SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two longtime members of the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District are being honored for their years of service and contributions to the community. Capt. Dave Wellington and Capt. Doug Meyer were recognized by fellow firefighters and district leaders, who highlighted their work supporting the department’s volunteers and future first responders. Fire Chief
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The sunny and dry weather will define the middle of the week as the heat also continues. Highs today will hit the 90s for the third day in a row, followed by the “peak heat” day on Thursday with mid-90s. The parched and tinder dry conditions are very dangerous and new
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re tracking a few hot days ahead for Central Oregon! Highs will reach the upper 80s to low 90s today as skies gradually become sunny. Be prepared for worsening air quality tonight as northerly winds blow wildfire smoke south through Central Oregon. Temperatures will peak on Thursday as highs rise to
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – KTVZ is partnering with NBC for Clear the Shelters, a nationwide campaign that promotes pet adoption and supports animal shelters across the country. Throughout the month, we’re highlighting local shelters and the different ways Central Oregonians can help animals in need. For decades, the Humane Society of the Ochocos has helped
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(Update: adding video, comments from Bend Privacy Alliance) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local privacy group is inviting Central Oregonians to learn more about technology used to monitor public spaces, including automated license plate readers, artificial intelligence, and other surveillance systems. The Bend Privacy Alliance will host a free community discussion, Surveillance in Our Community,
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WASHINGTON D.C. (KTVZ) — U.S. Democratic Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley demanded today that federal health and homeland security agencies immediately stop transferring Medicaid data to immigration enforcement officials following acknowledged court order violations. The demand follows an acknowledgment by the Department of Health and Human Services that it transferred protected Medicaid information—including records
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive donated a truckload of school supplies today to the Family Access Network, providing 100 backpacks filled with essentials for local students. This delivery follows a previous contribution from the charity earlier this year in August, when the group had previously donated another 100 backpacks which
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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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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Proficiency Academy has opened an expanded Forest Building in Downtown Redmond. The new space adds six classrooms and nearly 9,000 square feet to the campus, nearly doubling RPA’s instructional space. The historic building was transformed from a single-story structure into a two-story learning environment while school remained in session.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond High School is getting a $5,000 boost, and could be in line for a much bigger prize. The Panthers were randomly selected as a $5K Fridays winner through T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights competition, which celebrates small-town football and community pride. The school is now also competing for a $1 million football
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OREGON (KTVZ) Oregon Senator Ron Wyden is demanding answers about a $2 million payment made to a company connected to President Trump. Wyden is asking the commerce department to provide information about its relationship with South Korean company Base Group. Trump’s 2026 financial disclosure shows Base Group paid $2 million last year to the President’s
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — New childcare options are coming to the OSU-Cascades campus this fall, following the closure of Bend’s Little Kits Early Learning Center. NeighborImpact plans to open three Head Start classrooms at OSU-Cascades on September 8th, serving up to 33 children through state- and federally subsidized Head Start programs. The new classrooms will
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The hot patterns of summer come and go, but this season it does not help that the dry patterns are present as well. We are in the Extreme Drought Category in Central Oregon, so please be aware of any fire restrictions at your location. The Red Flag Warning is in effect
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Red Flag Warning will take effect for the Warm Springs area at noon today. Breezy westerly winds and very dry conditions could lead to rapid fire growth. Fire danger remains elevated across the region as the hot and dry pattern continues. Central Oregon is in the Extreme Drought Category, so
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Students participating in extracurricular athletics will require sports physicals for the upcoming school year, according to a recent back-to-school reminder. These physicals, which can be requested from health care providers during annual wellness visits using the OSAA form, are mandatory for all student participants.
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Open Arts Center will host a free art gathering for adults from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, allowing participants to connect with local artists and create work in a community setting.
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OREGON (KTVZ) — A Redmond middle school teacher who used SELCO funding to launch a Career and Technical Education shop class is encouraging other Oregon educators to apply for more than $125,000 now available through the credit union’s Regional Classroom Makeover and Creative Educator Grant programs. Applications opened Aug. 15 and close Sept. 30. The funding opportunities are provided
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OREGON (KTVZ) — Senior Oregon National Guard leaders traveled to the Grasshopper Fire camp near Tygh Valley today to visit Air National Guard members supporting wildland firefighting operations and thank them for their service. The Grasshopper Fire has burned more than 90,000 acres and was 47% contained as of yesterday. The fire camp supporting response
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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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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, a celebration of community, culture, and connection is coming back to Bend. Welcoming Week returns September 10th through the 19th, bringing events designed to highlight the people and cultures that make Central Oregon home. This year’s theme is “Stories We Share,” focusing on community voices and creating opportunities for
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