HAILED AS HEROES: Deputies brave freezing pond to rescue teens trapped under ice in Madras
(Update: adding video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two Jefferson County deputies didn’t hesitate to plunge into freezing, dangerously thin ice…
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Rudy’s Markets celebrates 50 years serving community with Gold Bar Giveaway, $100K Hunger Match
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rudy’s Markets Inc. is celebrating its 50th anniversary throughout 2026 with a monthly Gold Bar Giveaway and a $100,000 matching…
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Prineville pastor pleads no contest in shooting of neighborhood cat that left ‘Pumpkin’ permanently blind
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville pastor accused of shooting a neighborhood cat, leaving it permanently blind, entered a no-contest plea to an…
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Date set for manslaughter retrial of Ian Cranston, whose conviction in Barry Washington Jr. killing was overturned
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two weeks after Ian Cranston posted bail and was released from jail, a Deschutes County judge has set his fall retrial date on…
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OSP identifies Bend woman killed in head-on crash on Highway 126 near Powell Butte Highway intersection
Oregon State Police on Thursday released the victim’s name and other details of Wednesday’s head-on crash of a Jeep and box truck near the…
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Crook County School Board sets listening sessions on appointing Dr. Joel Hoff as permanent superintendent
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County School Board is inviting students, families, staff and community members to participate in a…
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Amid worsening national shortage of skilled workers, COCC shines spotlight on technical education programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The U.S. faces a projected deficit of 6 million skilled workers by 2032 in fields such as health care, construction and…
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Contractor data breach may have exposed the protected health info of thousands of Central Oregonians
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thousands of Central Oregonians soon will receive letters in the mail to inform them of a data breach at TriZetto Provider…
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Team USA Opening Ceremony sweaters made using Central Oregon wool, celebration planned in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shaniko Wool Company, located in the small town of Shaniko, Oregon, just north of Antelope, has been honored once again with an…
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FIT FURRY FRIENDS: New mobile dog fitness service opens in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dog owners, this one’s for you! There’s a new business in town that’s focused on fitness for your furry friend. Bend Barks…
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From Books to Bots: OSU’s High-Tech Delivery Boom
CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ)– Oregon State University is already recognized as one of the finest higher education institutions in the country. Now, it can…
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On eve of Oregon Legislature’s short session, budget crisis and transportation funding top lawmakers’ agenda
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting Monday, legislators from across Oregon will gather in Salem for a 35-day “short session” sprint to tackle some of the…
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend will extend its hours into the evening, to offer teens a safe space
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend said Wednesday they are extending their weekday hours to 7:30 p.m. to provide a safe space…
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Fire destroys shop at Crooked River Ranch, but firefighters keep the flames from reaching nearby home
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A fire Wednesday morning destroyed a shop at Crooked River Ranch, but firefighters were able to keep the blaze…
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Pole Pedal Paddle design contest winner chosen as online early-bird registration opens for 50th anniversary race
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and SELCO Community Credit Union are kicking off the 50th year of the SELCO…
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New Prineville medical spa focuses on natural results and patient-first care
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new medical spa, Prineville Aesthetics, has opened its doors in downtown Prineville, specializing in Botox, skin…
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‘Breaking down the barriers’: Madras man’s new non-profit among St. Charles Community Benefit grant recipients
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced Wednesday Community Benefit grants of more than $143,000 to 34 local organizations in…
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SELCO Community Credit Union to begin accepting applications for annual scholarship program
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union announced Wednesday that it will begin accepting applications on Sunday for nearly…
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Oregon DHS taking steps to protect rural access to SNAP benefits; Jefferson, Crook counties included
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting next Monday, Feb. 1, some people who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits and live…
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Bend’s Hawthorne Crossing bridge moves forward with new design and $32M in funding
(adding additional information; adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A long-anticipated bridge project aimed at connecting Bend’s east and west sides…
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