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Chance for snow and rain showers today
There is a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 11am today. This will affect the East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades including the cities of La Pine, Sunriver and Sisters. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches and gusty winds expected. Lower snow totals of less than one inch are forecast along US-97 south of Bend.
Tip from S. Oregon Child Exploitation Team leads to La Pine man’s arrest; several digital devices seized in raid on home
(Update: La Pine man formally charged, appears in court) La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) – An investigation sparked by a tip early this year from the Southern Oregon Child Exploitation Team led to a raid Wednesday on a La Pine man’s home and his arrest on 20 charges related to online distribution of child sexual abuse The post Tip from S. Oregon Child Exploitation Team leads to La Pine man’s arrest; several digital devices seized in raid on home appeared first on KTVZ.
Fire destroys La Pine garage-shop, spreads to home, vehicles, trees and brush; three dogs perish, one escapes
A fire that destroyed a La Pine detached garage-shop Monday afternoon spread to a nearby home, as well as several vehicles, trees and brush before crews were able to stop its spread. Three dogs perished in the house fire, while one escaped unhurt, officials said. The post Fire destroys La Pine garage-shop, spreads to home, vehicles, trees and brush; three dogs perish, one escapes appeared first on KTVZ.
More prescribed burning near La Pine, Sisters Wednesday
Here is an update from the Deschutes National Forest on planned burns on Wednesday:. Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District firefighters plan to continue prescribed burn operations adjacent to Paulina Lake Road approximately six miles northeast of La Pine and approximately two miles east of the Newberry Estates subdivision. On Wednesday, ignitions are planned for up to 248 acres (Odin North 15) along Paulina Lake Road. Ignitions are slated to begin around 10 a.m.
‘Normalize reaching out for help’: Oregon DOJ, Bend-La Pine Schools address rise in reported bias incidents
Oregon's Department of Justice just launched a “You Belong.” Campaign after becoming the first state in the nation to provide a hotline for those affected by a bias-related crime. That greater awareness and reporting tool likely plays a major factor in a significant rise in reports of such incidents in recent years, including in Bend-La Pine Schools. The post ‘Normalize reaching out for help’: Oregon DOJ, Bend-La Pine Schools address rise in reported bias incidents appeared first on KTVZ.
La Pine HS Performing Arts presents family fun performances of ‘Tarzan, the Musical’
Fun for the whole family this week as La Pine High School Performing Arts presents 'Tarzan the Musical' Thursday through Saturday. We talked to some of the performers about the special, rewarding aspects of this show. More info on the performances and how to get tickets here.
La Pine couple arrested for fentanyl trafficking
LA PINE Ore. (KPTV) - A La Pine couple was arrested during a traffic stop after an investigation revealed them to be trafficking fentanyl. According to the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement (CODE), on Thursday around 10 p.m. CODE, working with the US Drug Enforcement Administration, concluded a “long-time investigation”. They arrested Mario Michael Fivecoats, 35, and Rebecca Ann Toepher, 31, both of La Pine, Oregon.
200 acre controlled burn taking place near Klamath Marsh
KLAMATH COUNTY, Ore. – Fire crews will be conducting a controlled burn in the Fremont-Winema National Forest this week. According to a facebook post by South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership (SCOFMP), the purpose is to “help restore natural ecological processes associated with low-intensity burning.” SCOFMP says this will improve overall forest health.
Green Teams rule: Bend-La Pine Schools’ food waste reduction efforts gain momentum; video released
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Green Team student groups at Bend-La Pine Schools are working to reduce food waste throughout the district. and the efforts are showing success, officials said in an Earth Day update Monday. Student leaders, with the help of the sustainability department, have implemented waste audits, started and...
La Pine man, 79, surrenders, arrested on charges of pointing gun at family; neighbors advised to shelter in place
A 79-year-old La Pine man who allegedly pointed a gun at other family members during a domestic dispute surrendered and was arrested on several charges Tuesday night after neighbors were advised to shelter in place, Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies said. The post La Pine man, 79, surrenders, arrested on charges of pointing gun at family; neighbors advised to shelter in place appeared first on KTVZ.
Classical music program helping La Pine students get into right frame of mind to start school day
The goal is to help kids focus, calm down and prepare for a day of learning while improving their mental and emotional well-being. Mindful Music Moments helping La Pine students become calm, focused to start school day. A program at Rosland Elementary School in La Pine is helping get kids...
Bend-La Pine hosting 8 kindergarten registration events Saturday
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Pilot Butte Neighborhood Park - 1310 NE Highway 20. Sunriver/Three Rivers area - Oregon Water Wonderland 1 Mailboxes (South Century and Snow Goose) Frontier Heritage Park - 16405 First St., La Pine/Rosland area. To learn how to register online, visit bls.fyi/kindergarten. When you’re ready to...
Rumors of arts departments being cut in Bend- La Pine schools 'inaccurate' school district says
Director of Communications with Bend- La Pine School District Scott Maben says there will still be student productions such as plays and choir concerts. However, the district may reduce the number of drama classes from four to three, based on perceived student interest and enrollment numbers. Rumors of arts departments...
Matriarchs of Central Oregon: Klondike Kate and Evelyn, the Lady Logger of La Pine
This is Part Three of a month-long journey into a series of photos that are bringing new life to the early history of Central Oregon. Scott Elnes talks to Deschutes Historical Museum Executive Director Kelly Cannon-Miller and Steve Stenkamp, the creative force behind colorizing the old black-and-white photos. When we...
Midstate Electric Co-Op hosts Career Day event for nearly 40 La Pine High, North Lake students
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Midstate Electric Cooperative proudly hosted a Career Day event at their headquarters on Thursday, welcoming 39 students from La Pine High School and North Lake School. The event aimed to educate and inspire the next generation about opportunities within the electric cooperative industry. Midstate Career...
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