Jr. Forecaster: Kaia enjoys math, dancing and the weather
Kaia is a seventh grade student at Sisters Middle School and is a fan of social studies and math. If you are going to get into news it is helpful if…
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UPDATE: Commissioners decide to postpone Map C decision by 2 weeks after hearing from Deschutes County residents
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — County Commissioners wrapped up 2 days of public input relating to the much debated Map C Plan to district Deschutes County into…
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‘Now’s the time to speak up’: Crook County School Board reminds community of survey on interim superintendent
Crook County School Board and District leaders are asking the community to weigh in as the board considers whether to appoint Dr. Joel Hoff as the…
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Snow Report: Mild and dry pattern continues
This season’s challenges continue as there is very little snow in the forecast. This season has only seen a few days of snow, robust, but very few.…
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Oregon lawmakers seek May vote on transportation funding bill
(Update: Adding quotes from Governor Tina Kotek, Christine Drazan) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)– House Speaker Julie Fahey and Senate President Rob Wagner…
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Freezing fog remains in areas of the high desert, clear south of Bend once again
Bend, Ore (KTVZ)— The freezing fog remains an issue in Central Oregon today as the mist is persistent. There is clearing in southern Deschutes…
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COCC Wins Major Federal Grant to Train Next Generation of Central Oregon Manufacturers
Central Oregon Community College (COCC) has received a $2,187,923 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to develop short-term certificates in…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, January 21st
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, January 21st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Foggy pattern remains across portions of the High Desert today
Freezing fog is trapped across much of the region, keeping temperatures chilly out there this morning. High pressure remains in control, keeping…
Continue Reading Snow Report: Mix of clouds & sunshine, dry pattern in place
Here’s some views from the mountain this morning. Seeing some clouds mixed in with the sunshine. Heads up if you’re heading to Mt.…
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Fog causes minor delays at Redmond Airport, officials urge travelers to plan ahead
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fog continues to hang over much of Central Oregon this week, and one of the biggest impacts has been at local airports. In…
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UPDATE: Most Bend, Deschutes County leaders back six-month extension of Juniper Ridge ‘safe stay area’
(UPDATE: Adding video and quote from Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A majority of Bend and Deschutes…
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Freezing fog remains across portions of the high desert, clear south of Bend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ)— There is a layer of fog trapped at the surface in a good portion of the region, with light winds and high-pressure overhead; the…
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Pet Pics: April is stuck between a toy and a hard place
‘You ain’t nothing but a hound dog’, playing like April all the time. Check out this submission from this week’s Pet Pics segment. April is showing…
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Central Oregon residents take part in ‘Walk Out for Freedom’ protest against ICE in Bend
Update: Video from Jan 20th protest in Bend BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Protesters gathered today in both Bend and Redmond as part of the ongoing…
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‘Thin’ snow coverage prompts Mt. Bachelor lift closures
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Warm, sunny weather continues across Central Oregon, with highs in the upper 40s and light winds. The mild stretch is melting…
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What’s a ‘corner crossing’? Hunters know, and two Central Oregon lawmakers want to make them clearly legal
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – State senators Mike McLane (R-Powell Butte) and Anthony Broadman (D-Bend), working with the Oregon Hunters Association,…
Continue Reading Snow Report: No new snow, but bluebird conditions early this morning
There is plenty of sunshine above 4300 feet so if you plan on traveling to the resorts, expect a great day. Look for the snow to be well groomed and…
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State Senator Broadman of Bend, colleagues to try again on bill to allow small Kei trucks on Oregon highways
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — State Representatives Virgle Osborne (R-Roseburg) and Alek Skarlatos (R-Canyonville) and Senator Anthony Broadman…
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Oregon bill would require home insurers to consider owners’ wildfire prevention efforts
Oregon homeowners who take steps to protect their homes from wildfire could pay less for property insurance under a southern Oregon state senator’s…
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