$10 million state funding boost advances CORE3, Redmond’s regional disaster response, training hub
The Oregon Legislature has approved $10 million to help advance the long-planned CORE3 training and response center in…
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Pets and smoke: How to keep your furry friend safe with poor air quality
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, smoke and air quality concerns are top of mind for many Central Oregonians. It’s important to remember to limit…
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A tale of two cities: Bend’s median home sales price drops sharply, while Redmond’s remains relatively stable
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At a time of year when home sales traditionally heat up, Bend’s average sales price dropped nearly $80,000 in June and nearly…
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Exploring the female future of law enforcment: Junior Women’s Law Enforcement Academy held in Redmond
(Update: Correcting name of judge who conducted mock trial) RREDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The second annual Junior Women’s Law Enforcement Academy was…
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Pope Leo XIV appoints Iowa priest Rev. Thomas Hennen as the new bishop for the Diocese of Baker
Reverend Thomas Hennen was introduced Thursday as the newly chosen bishop-elect of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Baker, which spans more than 66,000…
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New bishop about to be named for Roman Catholic Diocese of Baker
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baker is about to announce a new bishop who will succeed the current bishop, the Most Reverend…
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Registration opens for 2025 Redmond Police Citizen Academy
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond Police Department began accepting applications for the 2025 Citizen Academy on Monday. This year, classes are…
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Plea hearing delayed a month for Redmond woman charged with murdering her mother
Jessica Andersch, charged with second-degree murder in the killing of her mother a month ago, appeared Monday afternoon in Deschutes County Circuit…
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Redmond officials urge fireworks caution: Leave it to the pros, or keep it legal and safe
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Fire & Rescue, the City of Redmond & Redmond Police Department officials said Wednesday they are concerned…
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Lightning apparently sparks 10-acre brush fire in NE Redmond as thunderstorms rumble through region
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Lightning from one of several thunderstorms rumbling through Central Oregon Tuesday apparently sparked a brush fire that…
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Redmond city leaders approve emergency post-holiday fireworks ban due to wildfire concerns
After hearing comments from many in the community on the issue, Redmond city leaders approved a proposal Tuesday to ban the use of fireworks starting…
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Man arrested after ember from illegal trash burn sparks 2-acre fire in SW Redmond
A man burning trash illegally in southwest Redmond was arrested on a reckless burning charge Tuesday after an ember sparked a 2-acre vegetation fire,…
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The famed Clydesdale horses have a special mission for their rare Deschutes County Fair appearance
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are making their way to Central Oregon for a rare appearance at the 2025 Bi-Mart…
Continue Reading Redmond City Council to hold emergency meeting Tuesday on possible fireworks ban Ahead of 4th of July
REDMOND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Earlier this year, the Redmond City Council discussed a city-wide ban on the usage of 4th of July fireworks. Back then,…
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Wind-fanned brush fire in Redmond’s Dry Canyon prompts evacuations; legal fireworks the cause, four teens cited
Four teens were cited late Monday for using legal fireworks that sparked a one-acre brush fire in Redmond’s Dry Canyon Park and prompted Level 3 GO…
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Redmond Airport secures $8.38 million federal grant for terminal expansion project
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – “Rural airports are a critical part of keeping our communities connected and making travel accessible to everyone,”…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum hosts Redmond town hall as part of her ‘Give ’Em Hell Tour’
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum stopped in Central Oregon this morning for a public town hall at Ridgeview High School, part of her…
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Problem Solvers: How Redmond Airport’s team is handling expansion, safety and security
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Zachary Bass has served as the director of Redmond Airport for nine years, a job that feels like…
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Ask the Mayor: Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch discusses the upcoming Amazon facility, water conservation and fireworks
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From the upcoming Amazon center, Redmond’s ongoing water conservation efforts, and plans to keep safe and have fun this 4th…
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With sledgehammers swinging, the $180 million Redmond Municipal Airport terminal expansion gets underway
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sledgehammers were the tool of the day Wednesday as the Redmond Municipal Airport officially broke ground, demolition-style,…
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