The Local Lens – Episode 14 – Morgan Schmidt Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Ron Boozell who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
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FINAL UPDATE: Pine Mountain Fire now 100% contained, estimated at 2,589 acres
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to Central Oregon Fire Info, the Pine Mountain Fire is now 100% contained at 2,589 acres as of Tuesday morning. The fire will transition back to the local unit tonight and a Type 4 Incident Commander will oversee the remaining operations including fire patrols and hazard identification and mitigation. “Visitors
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Very warm Tuesday, showers & storm chances ahead
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon is in for another very warm day Tuesday, with temperatures climbing well above average for this time of year. Afternoon highs are expected to reach the upper 80s and low 90s, and a few locations could challenge record highs. We’ll start the day with mostly sunny skies before clouds
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, May 12th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, May 12th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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Fire danger in Malheur National Forest increases with warmer weather
HINES, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening now, with increasing temperatures and lower fuel moisture, the Malheur National Forest will move from a low to a moderate fire danger rating. The moderate fire danger rating went into effect this morning. When fire danger is “moderate”, it means that fires can start from most accidental causes, but number of fire
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 13 – Jennifer Letz Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Jennifer Letz who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 12 – Rob Imhoff Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Rob Imhoff who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 11 – Ron Boozell Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Ron Boozell who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 10 – Rick Russell Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Rick Russell who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
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Smith Rock eaglet “Phoenix” thriving at 24 days old
TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — We have good news to share with you! A young bald eagle is drawing attention at Smith Rock State Park as it continues to grow rapidly under its mother’s care. The eaglet, named “Phoenix,” is now 24 days old and living in a nest high in a towering ponderosa pine, according
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 9 – Chet Wamboldt Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Chet Wamboldt who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
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Happy Hour with Coach Dan Lanning returns to Bend next week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — University of Oregon head football coach Dan Lanning is set to return to Central Oregon for a community event at Worthy Brewing next week. The fourth annual “Happy Hour with Dan Lanning” is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m. The
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PacifiCorp proposal aims to shield Central Oregon customers from large energy user costs
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — New rules approved by Oregon regulators aimed at how utilities charge large energy users are expected to have implications beyond Portland General Electric, including for Central Oregon customers served by Pacific Power. The Oregon Public Utility Commission approved changes allowing Portland General Electric to charge higher rates to large energy users
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Oregon’s handle-less paper bags are frustrating some shoppers. Stores aren’t saying much.
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Six years ago, Oregon shoppers were forced to rethink a simple part of everyday life when the state banned single-use plastic bags. Grocery stores across the state shifted heavily to paper, and most customers adapted quickly. Now, another checkout change is catching shoppers off guard. Safeway, Albertsons, and Fred Meyer stores
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Fire restrictions begin in Oregon as Central Oregon enters fire season early
PORTLAND & SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A growing wildfire threat is prompting new fire restrictions across Oregon, as parts of Central Oregon have already entered fire season weeks ahead of summer. Starting May 14, the Bureau of Land Management will ban fireworks, exploding targets, steel-core ammunition and other fire-starting materials on all BLM lands in
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Record heat likely Tuesday, followed by storms early Wednesday
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The above normal pattern will continue tomorrow as temperature readings will be in the 90s across the high desert. The normal high for May 12th is 66 degrees in Bend, and I am forecasting low 90s through the region. Records for Tuesday may fall: Bend record is 90° set in 1924;
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Michael Hartke to succeed Dr. Steve Gordon as St. Charles Health System CEO
Michael Hartke will become the next President and CEO of St. Charles Health System, with his official transition taking place July 5. He will succeed Dr. Steve Gordon, who plans to retire later this year. Dr. Gordon served as President and CEO for four years, initially stepping into the role on an interim basis and
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 8 – Amy Sabbadini Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Amy Sabbadini who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 7 – Amanda Page Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Amanda Page who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 6 – Samuel Facey Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Samuel Facey who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.
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