MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Madras City Council is overseeing city management collectively after the recent departure of an interim city administrator, the continuing struggle to appoint a new police chief and now the resignation of the city’s finance director, officials said Wednesday. Here ‘s the details as laid out in a news release that
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We had the pleasure of seeing your adorable pets this week, from some silly cats to an adorable puppy experiencing his first day in the snow. Be sure to send us your cute, amazing and/or hilarious pet pictures for the chance to get featured in next week’s Pet Pics segment.
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John Carroll took the weather show on the road and stopped by to say hello to the students at High Desert Christian Academy in Prineville. The student are in the middle of their “Weather Unit” and were very curious about how television weather forecasting is different from other types of forecasting jobs. Great questions about
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Written by Katherine Cook & KGW: PORTLAND, Oregon — After a yearslong federal lawsuit, the Department of Justice has reached a settlement with Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation. Federal officials sued the live entertainment giant two years ago, alleging it held a monopoly over the live entertainment industry. But some states, including Oregon
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Right now, Bend native Anna Soens is in Milan-Cortina representing Team USA and Central Oregon at the Paralympic Winter Games. Over the weekend, Soens competed in the alpine downhill event but crashed early in her run and was unable to finish. In a heartfelt Instagram post, she reflected on the experience, writing
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, March 10th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.com.
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Pacific Power will host an online discussion today, March 10, 2026, at 1 p.m. to address wildfire safety and preparedness. The webinar will focus on steps taken to protect the electrical grid and ensure customer safety during the upcoming wildfire season. The meeting will provide details on the company’s comprehensive wildfire mitigation plan and current
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, March 9th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.com.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new monthly event called “Second Saturdays” will launch at the Old Mill next week, offering a dog-themed take on the downtown Bend’s “First Fridays” gatherings. The inaugural event is scheduled for March 14 from noon to 3 p.m. The event features an obstacle course specifically designed for dogs alongside various
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bella, a 2-year-old Newfoundland, is available for adoption at the Humane Society of Central Oregon. Bella is a gentle giant looking for a home familiar with the needs of her breed. Bella arrived at the shelter from a property that housed many other dogs and is now seeking a permanent environment
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth—through our 21 Cares for Kids partnerships. This month we’re spotlighting Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a national nonprofit with a Deschutes County chapter that works to ensure no child sleeps on the floor. “There’s a lot of people in town that
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Doug, a 4.5-year-old German Shepherd looking for his forever home at BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond! Doug is everything from fluffy to friendly. “We’ve been doing some dog pack walks with him to help… He is very eager to make friends. So he’s very excited,” said
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from the return of the Central Oregon Sportsmen’s Show in Redmond to First Friday Art Walks. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, March 6th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.com.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Baby Resources Program received a $500 donation this month through KTVZ’s Pay It Forward Program, to help local parents secure essential supplies. The Redmond-based charity provides clothing, diapers and other equipment for children up to age 8. The donation is part of a KTVZ initiative, sponsored by Mid-Oregon
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Bend Pops Orchestra will premiere a newly commissioned work titled “Return to Joy” at its spring concert on Sunday, June 7. The performance will begin at 2:00 p.m. at Mountain View High School in Bend. The event is free and open to the public as the orchestra debuts the piece, which
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Jesse, a third grade student at Evergreen Virtual Academy and is a fan of Social Studies and Science. Although we are in the middle of winter, Jesse is looking forward to the warmer weather. In her spare time she enjoys taking care of her lizards, all three of them, as well as doing backflips. At
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — New a new shuttle service to Portland could be coming to Bend. Pacific Crest Bus Lines is a local, veteran-owned company which offers intercity travel across the state. Their routes take people to several major destinations across Oregon, including Portland, Eugene, Medford and Salem. By utilizing grants and sponsorships, the company
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fred Meyer has launched a statewide “Pour It Forward” Cereal Drive to collect donations for local food banks. The fundraiser, which runs through March 10, encourages shoppers to donate new boxes of cereal to help families in need. The dive happens during National Cereal Day on March 7. Customers can participate
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, March 4th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.com.
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