PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rimrock Trails Treatment Services and the Kiefer Magical Legacy Fund announced the recipients of the 2026 Kiefer Leutschaft Memorial Scholarships on June 1st. Four graduating seniors from Redmond High School and Crook County High School each received a one-time $2,500 scholarship to pursue higher education in behavioral health and related fields.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Graduating seniors from the Jefferson County School District made a special stop this week. Graduates returned to their elementary and middle schools to walk the halls one last time– but this time they returned in caps and gowns. The district says it loves this annual tradition, and that it always brings lots
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BEND, Ore. — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office held its first annual awards ceremony Thursday evening at Caldera High School in Bend. The gathering took place to honor deputies, staff, and community members for outstanding service, leadership, and heroism across Central Oregon. The event featured a wide range of accolades recognizing various levels of exceptional
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John Carroll was a featured speaker at the Redmond Rotary Club discussing his background as a meteorologist. He walked the Rotarians through putting together a daily forecasts and of course fielded questions about today’s weather. John was presented with a special themed tie from Rotarian Joe Kosanovic. The tie has the signatures of all of
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union recently awarded a total of $77,500 in scholarships to 21 students across Oregon, including two students from Bend. The annual program aims to help students pursue higher education by addressing the rising cost of school and allowing funds to be used for various education-related expenses beyond tuition.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On May 13, 2026, 3 Sisters Equine Refuge in Redmond, Ore., received an orphaned foal named Rocky Balboa, who was immediately transported to Bend Equine Medical Center for critical care. Following initial life-saving efforts by Dr. Greer, a family offered their mare, Duchess, as a surrogate, providing Rocky with a new
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS) is launching its 2026 summer community golf season with new events and expanded opportunities for adaptive golf in Central Oregon. The season begins with an Adaptive Golf Community Clinic on May 28 and a Community Golf Kickoff BBQ on June 2, both held at Sunriver Resort Meadows
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Officer John Horvath, with the City of Bend Police Department, recently collected, repaired and donated bicycles to students at Bend Tech Academy and Bend High. He undertook this initiative on his own time to provide transportation to students in need. Bend-La Pine Schools recently posted this story on their FaceBook page.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — Cadets with the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) from Mountain View High School, La Pine, and Crook County are in Washington, D.C., and marched in the 250th Memorial Day Parade today. They also attended the National Memorial Day Concert on the West Lawn of the Capitol Building. The program provides leadership education
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend Senior High teacher is being recognized in OnPoint Community Credit Union’s 2026 Prize for Excellence in Education. Heidi Friesen, who teaches chemistry and physics at Bend Senior High School, was named the 9-12 Educator of the Year runner-up. Friesen will receive a $5,000 cash prize, and Bend Senior High
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s education program at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution is set to confer its first-ever associate degree awards. Nine students will receive their college degrees at the annual graduation ceremony on Tuesday, June 9th, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The ceremony will take place at the facility located
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BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Burns Fire and Police recently welcomed some special guests for a fun-filled, and educational day. Burns Fire says Juntura School students, teachers, and families came to the Burns Fire and Police departments for an exciting BBQ and tour. Everyone had a blast touring the station, emergency vehicles, and participating in the activities.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community radio station KPOV is celebrating its 21st anniversary with a Beatles Sing-Along fundraiser on June 26. The event, scheduled from 7-10 p.m. at The Commonwealth Pub in Bend, marks the return of a popular gathering after a 2-year hiatus. Tickets are currently on sale and are expected to sell out
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DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor’s sixth annual RendezVan festival achieved a 45% landfill diversion rate while also raising over $1,000 for The Environmental Center. The sustainability efforts were led by a Green Team, composed of Central Oregon locals and supported by a Subaru Cause-Marketing Grant and Mt. Bachelor’s Play Forever program. The four-day
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Police recently held a special ceremony, honoring a young hero. OSP, local fire, and EMS agencies gathered on May 16th to honor 8-year-old Emma for her extraordinary bravery following a serious crash on December 5th of last year. OSP says, after her family’s vehicle left the roadway, Emma realized her
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System today awarded more than $240,000 in Community Benefit grants to 45 local organizations in Central Oregon. The grants will support basic needs, help reduce loneliness and provide healthy, affordable food. The funding is part of St. Charles’ initiative to address key community needs across the region. The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cross-country runner Noah Coughlan made a stop in Central Oregon this week, meeting with local sheriff’s deputies as he continues his nationwide run honoring the American flag and supporting law enforcement. This final journey will cover 5,500 miles across 20 states. Coughlan’s expedition serves as a tribute to the American spirit
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than 800 community members attended Truck Time, a free event hosted by the Skylark Social Club in Bend on Saturday. The event provided young children with an opportunity to explore specialty vehicles and meet their operators. Truck Time serves as part of the Skylark Social Club, a new initiative from
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(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Old Mill District was filled with classic cars, custom builds, and vintage motorcycles Sunday as the Old Mill Classic Cruz returned for its second year. The event brought together car enthusiasts, local vendors, and families for a day organizers say is about more than just showcasing vehicles
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Summer Kickin’ Concert Series begins May 22 at General Duffy’s in Redmond. The series, which focuses on families, will feature Jacquie Roar as the headliner for its inaugural event. General Duffy’s Waterhole is putting extra effort into making the annual music series affordable and accessible for families with children in Central
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