to register or change party affiliation
(Correction: Party Affiliation Deadline was Tuesday, April 28th) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The final day to register to vote or change party affiliation…
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12 regional tourism projects awarded grants by Visit Central Oregon, totaling $300k
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) Visit Central Oregon has awarded $300,000 in grant money to 12 regional tourism projects through its Central Oregon Future…
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Oregon State Marine Board conducts annual training for marine law enforcement in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Marine Board is conducting its annual marine law enforcement training in Jefferson County. The…
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Bend Factory Stores announces rebrand, new farmers market
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Factory Stores is rebranding as Elevation Bend, with a grand unveiling and the launch of the Elevation Farmers Market…
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Oregon man sentenced to prison for mail theft
HINES, Ore. (KTVZ) Patrick Wright, a 44-year-old man from Burns was sentenced today to 45 days in federal prison for repeatedly stealing mail.…
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Early morning structure fire contained to exterior of Madras home, all occupants safe
MADRAS, ORE. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Fire & EMS crews responded to a structure fire at a single-family home in the 600 block of NE Chapel…
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Madras redevelopment commissioner resigns, citing city issues and lack of transparency
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Following her April 15th resignation as commissioner of the Madras Redevelopment Commission, Janine Metteer is now citing…
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Cattle industry thrives at Central Oregon Livestock Auction
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Livestock Auction recently held a feeder sale, drawing a large crowd and featuring nearly one thousand…
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DUI suspect apprehended by K-9 unit after foot pursuit in Madras
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) 43 Year old Sir Charles Ariesis Williams was taken into custody on April 26th after leading law enforcement on vehicle and foot…
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SOS signal prompts hours-long search on Lookout Mountain Trail
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County Search and Rescue was activated Saturday evening for a possible SOS signal on the Lookout Mountain Trail.…
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OR Congresswoman Janelle Bynum introduces bills to safeguard SNAP and rural health centers
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Congresswoman Janelle Bynum and Alabama Congressman Shomari C. Figures recently introduced two pieces of legislation in…
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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office shares defensible space landscaping tips
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Transform your yard into a fire-resistant haven with these stunning plant options that not only enhance your home’s…
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Economic revival: Jefferson County climbs to 8th in state distress index from 1st
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County has demonstrated significant economic improvement, moving from the state’s most economically distressed…
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Free Talk: Peter Richardson on Rolling Stone Magazine’s Rise at OSU-Cascades
Peter Richardson, a journalist and author, will speak about his latest book, “Brand New Beat: The Wild Rise of Rolling Stone Magazine,” at Oregon…
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Oregon State Parks Commission approves $11M grants for recreational parks
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission held a virtual meeting on April 22 where it approved several grant recommendations…
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Fresh produce and community await at Bend Farmers Market’s, begins next week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Farmers Market will return to downtown Bend on Wednesday, May 6, marking the start of another season. The market,…
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Indian Head Casino hosting job fairs for food, beverage, and facility roles
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Indian Head Casino is hosting a series of job fairs this week, starting tomorrow, with opportunities in food and…
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Gas prices in Oregon and US rise, diesel prices drop
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Average gasoline prices in Oregon have increased 7.3 cents per gallon in the last week, now averaging $5.00 per gallon…
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Prescribed burns across Central Oregon: how agencies track smoke and protect air quality
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As prescribed burning ramps up across Central Oregon, state and local agencies say a combination of real-time monitoring,…
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