Madras Police Department unveils fresh new design for patrol vehicles
(Update: Adding video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — For the first time in nearly 30 years, the Madras Police Department is unveiling a bold new look for…
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Central Oregon communities’ Veterans Day parades, events honor and salute those who have served our country
Central Oregonians are joining the nation on Monday’s Veterans Day in saluting and celebrating the many veterans who have served our country and…
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Donald Trump supporters celebrate president-elect’s win with a victory lap around C. Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Election night was five days ago, when Donald Trump won and was declared the 47th president. On Sunday, Central Oregonians…
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St. Charles Madras to host Native Market, Warm Springs land acknowledgment presentation
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members throughout Central Oregon are invited to a day of celebration in recognition of Native American, American…
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Madras, Corvallis, Lakeview DMV offices closed Thursday due to staffing issues
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to staffing issue, the Madras, Corvallis and Lakeview DMV offices will be closed Thursday, November 7. Much of the Oregon…
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Special Report, Pt. 2: Past cheerleaders share their stories of Madras coach’s alleged physical, emotional abuse
Fifteen-year-old Maria Koertje found her passion at the age of 11 when she joined Madras Pep and Cheer, coach Ashley Manteiga’s first…
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Several parents accuse Madras cheer coach of physical, emotional abuse; coach denies their claims
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Multiple allegations against a Central Oregon cheer coach have some parents fearing for the safety of their children, but the…
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Pickup driver topples power pole in early-AM crash on Hwy. 97 in Madras; downed lines, repairs prompt detour
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A pickup driver left southbound Highway 97 at the south end of Madras and knocked down a power pole early Thursday morning,…
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Staffing issues close Madras DMV office Thursday
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to staffing issues, the Madras office of Oregon DMV is closed Thursday, officials announced. Much business with DMV can be…
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Portland-area man facing DUII, menacing charges after pedestrian hit-and-run at Madras Pub & Deli
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Portland-area man who brandished a gun during an altercation at a Madras pub, then allegedly struck the other man with his…
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T-Mobile presents $50,000 Hometown Grant for Madras Elementary’s big playground makeover
T-Mobile on Monday officially presented a $50,000 Hometown Grant to the Madras Elementary School playground makeover, bringing fundraising close to…
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Project to remake Madras Elementary Schoolyard as accessible community park gets boost from T-Mobile Hometown Grant
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – One of the nation’s largest cellphone and network providers is giving a boost to the effort to redesign and turn the Madras…
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After 13 years, Heart of Oregon Corps closing Madras Thrift Store training program
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Heart of Oregon Corps announced Tuesday the closure of its Thrift Store training program in Madras after 13 years of…
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Staffing issues prompt Thursday closure of Madras DMV office
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to staffing issues, the Madras Oregon DMV office was closed Thursday, the agency said. Much business to be conducted with…
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Redmond PD: Security video key in arrest of Madras man charged with burglarizing sushi restaurant, hobby shop
Thanks in part to cloud-based security video, Redmond Police detectives and officers arrested a 34-year-old Madras man on burglary, theft and…
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Jefferson County Fire & EMS receives Port of Portland’s donated aircraft firefighting vehicle, just in time for airshow
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Fire & EMS has received a very special donation of an Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle from…
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ODFW opens registration for free youth pheasant hunts happening statewide in September
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Youth hunters (age 17 and under) who will have completed hunter education by the time of the event can sign up now for the…
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Elk Lane Fire west of Madras now 91% contained; Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office lifts all evacuation zones
Just over a week after lightning ignited the Elk Lane Fire west of Madras, prompting evacuations and a fierce battle amid heat and shifting winds,…
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Federal funding bills advance out of committee, include $3 million for COCC’s Madras Campus expansion
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Senator Jeff Merkley, as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced he secured critical investments for Oregon…
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Five dogs perish in Madras mobile home fire, firefighters rescue 2 others; resident to hospital with smoke inhalation
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A resident was taken to the hospital with possible smoke inhalation and five dogs perished in a Madras mobile home fire…
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