BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, the City of Bend is working on several street preservation projects. This week, they’re chipsealing some busy streets, including Mt. Washington Drive, Olney and Revere avenues, and Purcell Boulevard. Brosterhous Road from the railroad undercrossing to Windsor Drive is now closed for construction on the Azalia and Windsor Septic to Sewer Project.
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 29th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:Â https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore.(KTVZ) — Crews from Crooked River Ranch Fire &Â Rescue responded to a reported vehicle fire Monday evening and worked quickly to extinguish the blaze and ensure the scene was safe. The agency offered a reminder to stay alert while driving: if you notice smoke or flames coming from a vehicle, pull over
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members rolled up their sleeves Friday to honor the life and legacy of Redmond firefighter-paramedic Michael Kienzle by donating blood during a special American Red Cross blood drive.The event brought together family, friends, fellow firefighters, first responders and community members to continue Kienzle’s lifelong commitment to helping others. Organizers said
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the return of Balloons Over Bend all weekend long to a free plant swap happening at the Deschutes Central Library. 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, July 24th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:Â https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) BrightSide Animal Center, Redmond’s nonprofit animal shelter, has a new ‘Dog Day Out’ program, where community members can take a shelter dog out for a day on the town. Whether it’s walking around your block, a relaxing afternoon at home, a hike on the trails, or an adventure around town–even a few hours
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The community of Sisters is rallying to support firefighters and residents affected by nearby fires. Local businesses Lucky’s Woodsman and Sisters Athletic Club are offering free services to those protecting the area and anyone displaced from their homes. These community efforts come as fires in the region are getting closer to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild Central Oregon is once again stepping up to help out our local wildlife population. The nonprofit wildlife hospital says right now, wildfire season is affecting both people and wildlife across Central Oregon. As animals move to escape fire and smoke, we’re likely to see increased wildlife activity in unexpected places.
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue crews responded to a reported lightning strike during Thursday night’s thunderstorms (July 22nd). The agency reminds you that lightning can ignite vegetation and create fire hazards. If you see smoke or fire following a storm, call 911 immediately.
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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 at:Â https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A sudden and powerful storm swept through parts of Sunriver Wednesday afternoon, toppling trees, blocking roads and briefly trapping vehicles near the Sunriver Airport. According to Chuck Rosenfeld, who identified himself as part of the Sunriver Citizen Patrol, the storm hit around 3 p.m. following a thunderstorm that brought heavy rain
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond School District Nutrition Services has temporarily suspended most of its Summer Meals service at public meal sites. The suspension is a direct response to unhealthy air quality conditions in the area. The district implemented the temporary suspension to protect the health and safety of its staff, volunteers, and families. Only
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WHEELER COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Rowe Creek Fire, a complex of 12 separate blazes, continues to burn near Mitchell, straining firefighting resources across Oregon. Close to 600 personnel are battling the fire, which has left significant burn scars near the Painted Hills and reached the Fossil Beds National Monument. Statewide Resource Strain The state
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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 at:Â https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Jefferson County resident died in an ATV accident on private property while attempting to protect his home from the advancing Brewer Fire. Stacy Chiddix, 58, was operating his personal ATV on steep terrain when he was ejected. The ATV subsequently overturned and pinned him underneath. Friends who were with Mr.
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By: Justin AldermanPrineville, Ore. — High Desert Christian Academy has announced it will permanently close at the end of the month, bringing an end to what it claims is more than three decades of education in Prineville. In a Facebook post published late Monday night, July 20th, the academy thanked the community and confirmed that it
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the 31st annual High Desert Garden Tour at the OSU Extension Service in Redmond to a vintage pop-up market in Bend. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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HOOD RIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — On July 15th, 2026, Oregon State Police arrested Gregory Adam Polanski, 43, after he struck two Oregon Department of Transportation workers on a closed Interstate 84 off-ramp in Hood River and then left the scene. Polanski was booked into the Northern Oregon Regional Correctional Facility (NORCOR) on charges including reckless
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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 at:Â https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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