BLM plans to burn nearly 100 acres of piles near Eagle Crest
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The BLM’s Prineville District plans to burn piles on nearly 100 acres near Eagle Crest west of…
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Popular Oregon restaurant chain making a big comeback in Bend next month
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon food fans have something new to look forward to—Elmer’s Restaurant is opening its newest location in Bend on…
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Fall bird migration raises risk of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza; local backyard poultry flock euthanized
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As wild birds begin to migrate during the transition into fall, the risk for transmission of highly…
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Behind the Badge: Inside the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office
BEND Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has been in the headlines in recent years, but what most people don’t see is the work…
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Deschutes County is sending out this year’s property tax statements; here’s what to know
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is sending out 2025-2026 property tax statements this week. Property owners will…
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As shutdown hits 3-week mark, here’s a new look at the number of Oregon, local federal workers and their pay
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With unemployment reports paused due to the 3-week-old federal government shutdown, Oregon Employment Department Regional…
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Deschutes National Forest says it’s now hiring for wildland firefighter, other seasonal fire positions
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Deschutes National Forest of the USDA Forest Service said Monday it is now hiring for several seasonal positions, including…
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Discover Your Forest to host Winter Volunteer Information Night
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discover Your Forest, the non-profit partner of the Deschutes National Forest, is hosting the annual Winter Volunteer…
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‘Know Problem’ this November with a variety of free programs at the Deschutes Public Library
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Every great solution begins with a curious mind. Put on your detective hat and dive into “Know Problem” this November with…
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Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo returns with packed weekend of events
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Columbia River Circuit, part of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), is gearing up for an action-packed…
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Deschutes County Commissioners met with Circuit Court Judges to discuss issues on the Bench
(UPDATE: Added full story with quotes from Judge Wells Ashby and video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Commissioners met for their yearly…
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Deschutes Children’s Foundation, Mount Bachelor Rotary join forces for community clean-up
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Children’s Foundation (DCF) teamed up with the Mount Bachelor Rotary Club for a community service day, hosting…
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Deschutes National Forest plans up to 15,000 acres of pile burning this fall and winter; here’s where
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest announced Tuesday that firefighters plan to start pile burning season as early as this Wednesday,…
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Sign of the snowy season: ODOT closes the gates on the west side of McKenzie Pass
(Update: Adding video) EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Weekend snowfall over the Cascades has prompted the Oregon Department of Transportation to close the…
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Scam Alert: Deschutes County warns of recent ‘phishing’ emails that aim to steal your personal information
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County staff warned community members Tuesday of a recent email “phishing” scam and advised…
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Search ends in tragedy: Bend man dies after motorcycle crash in Horse Ridge area east of Bend
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man who went missing after a Sunday afternoon motorcycle ride was found dead Monday morning in the…
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Fall weather is here, but road projects continue around Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the Deschutes County Weekly Road Construction Update for the week of Oct. 12-18: Projects Administered…
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Mt. Bachelor gets more fall snow as travelers advised to watch for a slick wintry mix on the passes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The second snowfall in two weeks left a thin coat of white on Mt. Bachelor and in the Cascades Friday from a storm expected to…
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Deschutes County hires Holly Harris as new Health Services director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has hired Holly Harris to serve as its new Health Services Director. Harris has served as interim Health…
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Deschutes County seeks volunteer to serve on Budget Committee
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County on Wednesday invited community members to apply for an open position on the Budget Committee. Applications will…
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