REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Fire and Rescue is proud to announce its official recognition as a Peds Ready EMS agency by the Oregon Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Program. This designation reflects the department’s commitment to providing high-quality emergency medical and trauma care to pediatric patients in the Redmond community. The Oregon EMSC Program reviewed, verified,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — One chart jumps off the page in October’s Central Oregon home sales report from Beacon Appraisal Group – a noteworthy spike in how long it took to sell a Bend home. “I was kind of shocked by that,” appraiser Donnie Montagner told KTVZ News when asked about the 66-day median days
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares for Kids partnerships. We have six incredible community partnerships that we’re highlighting through a monthly segment called ‘Making a Difference’. This month we’re spotlighting Bethlehem Inn—a community-supported, high barrier emergency shelter nonprofit in Bend and Redmond. “Our mission is transforming lives together through shelter, help, and hope. And
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With temperatures dropping and winter winds sweeping through Central Oregon, Shepherd’s House Ministries is launching its annual Cold Weather Clothing Drive to help those facing the elements without proper gear. This week’s chilly weather has highlighted a growing need in the community. Many individuals are spending nights outdoors, exposed to freezing
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.A 17-year-old Redmond resident was arrested on assault and other charges Tuesday in the shooting of a Bend 18-year-old in the East Bend Safeway parking lot last Wednesday evening, police said.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond Senior Center has launched its year-end fundraising campaign, with a goal of raising $100,000 by Dec, 31. The funds will support the center’s vital programs and services that benefit seniors in the Redmond community, including Meals on Wheels, daily lunches, wellness programs, and various social and recreational activities, the organization
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REDMOND, Ore. {KTVZ} — After weeks of uncertainty, plans to open a managed camp in Redmond by winter are moving forward following approval from both the City of Redmond and Deschutes County to cover unexpected construction costs. The camp, a joint project between Deschutes County and the City of Redmond, saw costs rise significantly above
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It’s been more than a month since 43-year-old James Herrera was found dead near Lake Simtustus in Jefferson County. His death has been ruled a homicide, but so far, no arrests have been made.
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(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond woman was killed and two people suffered minor injuries in a crash at the intersection of Highways 97 and 370 on Redmond’s north end, Oregon State Police said Friday. OSP troopers responded around 2:45 p.m. Wednesday to the reported two-vehicle crash at the intersection. OSP’s preliminary
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Redmond has announced that the final segment of the reconstructed SW Reservoir Drive, from SW 43rd Street to SW 39th Street, reopened on Wednesday, wrapping up a two-year, $6.6 million project. The full project corridor, extending from SW Helmholtz Way to SW 35th Street, has been upgraded to
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A preschool in Redmond is stepping up to help its community by launching its own temporary food bank. Bright Adventures Preschool recently learned that more than half of its students’ parents are receiving SNAP benefits. In response, the school has opened a food bank to support those families and anyone else in
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REDMOND, ORE. {KTVZ} — Redmond’s Tuesday night city council meeting carried both personal and political significance, marking Mayor Ed Fitch’s first public appearance since undergoing heart surgery earlier this month. His return coincided with a key financial decision regarding the city’s Managed Camp project in East Redmond. The council voted to amend its intergovernmental agreement
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Update: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond School District is seeking applicants for three vacant positions on the Budget Committee. The Budget Committee is comprised of all five school board members and five appointed Budget Committee members. Budget Committee members are appointed to serve for three-year terms. The Budget Committee will begin meeting
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REDMOND, Ore. {KTVZ} — A plan to open a managed camp in Redmond by winter faced uncertainty after the Redmond City Council deadlocked in a split vote on October 14. The camp, a joint effort between Deschutes County and the City of Redmond, has seen its construction costs rise significantly over the original estimate. In
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Update: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — EquipmentShare, a leading technology-driven equipment rental and solutions provider across the United States, opened its new branch in Redmond Thursday, marking an important milestone in a statewide expansion. Here’s their full announcement news release: The company’s $185 million investment in Oregon is expected to create up to 120 new
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Thursday at Ridgeview High School in Redmond, three judges from the Oregon Court of Appeals paid a visit to hold oral arguments and answer questions from students about the work of the judicial branch. It’s part of an ongoing program where the court travels to schools across the state, allowing
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(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The BLM’s Prineville District plans to burn piles on nearly 100 acres near Eagle Crest west of Redmond, starting next Monday. BLM crews originally planned to start the 98-acre burn operation on Wednesday, but it was postponed, a representative told KTVZ News. “The burn reduces the potential for
Continue Reading REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Senior Center announced Wednesday a combined $10,000 in donations: $5,000 from the Samuel S. Johnson Foundation, represented by former Oregon State Senator Betsy Johnson, and $5,000 from The Shelk Foundation. In celebration of this community investment, Betsy Johnson is encouraging others to give during the month of November. All
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(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Heart of Oregon Corps kicked off a major fourth-quarter sprint Tuesday to raise the final $1.67 million needed to build Central Oregon’s first Youth Workforce Development Campus in Redmond. The organization’s leadership, staff and board will invest more than 400 hours in a campaign through Dec. 31 that includes four
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.A Madras man was arrested Thursday and was arraigned on several charges Friday after allegedly kidnapping and robbing a Prineville woman at gunpoint last weekend, Bend Police said.
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