JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Fire and EMS crews came to the rescue of two dogs that became trapped in a pond and could not get out on their own. They shared photos of the rescue on their FaceBook page. First responders were dispatched on a public assist call after the dogs were
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Madras teen is celebrating a major scouting milestone. Giovanni Martinelli started scouting ten years ago as a Wolf Cub Scout, and now he’s earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He’s also the first Eagle Scout from Jefferson County in 15 years. For his Eagle Project, Martinelli designed and built two
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Kiwanis Club of Redmond is getting a $25,000 boost toward a new playground! The grant from the Kiwanis International Foundation will help fund a playground at the new Redmond Hub. The center is expected to open in early fall. The grant brings the Kiwanis Club’s three-year fundraising total to $143,000
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Firefighters at the Rowe Creek Complex got a special visit this week from some four-legged friends. Volunteers with Go Team Therapy Dogs brought four dogs to fire camp over several days. Aspen, Zelda, Chloe, and Rocky, along with their handlers, helped bring some smiles and a little joy to crews working long shifts away
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) A Central Oregon community is stepping up to help people impacted by the Spokane fires. Residents of Crooked River Ranch donated needed items through a partnership between Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue, Over The Edge Taphouse, and the Crooked River Ranch Homeowners Association. The donations were delivered this past
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Good News from Think Wild Central Oregon! A juvenile Cooper’s hawk is back in the wild after nearly four weeks of rehabilitation. The hawk was rescued in west Bend in late July after striking a window. After recovering from its injuries, the bird successfully passed flight and live-prey testing and was
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BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Young people in Burns are getting hands-on experience helping protect their community from wildfires. On August 11th and 12th, the Burns Fire Department partnered with the High Desert Partnership Youth Internship program on wildland fuel mitigation projects. The students also got a look at another side of emergency response. After completing
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local business is giving back to Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue. Over The Edge Taphouse donated $3,414 to the fire district. The money was raised through Bingo nights and other community events. Fire officials say the donation will help support local firefighters and thanked Over The Edge
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools gets a boost for student safety, with two grants aimed at making it easier, and safer, for kids to walk and bike to school in La Pine. The Oregon Department of Transportation awarded Bend-La Pine two grants through its Safe Routes to School program. The first funds a safe
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville’s coming together this weekend for Faith & Blue, a community event focused on connection and fellowship. The event takes place August 22nd and 23rd at Pioneer Park, with food, activities, and opportunities for community members to spend time together. Organizers say the event’s about building relationships and celebrating the community. Faith & Blue
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A young golden eagle is back in the wild after more than six weeks of rehabilitation in Bend. The eagle was rescued near Summer Lake in June after being found unable to fly, with severe damage to the feathers on its right wing. Think Wild treated the bird, and replaced three
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UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon National Guard crews are making a big difference in the fight against the Hagen Fire in Umatilla County. Black Hawk and Chinook helicopters are dropping water on the fire, helping ground crews slow the flames and protect nearby communities. So far this season, Oregon National Guard aircrews have made
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s good news, and it comes from our friends at Think Wild! An adult female garter snake arrived at the wildlife hospital in early June. She was found outdoors barely moving with multiple puncture wounds, and other injuries consistent with a possible cat attack. After more than two months of treatment and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families affected by the recent Central Oregon wildfires are being invited to enjoy a free day at the movies this weekend. The community event will take place Sunday (August 9th) at McMenamins Old St. Francis School in Bend, and is open to families impacted by the fires. Organizers say the day is meant
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DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The United Way of Central Oregon today announced it awarded $49,000 in Emergency Food & Shelter Grants to ten local nonprofit agencies. The funding will support financially vulnerable residents across Deschutes County. This funding, originating from Deschutes County video lottery revenue, is distributed by the United Way of Central Oregon
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) BrightSide Animal Center, Redmond’s nonprofit animal shelter, has a new ‘Dog Day Out’ program, where community members can take a shelter dog out for a day on the town. Whether it’s walking around your block, a relaxing afternoon at home, a hike on the trails, or an adventure around town–even a few hours
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild Central Oregon is once again stepping up to help out our local wildlife population. The nonprofit wildlife hospital says right now, wildfire season is affecting both people and wildlife across Central Oregon. As animals move to escape fire and smoke, we’re likely to see increased wildlife activity in unexpected places.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News is excited to announce the promotion of Kelsey Merison to evening anchor. Merison will begin her new role on Monday, August 3rd. Since returning to Oregon from Montana, Merison has helped people throughout Central Oregon start their day as co-anchor of KTVZ News at Sunrise. Through her current role,
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CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Special Olympics athletes returned home to Central Oregon with dozens of medals after competing in the Oregon Special Olympics State Summer Games in Corvallis, earning top finishes across golf, track and field, and bocce ball. Our local athletes combined to win 10 gold, 9 silver, and 4 bronze medals,
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Today marks National Lineworker Appreciation Day, recognizing the men and women who ensure communities remain powered and connected. These essential workers are being honored for their dedicated service, often performed under challenging and hazardous conditions. Lineworkers often respond to emergencies and accidents, operating similarly to first responders who are on call at all hours. Their
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