Sisters businesses offer help to firefighters and evacuees
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The community of Sisters is rallying to support firefighters and residents affected by nearby fires. Local businesses Lucky’s…
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There’s Good News: Think Wild Central Oregon dedicated to helping wildlife recover through wildfire season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild Central Oregon is once again stepping up to help out our local wildlife population. The nonprofit wildlife hospital…
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Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue responds to lightning strike during Thursday night storm, offers reminder for residents
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue crews responded to a reported lightning strike during Thursday night’s…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, July 23rd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, July 23rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Strong storms down trees, traps vehicles near Sunriver airport
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A sudden and powerful storm swept through parts of Sunriver Wednesday afternoon, toppling trees, blocking roads and briefly…
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Air quality forces shutdown of several Redmond School District meal sites
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond School District Nutrition Services has temporarily suspended most of its Summer Meals service at public meal sites.…
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FIRE ALERT: Inside the Line, The Rowe Creek Complex Fire
WHEELER COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Rowe Creek Fire, a complex of 12 separate blazes, continues to burn near Mitchell, straining firefighting…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, July 22nd
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 22nd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Jefferson County resident killed in ATV crash amid Brewer Fire response
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Jefferson County resident died in an ATV accident on private property while attempting to protect his home from the…
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High Desert Christian Academy announces permanent and sudden closure
By: Justin AldermanPrineville, Ore. — High Desert Christian Academy has announced it will permanently close at the end of the month, bringing an…
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Save the Date: 31st annual High Desert Garden Tour, Threads & Tunes vintage pop-up, and more events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the 31st annual High Desert…
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Man arrested after striking two highway workers on I-84 off-ramp
HOOD RIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — On July 15th, 2026, Oregon State Police arrested Gregory Adam Polanski, 43, after he struck two Oregon Department of…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, July 17th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 17th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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KTVZ News promotes Kelsey Merison to Evening Anchor, Assumes new role with Lee Anderson on August 3rd
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,…
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Ask the Mayor: Redmond’s Ed Fitch responds to questions regarding cannabis dispensaries, firework usage, and more
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From questions regarding the amount of cannabis dispensaries allowed within city limits to reports of illegal firework usage…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, July 15th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 15th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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City of Madras looks to reclaim business loan
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Madras is seeking to settle an outstanding loan of approximately $1.2 million from Initiative Brewing. The city…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, July 14th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, July 14th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Tribute to fallen soldiers ride through Central Oregon, honoring military heroes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The sound of motorcycles carried a message of remembrance and gratitude through Central Oregon as Tribute to Fallen Soldiers…
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This Just In: Wanted Suspect, Gabriel Dean Christensen, Arrested
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gabriel Dean Christensen, 41, was arrested yesterday evening in Bend after a pursuit at the Stillwater Crossing Apartments.…
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