Deschutes National Forest to break ground this month on new Sisters Ranger Station
The Deschutes National Forest will be breaking ground this month on a new Ranger Station in Sisters, a new building that’s expected to be completed…
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Rise in avian flu expected during Oregon’s fall migration: ODFW says don’t handle sick or dead waterfowl
Hunters urged to take precautions SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been circulating in wild birds in North…
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Bend state Sen. Tim Knopp reaffirms support of Israel’s defense against terrorists seeking to eliminate it
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Nearly one month since Hamas terrorists launched their attack on the innocent people of Israel, Senate Republican Leader Tim…
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Senate passes housing, transportation bill that includes $1.5 million for Bend-Redmond Habitat workforce housing
Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced Thursday major investments passed the Senate to expand affordable, rural and veterans housing options…
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‘It helps them immensely’: Oregon VA awards $1 million in grants for student veterans at COCC, across the state
The Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs recently awarded grants to 14 schools, including Central Oregon Community College. The agency…
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Bend city councilors listen in on a tribal prayer, a DA’s ‘horrifying’ rash of homicides, and a grieving father’s message
A Bend City Council meeting that began with a bit of history and a sung Warm Springs tribal prayer had other emotional moments, from the district…
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Wyden, House colleagues reintroduce legislation to keep domestic abusers from using tech to target survivors
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore, and Representatives Anna G. Eshoo, D-Calif., and Debbie Lesko, R-Arizona, on Thursday reintroduced…
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C.O. seasonal reminders: What you need to know when driving in snowy and icy conditions (besides slow down)
During this time of year, frigid temperatures and icy conditions can create driving challenges on the road. This is why it’s important to be…
Continue Reading Senate passes ag appropriations bill, including $5 million for Arnold, North Unit irrigation piping projects
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) Sens. Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced Wednesday major investments in Oregon agriculture, rural housing, food…
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City of Bend sets open house, invites public comment on plans to create Climate Friendly Areas
The Growth Management Division at the City of Bend said Wednesday it wants to hear from the community about where to locate areas where people can…
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Assault charges dismissed against Bend Police Officer Kevin Uballez; key officer witness resigns, can’t testify
Fourth-degree assault and harassment charges against Bend Police Officer Kevin Uballez in a June 2021 incident in which he was accused of assaulting…
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