Kids’ Calf Scramble brings the fun at the Crooked River Roundup
PRINEVILLE, Ore. — KTVZ sponsored a crowd-favorite event at the 80th Crooked River Roundup: the high-energy Calf Scramble. During intermission,…
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Democrat Transportation Package dead, Central Oregon legislators still find success this session
(Update: Adding video, comments from Anthony Broadman) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Local legislators are reflecting on their time on the Oregon House and…
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Deschutes County Seeks Applicants for Interim Sheriff Role as Van der Kamp Resigns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp set to resign at the end of July, the county’s Board of Commissioners has…
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Forward progress stopped and most evacuation notices dropped, as a wildfire near La Pine is quickly contained
(Update: Adding video, Adding fire footprint map) LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriffs office dropped the Level 1 evacuation notices…
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4th of July fireworks in Redmond could look different if ban is approved
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to the ongoing weather conditions that are prime for vegetation and wildfires, Redmond’s City Council will be holding a…
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Nike says tariffs will cost it $1 billion before price increases, supply chain shifts
By: Gabrielle Fonrouge (CNBC) (CNBC) — Nike on Thursday said it expects sales and profit declines to moderate ahead, after the sneaker giant took…
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Family Night at the Crooked River Roundup Rodeo
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s a big week in Prineville as crowds roll in for the 80th Crooked River Roundup to celebrate…
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Reward offered for return of Idaho teens feared abducted by FLDS
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — An up to $5,000 reward is now being offered for information leading to the safe return of two missing Idaho teens,…
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Congresswoman Bynum to hold town hall in Redmond on Saturday, June 28th
(Update: Adding video) Washington, DC – On Saturday, June 28th at 11:00AM PT, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum…
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Bend Police Department Seeks Community Members for Advisory Council
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bend Police Department is now accepting applications for the Police Chief’s Advisory Council…
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Mt. Bachelor Opens for Summer Activities, Kicking Off Season with Live Music, BBQ, and Scenic Views
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor is officially open for summer activities today, June 26, with clear blue skies setting the…
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Prineville city officials were blindsided with news that one of their biggest employers, Owens Corning, would be closing its doors
PRINEVILLE, Ore. [KTVZ] — One of the biggest employers in Prineville is shutting down—without giving city leaders a heads-up – leaving 184…
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Owens Corning shutting down Prineville plant; all 184 workers to be laid-off starting in late August
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Owens Corning is closing its Prineville manufacturing facility in Central Oregon, marking a significant reduction in its local…
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Preparations are in full swing for the 80th Crooked River Roundup
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds are pouring into the cowboy capital of Oregon for this years Crooked River Roundup. The…
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‘Heartbroken’: Parents raise concerns over HDESD cuts affecting children with disabilities
(Update: Adding video, adding comments from parents, HDESD statement) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Parents, caregivers, and teachers are urging the High…
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County Commissioners to discuss “Potential Sheriff Transition” following van der Kamp resignation
(Update: Adding video, comments from county commissioners) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Deschutes County Commissioners will now decide Deschutes County’s…
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Fast-moving grass fire sparks in Redmond, named Canyon Fire
UPDATE: Per Watch Duty: Additional units are being called-off from the scene. REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A fast-moving vegetation fire has been reported…
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Bentz’s Bill Seeks Federal Land Transfer to The Dalles for Water Supply Expansion
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Congressman Cliff Bentz’s (R-OR) legislation aimed at transferring 150 acres of U.S. Forest Service land to the City of The…
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Bentz Opposes Large-Scale Federal Land Sales, Cites Need for Local Input and Proper Management
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Congressman Cliff Bentz (R-OR) expressed his opposition this week to proposals that would mandate the sale or disposal of…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Major Traffic Delays on U.S. 20 West of Sisters, Near Santiam Pass
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There are major traffic delays, west of Sisters near the Santiam Pass summit due to a crash. No further information has been…
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