Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Adrielle Hasara highlights three local events, from the Friday Night Races at Mount Bachelor, “What’s Your Wild Ride” Car Show in Redmond, The River’s Place Free Swing Lesson For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College student government will offer several paid positions for students seeking to develop leadership skills and represent their peers on campus. Interested individuals can learn more and apply through the college’s student life website.
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 21st: Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Heat Advisory remains in effect today for most of Central Oregon and the Columbia River Basin east of the Cascades. Today marks the end of our stretch of 90-degree temperatures. It will still be hot, but not quite as hot as Thursday. Clouds will increase throughout the day, with a
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Sir Rattles is still waiting to find his forever home! This talkative cat has plenty to say and enjoys showing affection with gentle headbutts. Sir Rattles has lived in a foster home with other cats, but he also appreciates having his own space. Because of a medical condition, Sir Rattles can
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TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — For some Central Oregon families, healing can come from an unexpected place–the back of a horse. At Healing Reins in Tumalo, equine-assisted therapy and outdoor-based services are helping people facing physical, mental and emotional challenges. The nonprofit has served Central Oregon since 1999, but leaders say the organization has experienced significant
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has opened its first managed homeless camp in Redmond. The new site will serve around 36 people. Located next to Oasis Village, another transitional housing program, the site offers an alternative approach to assist individuals who are unable to access traditional shelters or other resources. The camp is managed
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As severe drought forces unprecedented irrigation shutoffs, Central Oregon residents, water officials, and lawmakers are confronting a system built during the settlement of the West.
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BEND, Ore. — From checking air quality before heading outside to changing vacation destinations overnight, wildfire smoke is factoring into summer plans for people across the Northwest.For Kevin Piro, visiting Bend from Lake Oswego with his two young children, checking air quality has become part of his daily routine.“I’m checking the air quality pretty much
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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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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drivers in Redmond should expect a full intersection closure starting next week. The city says NW 19th Street and NW Maple Avenue will be closed from August 27th through September 4th. Crews will reconstruct the pavement as part of the city’s traffic signal project at the intersection. Signed detours will be
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OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Aviation and the Oregon Department of Emergency Management are issuing a joint warning instructing drone operators to avoid flying over or near active wildfires. Unauthorized drone flights force emergency aircraft to halt operations, delaying fire suppression efforts and increasing risks to crews, nearby communities and infrastructure. Firefighting planes
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OREGON (KTVZ) — A proposed constitutional amendment protecting hunting, fishing, and other traditional activities is moving forward in Oregon. Initiative Petition 25, known as the Oregon Freedom Amendment, has been sent to Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield to draft a ballot title and summary. Supporters say the measure would protect rights to hunt, fish, farm,
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras has selected three finalists for its next police chief. The finalists are Jeffrey Hattersley, Adrian Passadore, and Perry Phipps. The city is inviting the public to meet the candidates Monday, August 24th, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Madras City Hall. Residents will also have an opportunity to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 47-year-old Bend resident was arrested Thursday on suspicion of luring a minor for sexual conduct and online sexual corruption of a minor. Collin Evan Fogel was taken into custody following an investigation involving an undercover officer. Bend Police received an initial report on July 31 after a man approached a
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OREGON (KTVZ) — More than 2.5 million acres have already burned across Oregon during this record-setting fire season. Right now, the Bureau of Land Management is urging people to use extra caution on public lands as wildfire restrictions remain in place across Oregon and Washington. The BLM says restrictions vary by location and can include rules
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz will host a town hall meeting on Aug. 27, in Prineville. The public gathering will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Barnes Butte Elementary School. The meeting will focus on recent firefighting efforts and Wildfire Recovery Assistance Programs in Crook County. Attendees will also
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s 2026 wildfire season set a state record with nearly 2.5 million acres burned, surpassing the previous record of approximately 2 million acres. During the historic season, NASA researchers deployed to Central Oregon as part of the INSPYRE mission to study fire-generated clouds. The severe fire season prompted crews nationwide and
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – A Heat Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for most of Central Oregon and through the Columbia River Basin east of the Cascades. Highs will reach the middle to upper 90s today and the middle 90s Friday. Low end advisory levels for Central Oregon, so make sure to
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