City of Madras and Jefferson County launch collaborative strategic planning process
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras and Jefferson County said Tuesday they are proud to announce the kickoff of a collaborative strategic…
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Madras High School wins $5,000 from T-Mobile “Friday Night 5G Lights” program
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ)– T-Mobile announced Madras High School was chosen to get $5000 through the Friday Night Lights 5G lights program. It’s part of…
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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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Senator Ron Wyden plans an Aug. 16 town hall in Madras, one of five he’ll hold around Oregon this month
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced Thursday that he will hold open-to-all town halls this month in Polk, Jefferson,…
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Bye-bye, old mattress: Free recycling locations arrive in Central Oregon under new state law
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents now have access to a growing network of mattress recycling options that include free drop-off for…
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Les Schwab donates tires to Latino Community Association to keep active seniors safe on the road
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Latino Community Association is thanking Les Schwab Tires of Madras for recently equipping its 12-passenger Savana van…
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‘New direction is necessary’: City of Madras names interim police chief after ousting Police Chief Timothy Plummer
(Update: Statement regarding Police Chief Tim Plummer’s exit from the Madras Police Department) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Madras City Council voted…
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Fire Chief: Property owner mowing grass hit a rock, sparking fire NE of Madras that prompted evacuations
Crews working in brisk winds quickly tackled and stopped the spread of a brushfire northeast of Madras Thursday afternoon that Jefferson County Fire…
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Bucking the trend: St. Charles opens community pharmacy in Madras
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles’ new community pharmacy in Madras opened to the public on Monday, bucking the nationwide trend of pharmacy…
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Two small brushfires tackled in SE Madras, where Level 1 pre-evacuation alert is now lifted, and Crooked River Ranch
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two small brushfires broke out at midday Thursday in Madras and Crooked River Ranch and were quickly being tackled by fire…
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Madras Pioneer awards Yashira Chavero 2025’s ‘Amazing Kid’ honor for Jefferson County
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Madras High Senior known for her leadership and tenacity, has won the 2025 Amazing Kid for Jefferson County. Her photo and…
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Madras Police issue dozens of citations, make 2 arrests during high-visibility holiday weekend traffic patrols
Madras, OR – Over the course of the Memorial Day weekend, the Madras Police Department conducted enhanced traffic enforcement as part of the…
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75% of staff will be laid off after Madras Aquatic Center permanent levy fails to pass – again
Just over 50 percent of Jefferson County voters who took part in Tuesday’s Special Election voted for the Madras Aquatic Center Recreation District…
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Central Oregon honors the fallen: Memorial Day observances planned across the High Desert
Update: Adding video. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians will be honoring service members who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country at…
Continue Reading Madras Police Department plans speeding, ‘Move Over Law’ enforcement patrols over Memorial Day weekend
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Memorial Day weekend, the Madras Police Department will be conducting High-Visibility Enforcement patrols, with a…
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KTVZ to launch new weekly sports show, “Beyond the Score”
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s athletes are stepping into the spotlight like never before. KTVZ is proud to announce the launch of its new…
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NAMIWalks, mental health awareness community events coming up Sunday in Bend and Madras
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians are lacing up and doubling down to advance the cause of “Mental Health for All” at this…
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Senator Merkley hosts three Central Oregon Town Halls
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Senator Jeff Merkley held three town halls for Oregonians in Jefferson, Crook, and Deschutes counties on Saturday. “There…
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More Central Oregon beef returning to your table soon with planned Madras-area meat processing facility
More home-grown beef should be returning to Central Oregon shelves in coming years as The Symons Beef Company soon will start building a…
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Caught on video: Madras Police seek tips to find whoever threw concrete block through financial institution’s window
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Madras Police released a security video Tuesday as they seek the public’s help in a vandalism investigation after someone…
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