Prineville Police warn residents to avoid suspicious substances outdoors
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As warmer weather draws more people outdoors, Prineville community safety officials are urging residents to remain…
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Small town, big pride: Prineville celebrates inclusion during annual Prideville festival
(Update: adding video, comments from board president) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A small Central Oregon town showed what “big pride” can look…
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Shane Wilson appointed as Prineville’s next Police Chief
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Prineville has appointed Shane Wilson as its next Police Chief. His appointment is set to become effective on July…
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Classic cars, planes, and bikes draw hundreds to Prineville Airport event
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of people gathered at Prineville Airport for the 2026 Wings and Wheels event, which showcased nearly 70 diverse…
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Medical emergency suspected in Prineville creek death
A man found dead in Ochoco Creek on Saturday morning likely died from a medical emergency, according to Prineville…
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Wheels and Wings returns to the Prineville airport Father’s Day Weekend
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Fourth Annual Wheels and Wings event is scheduled to return to the Prineville Airport on Saturday, June 20th. The…
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City officials talk of legacy and future goals after Prineville Mayor Jason Beebe resigns
(Update: adding comments from Prineville City Manager) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville Mayor Jason Beebe has announced his immediate…
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Deer disrupt traffic in Prineville, police urge caution on roads
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Prineville Police Department is urging residents to exercise extra caution on the roads as local deer once again…
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Health risks found in Prineville domestic wells, public comment sought by OHA
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is seeking public comment on a recently published draft health consultation report. The report…
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Crook county residents gain free, year-round mattress recycling drop-off site
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today, residents of Prineville and Crook County gained a new, permanent, no-cost option to recycle unwanted mattresses and…
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Prineville ticket wins $3.2 million Megabucks jackpot
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Someone in Central Oregon is waking up a millionaire this week after a winning Megabucks ticket worth $3.2 million was…
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Crook County contractor dispute moves from mediation to court
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (PRINEVILLE REVIEW) — A dispute between a Crook County homeowner and a Central Oregon contractor has escalated from a…
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Crook County High School seniors celebrate graduation in style with parade tradition
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School graduates celebrated their achievements today by taking part in a long-standing Prineville…
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Rising rodeo stars set to shine at Crooked River Roundup in 2026
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crooked River Roundup has announced the lineup of 2026 Young Gun contestants, a special feature event celebrating…
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Prineville BLM to close OHV trails this weekend for King of the Kastle side-by-side race
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management will temporarily close portions of the Millican Plateau and North Millican off-highway…
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Prineville’s Hank Simmons to lead Crooked River Roundup as Grand Marshal
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hank Simmons, a longtime community leader, businessman, and rodeo advocate, has been named the 2026 Grand Marshal of the…
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Bentz introduces bill to create new emergency access road and fire safe zones in Juniper Canyon
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) introduced legislation today in Washington, D.C., to improve public safety and wildfire…
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25-year-old man dies after fall at Barnes Butte in Prineville
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 25-year-old man died Saturday afternoon after falling from a rock formation at Barnes Butte Recreation Area, according…
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Prineville property owner fined more than $10,000 for unpermitted waste tire storage site
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ)— A Prineville property owner has been fined more than $10,000 after state environmental regulators said he continued…
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Zen Fire Containment Grows as Crews Make Progress on Suppression Efforts
Update: Central Oregon Fire Information is reporting the Zen Fire is now 40% contained, with the fire burning 1,500 acres. According to the latest…
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