Deschutes National Forest firefighters set to begin pile burning season this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters across the Deschutes National Forest plan to begin pile burning as conditions are favorable, starting this week,…
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$42.7 million in federal funds for Oregon rail safety projects include $1.6 million to City of Prineville Railway
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Oregon Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced Tuesday that $42,712,400 in federal funding is coming to Oregon for five…
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Don’t just dump your Halloween pumpkin; Deschutes County, disposal companies urge composting option
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Halloween fades and the pumpkins or jack-o’-lanterns on your porch lose their glow, the Deschutes County Department of…
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‘There’s nothing more important’: Deschutes County clerk seeks to reassure voters in wake of ballot box attacks
It’s officially a week before Election Day, and recent arson attacks are raising more concerns about ballot drop box safety. Two ballot boxes were…
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‘Luckily, IÂ was paying attention’: ODOT’s Bend Hwy. 97/20 North Corridor Project still causing dangerous U-turns
(Update: Adding video, comments from Kefi owner, Redmond resident) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Driver confusion over ODOT’s Highway 97 Bend North Corridor…
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With Deschutes County back on board, Bend city councilors OK Juniper Ridge homeless Temporary Safe Stay Area plans
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nearly a week after Deschutes County commissioners got back on board, the Bend City Council held a special meeting Tuesday…
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Decision 2024: $97.7 million Redmond school bond could determine the future of Redmond High
Redmond voters are seeing another school measure on their ballots this fall, as the school district seeks a renewal bond that would raise $97.7…
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Ridgeview High student Jordan Jensen overcomes challenges, receives ‘Beat the Odds’ scholarship
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Stand for Children Oregon is excited to recognize Jordan Jensen from Ridgeview High School as a recipient of the Beat the…
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‘An incredible listener’: Ruth Burleigh, Bend’s first woman mayor, dies at 98, leaving legacy of community involvement
Ruth Burleigh, for whom serving as Bend’s first woman mayor was just one part of a long life full of civic and community involvement and…
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More than 11,000 Fred Meyer workers across Oregon, SW Washington ratify new 3-year contract
 PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After months of negotiations, members of United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 555 who work at Fred Meyer and QFC…
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BLM to begin La Pine-area fall pile burning this week with 192 acres off Masten Road
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) —Â Incoming favorable weather, including the possibility of snow, is allowing fuels crews with the Prineville District of the…
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A month before Mt. Bachelor’s planned opening day, snow piling up on the slopes buoys hopes season starts on time
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor on Monday reported five inches of snow in the West Village base area since Sunday, bringing the season total to…
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Bend breast cancer survivor Julie Verke’s message to others: Listen to your body, don’t ignore the warning signs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Breast cancer survivor Julie Verke is a teacher at Westside Village Magnet School. Julie says her move to Bend 32 years…
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Street Dog Hero hosts brunch party, inviting community to learn more and become fosters, volunteers
(Update: Adding video, comments from staff, a foster) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Street Dog Hero hosted a foster and volunteer brunch at Ponderosa Park, on…
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Prineville’s High Desert Moonfest celebrates region with a wide variety of events, activities and programs
An inaugural festival featuring a wide variety of fun events took place Saturday in Prineville, called the High Desert Moonfest, a celebration of the…
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Bend Medication Take-Back event allows Central Oregonians to dispose of medications, sharps safely
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Â A safe space was provided on Saturday at the Bend Police Department for people to safely dispose of their medications. It was…
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Oregon Health Authority OKs St. Charles deal to acquire The Center – but with conditions that will be appealed
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Health Authority has reviewed and approved St. Charles Health System’s proposed acquisition and integration with…
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ODOT picks EV charging companies for first round of federal grants for public fast charging stations
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The ODOT Climate Office has selected EV charging companies for the first round of grants from the National Electric Vehicle…
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Crook County seeks public input on updated transportation plans, including possible new Juniper Canyon access
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Crook County is in the process of updating its Transportation System Plan (TSP), a 20-year strategy that outlines key…
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‘Really neat project’: Downtown Redmond’s Old Creamery Building sold to local developers: We’ll soon see what’s next
Last week, NewsChannel 21 brought you a story surrounding the growth of Redmond after three downtown units in the Old Creamery Building on Southwest…
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