PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to Division Chief Russell Deboodt, Crook County Fire and Rescue was dispatched to the 1900 Block of NW Industrial Park Road for a RV Fire. Firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading beyond the vehicle. Division Chief Deboodt tells KTVZ News that one person was staying in the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — ODOT crews are actively engaged in various road construction projects throughout Central Oregon, impacting traffic in Deschutes County, Sisters, Terrebonne and Redmond. Work includes sign footing installation, curb ramp construction, striping operations and multiple road closures, with specific schedules varying by location. Crews are installing sign footings on Powell Butte Highway
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Energy Trust of Oregon has partnered with the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs over the last two years to complete more than 40 energy upgrade projects. These initiatives aim to address energy needs across the Warm Springs community, including improvements at High Lookee Lodge and the Warm Springs Fire and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — NeighborImpact is encouraging income-qualified households across Central Oregon to apply for weatherization services and free HEPA air purifiers. These services aim to improve home comfort, energy efficiency and indoor air quality as the region prepares for wildfire season. The program is providing HEPA air purifiers with replacement filters through a Healthy
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from a creator’s market, to the Beltane Moonlight Market, and the 2026 Mom’s Maker’s and Mimosa’s Market. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — An elderly man was transported to a hospital on Tuesday, May 5, after reportedly slipping and injuring himself on the Black Butte Trail Head. The incident was reported around 11:30 a.m., prompting a response from multiple local agencies. Multiple local agencies collaborated in the rescue operation after the initial report
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County School District 509J has received a three-year summer learning grant from the Oregon Department of Education. The funding will allow the district to sustain its summer programming for students at no extra cost. This initiative aims to strengthen literacy and support student success across all grade levels. The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prescribed burn ignitions on Pine Mountain, located 14 miles southeast of Bend, were cancelled for Thursday due to unfavorable conditions. The area remains temporarily closed to traffic and recreation. The Pine Mountain area closures include Forest Service Road 2017 and Pine Mountain Campground. These closures are expected to remain in place
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CORVALLIS, Ore. – A new study from Oregon State University scientists suggests that social media connections with strangers can contribute to increased loneliness among U.S. adults. The research, published today in Public Health Reports, is the first of its kind to focus on the impact of such interactions. This nationwide study involved more than 1,500
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KTVZ News recently welcomed a local Girl Scout troop, where young aspiring filmmakers learned the ropes of video production from the pros. Guided by Bend native Claire Elmer, the enthusiastic scouts delved into everything from filming techniques to weather casting, all while having a blast on the green screen.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A structure fire on NW Florida Avenue on May 6, 2026, rendered an original mill house uninhabitable, displacing two adults and two dogs. The fire, reported at 12:44 p.m., was determined to be caused by the improper disposal of oily rags. Bend Fire & Rescue reported the incident, noting the significant
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District staff presented information on recently completed and future forest health and fuels reduction projects at a board of directors meeting on May 5, 2026. The presentation addressed growing community interest in wildfire risk and protecting natural and residential areas. BPRD manages more than 3,000 acres and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon advocates are raising concerns about what they say are widespread issues with the Social Security Administration, calling the problem a nationwide challenge impacting people with disabilities and their support networks. Sam Robinson, Board President and Founder of Unity4Inclusion, says the organization has been hearing from families, caregivers, and service
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Prescribed burns are set to commence today across multiple locations in Central Oregon, including significant operations near Sisters, Bend and Crescent. These controlled burns, managed by local fire officials, aim to mitigate wildfire risks and enhance forest health. Residents in the affected areas should prepare for potential smoke and fire activity as these strategic burns
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Rick Atkinson will speak at The Tower Theatre in Bend on May 13, 2026, at 7 p.m. The Deschutes Historical Museum is presenting the event, which is timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Atkinson’s presentation, titled “Fate of the Day: The War for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild Central Oregon says that one of it’s own, Kylie Lanuza, has been awarded the 2026 Bob Sallinger Memorial Summer Fellowship from Bird Conservation Oregon! This fellowship honors the legacy of Bob Sallinger, a longtime Oregon conservation leader whose work combined science, collaboration, and a deep commitment to protecting wildlife and
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A solemn ceremony in Oregon honored fallen law enforcement officers on Tuesday. The annual Oregon Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony was held at the Oregon Public Safety Academy where the state’s memorial stands. The event brought together families, colleagues, and public safety leaders from across Oregon to remember those who lost their
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) Lieutenant April Huey of the Redmond Police Department has been elected as the first President of the Oregon Association for Women in Criminal Justice, an organization formed in March 2026. This new association is dedicated to supporting women working within Oregon’s criminal justice system. The Oregon Association for Women in Criminal Justice
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(Update: adding comments from COCC President) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College President Dr. Greg Pereira delivered a “State of the College” address Tuesday morning on the Bend campus — highlighting growth, challenges, and the institution’s impact across the region. Pereira emphasized a central message: despite ongoing challenges, Central Oregon Community College (COCC)
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire crews kicked off a prescribed burn Tuesday near Pine Mountain, just southeast of Bend, sending visible smoke across parts of Central Oregon. The operation is expected to continue through Friday, depending on weather conditions, and can be seen from Highway 20, Bend, and surrounding communities. What’s Burning The Pine Mountain
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