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Madras shutting down Willow Creek homeless camp
The City of Madras is shutting down the Willow Creek homeless camp. The city council passed an ordinance in June 2023 that restricted camping regulations in the city limits. It set aside two places where camping was allowed - just west of the North Y and a nearby right-of-way along Third Street, according to the Madras Pioneer.
Madras Aquatic Center disappointed in public meeting turnout after online misinformation
As we approach the May 21st primary election, rumors and, in some cases, misinformation about the Madras Aquatic Center's re-organization have been growing. The MACRD board, recognizing the importance of community input, held a special meeting on Tuesday to address any and all questions the public may have about two measures on the ballot aimed at saving the facility.
Remains found on Warm Springs Reservation late last year confirmed to be teen who disappeared in 2022
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Nearly 18 months after an 18-year-old disappeared on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation, prompting police to seek information from the public, the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed that remains found late last year were those of the missing teen, police said. The Warm Springs Police Department received a The post Remains found on Warm Springs Reservation late last year confirmed to be teen who disappeared in 2022 appeared first on KTVZ.
Supporting others, no matter their attitude
(MADRAS) — Lincoln Delamarter is, according to his teachers and the community around him, the kind of kid who is always ready to help. That desire to support and raise up fellow students and others in his community is a big factor in how he spends his time, making music, participating in clubs, and supporting the local Young Life group. He grew up in Madras and will graduate from Madras...
Special Report: Building homes and confidence with Habitat for Humanity’s Women’s Build Week
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is hosting their first Women’s Build Week since 2019, a rewarding experience for all involved. The post Special Report: Building homes and confidence with Habitat for Humanity’s Women’s Build Week appeared first on KTVZ.
Lumber business opens in Madras
From his own experience, Isidro Olivera knew that Madras was in need of a place to buy lumber. He’s worked in construction on farms and ranches in the area for many years and knew the frustration in driving all the way to Redmond for lumber. That’s when he, along with his wife Lusina and son Jaime decided to start Madras Lumber. “I saw the need in the community, and found...
Deschutes County to cut ribbon, open new $20 million solid waste facility at Redmond’s Negus Transfer Station
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- On Friday at 10 a.m., the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will host a ribbon-cutting event to celebrate the completion of a new Solid Waste facility at the Negus Transfer Station, located at 2400 NE Maple Ave. in Redmond. The county invested $20 million to build the 35,000-square-foot facility. Officials say The post Deschutes County to cut ribbon, open new $20 million solid waste facility at Redmond’s Negus Transfer Station appeared first on KTVZ.
Smoky Wednesday morning, staying warm
Temperatures will range from the upper 70s to mid 80s across the region. Mostly sunny skies are expected today but we may see some more cloud cover in the later afternoon to evening hours. Winds will be generally light and variable. Air quality will be impacted today for parts of...
Fun COCC summer camps designed for youth, adults
It might take place on the stage, standing among castmates when the curtains go up. Or perhaps, it happens at a flour-dusted pastry-making station. Or maybe, something sparks while making a music mash-up in a digital sound studio. Moments of fun discovery await curious minds at Central Oregon Community College’s (COCC) Youth Camps, a fun-filled learning experience for middle schoolers. Open to ages 10 to 15, the lineup of nearly 40 unique Youth Camps takes place between June 24 and Aug. 23. Options are conveniently...
Drought declaration hangs in the balance
April 3, 2024, the Jefferson County Commissioners declared a local disaster drought emergency and submitted their request to the State of Oregon. They’ve made the same declaration for the last five years. This year, however, the proposal was denied, with the potential to reconsider. The initial denial cited current hydrologic conditions and full reservoirs in the region, as well as it being early in the season. Thanks to appeals from county commissioner Kelly Simmelink, the Oregon Drought Committee is reconsidering the request on May 15. ...
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