(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
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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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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center says it’s thrilled to partner with Subaru of Bend this October to celebrate Subaru Loves Pets Month, a nationwide campaign dedicated to helping shelter animals across the country. In support of this mission, BrightSide is hosting a special “Name Your Own Adoption Fee” Day on Wednesday, October 22,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond said Friday it has opened the third leg of the new roundabout at NE 9th Street and OR 126, allowing for traffic flow on NE 9th Street to the north. This follows the opening of the first two legs last month for traffic on OR 126 between
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Update: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The city of Redmond said Thursday it’s seeking applications to fill current vacancies on several city committees and commissions. Here’s the city’s full news release: Applications for youth ex-officio positions are also being accepted. Youth ex-officio positions were created to encourage youth involvement in city business and to
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Columbia River Circuit, part of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), is gearing up for an action-packed weekend celebrating the region’s top rodeo talent. The non-profit organization honors weekend and part-time rodeo cowboys who earn points at PRCA-approved rodeos throughout the designated “circuit,” which includes Washington, Oregon, and Northern Idaho.
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(Update: Adding video) EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Madras man who is a registered sex offender was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison Thursday for trying to persuade a purported “child” – actually an undercover Deschutes County sheriff’s deputy – to meet him for sex and to send him sexually explicit material. Ernesto Torres,
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(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Municipal Airport and Redmond Fire & Rescue will conduct a full-scale emergency response disaster training drill Thursday, October 23, beginning at 8:30 a.m., as required by the Federal Aviation Administration. Several emergency response vehicles and personnel will be onsite, and RDM officials said in Thursday’s announcement that
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(Update: Added full story and quote from Councilor Cat Zwicker) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond City Council met on Tuesday night. The meeting had a spirited and lively discussion surrounding the future of the homeless camp in East Redmond. Before now, there was an agreement between the City of Redmond and Deschutes County on a 50/50 split.
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Update: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Timbergon Modular says it is launching its newest modular home solutions in Redmond, “designed for flexibility, efficiency, and modern living.” “From ADUs (accessory dwelling units) and multi-family units to resort-style communities, these homes are built off-site for faster construction, less waste, and consistent quality,” the company said in Monday’s
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Behavioral Health has announced a used Clothing Bonanza for young adults aged 14 to 27 at The Drop locations in Bend and Redmond. The free event aims to support young adults as they prepare for colder months and upcoming social events. Participants can select from a variety of gently
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Update: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The City of Redmond has scheduled paving next week of the final section of the Reservoir Drive Improvement project between SW 39th and SW 43rd Street. The Work will occur October 15 through October 17 (weather permitting)., the city said in a news release Friday that continues in full
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hayden Homes has announced the grand opening of its new Support Center in Redmond, marking what it calls “a significant and continued investment in the Redmond community and in the company’s mission to expand affordable homeownership opportunities across the Northwest.” Here’s the rest of the Hayden Homes announcement we received Thursday: The
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Relatives of a Troutdale family of four killed by a drugged, sleep-deprived driver in a fiery head-on crash on Highway 97 north of Redmond two years ago have filed a $50 million wrongful death and negligence lawsuit against the driver, his employer and an insurance company.
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It’s time for furry friends, where we show you an adoptable animal at brightside animal center in redmond! This week we have a one year old australian shepherd mix named dexter! Dexter is everything you would expect from an aussie — high energy, ready to play, and extremely loveable! He is a curious puppy looking for an
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Update: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Chambers of Commerce and Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO) announced Wednesday the official launch of the Regional Business Alliance, a collaborative initiative uniting business voices across Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties. The RBA will serve as a unified advocate for pro-business policies, infrastructure investment,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A quiet night last Sunday in Redmond took a frightening turn when a resident’s front door was kicked in shortly after midnight. Blake Blevins says he was at home when someone tried to force their way inside. Video from his Ring camera shows the suspect running off moments later, and hopping
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) RootedHomes and arts education non-profit Caldera are inviting the Central Oregon community to the unveiling of a new, vibrant community mural created by local teen artists. The mural transforms a previously blank retaining wall near the future community garden at RootedHomes Rooted at 19th community in Redmond. The public celebration and unveiling
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