Jefferson County Fair Board meeting set for Wednesday
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — As communities across Central Oregon move into fair season, the Jefferson County Fair Board is gearing up for a busy year…
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Mt. Bachelor hosts Passholder party
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor is teaming up with Bend Brewing Company for a Passholder Party this week, giving season passholders a chance to…
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Problem Solvers: Culver School District Superintendent to resign after numerous complaints prompted investigation
Culver School District Superintendent Stefanie Garber is stepping down from her position at the end of the current term. Her resignation follows a…
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St. Charles expands cardiology team to meet rising demand
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced, it’s boosting its cardiology services with nine new specialists joining in 2026. The…
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Hoodoo Ski Area announces Wednesday closure for ‘assessment day’
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area announced it will close the resort on Wednesday, February 4th, for an assessment day as forecasts do not look…
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Oregon Revenue Chair’s agree to proposed Revenue Deal, ODOT Funding Still Uncertain
(Update: Added quotes from Senator Anthony Broadman and Representative Emerson Levy. Correction, proposed deal was made by leaders of the Revenue…
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UPDATE: Prineville reckless driver suspect named, arrested, and in jail
(Update: Naming suspect, Announcing Arrest) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville police stop early Saturday morning led officers and Crook…
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Kiwanis clubs launch ‘Battle of the Buns’ baby wipe drive
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Local Kiwanis clubs in Central Oregon are sparking friendly rivalry with the “Battle of the Buns,” a baby wipe collection…
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Oregon corrects tax credit error affecting early filers
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue says its free online filing tool, Direct File Oregon, has been updated to fix an error that…
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Veterans ski weekend brings healing and camaraderie to Mount Bachelor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Veterans’ mental and physical health remains a major concern. According to a 2023 Veterans Affairs report, roughly 31%…
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Sunriver Women’s Club raises nearly 60K for “Power of Giving: End Hunger!” Campaign
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Women’s Club has raised nearly $60,000 as a part of its “Power Of Giving: End Hunger” Fundraiser. The club says its…
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Central Oregon prepares for 2026 Point in Time Count to address homelessness
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — J Bar J Youth Services is partnering with the Homeless Leadership Coalition and regional nonprofit agencies to conduct the 2026…
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Veterans with disabilities unite for Adaptive Sports event at Mt.Bachelor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Adaptive Sports will host its 19th annual Heroes Weekend at Mt. Bachelor from Jan. 29 to Feb. 1, 2026. The multi-day…
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Most of Bend-La Pine Schools closed Friday, January 30th for teacher grading period, two schools still to hold classes
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Most schools in the Bend-La Pine School district will not hold classes today, January 30th. This closure is for…
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Are you looking to head up to the mountain this weekend? Here are some events at Mt. Bachelor in coming days
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There are plenty of events happening this weekend at Mt. Bachelor to keep you busy! On Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., you can…
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Local Republican legislators preview priorities for upcoming short session
(Adding video and quotes from Republican Representatives Vikki Breese-Iverson and Mark Owens as well as Senator Mike McLane) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –…
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HAILED AS HEROES: Deputies brave freezing pond to rescue teens trapped under ice in Madras
(Update: adding video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two Jefferson County deputies didn’t hesitate to plunge into freezing, dangerously thin ice…
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Rudy’s Markets celebrates 50 years serving community with Gold Bar Giveaway, $100K Hunger Match
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rudy’s Markets Inc. is celebrating its 50th anniversary throughout 2026 with a monthly Gold Bar Giveaway and a $100,000 matching…
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Prineville pastor pleads no contest in shooting of neighborhood cat that left ‘Pumpkin’ permanently blind
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville pastor accused of shooting a neighborhood cat, leaving it permanently blind, entered a no-contest plea to an…
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Date set for manslaughter retrial of Ian Cranston, whose conviction in Barry Washington Jr. killing was overturned
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two weeks after Ian Cranston posted bail and was released from jail, a Deschutes County judge has set his fall retrial date on…
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