Barney Lerten is the Digital Content Director for KTVZ-TV, a news station in Oregon. He covers a wide range of news topics, including crime, accidents, local events, and scams. With a focus on delivering timely and accurate information, Barney aims to keep the community informed and engaged with the latest news in Central Oregon.
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Barney Lerten primarily covers evolving crime stories and government-related incidents, such as police investigations, criminal trials, traffic accidents, local news, and missing persons cases. His focus on breaking news indicates a preference for timely and up-to-date information.
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By: Barney Lerten
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – U.S. Highway 26 reopened just north of Madras Wednesday morning, but ODOT advised drivers to still expect slow traffic through the area where crews were repairing power lines downed by high winds that shut the highway Tuesday night.
By: Barney Lerten
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Firefighters on the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District plan to conduct up to 244 acres of pile burning operations this week just west of Phil’s Trailhead and south of Skyliners Road. If conditions are favorable, firefighters will conduct ignitions on Thursday. No road or trail closures are anticipated; however, smoke will be
By: Barney Lerten
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bureau of Land Management announced Wednesday it is temporarily setting aside about 4,037 acres of public lands associated with the proposed Expedition Solar Project near Redmond.
By: Barney Lerten
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – U.S. Highway 26 reopened just north of Madras Wednesday morning, but ODOT advised drivers to still expect slow traffic after an outdoor carport tossed airborne in high winds blew across a street and took out 10 Pacific Power poles Tuesday night.
By: Barney Lerten
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Strong winds caused a fire early Wednesday that burned a small chicken coop and a nearby storage building in northwest Prineville. But a neighbor alerted the home's occupants, including several dogs and other pets, and all escaped unharmed - even the chickens.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- After diving deep into complex land-use laws and hearing much impassioned testimony, Bend city councilors voted 5-1 Wednesday night to adopt development code changes to clarify the rules and reflect recent state land-use laws aimed at encouraging more affordable housing.
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) -- Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced this week that the Oregon Department of Transportation is receiving $31.9 million to use cleaner construction materials on federally funded projects statewide. The funding comes from the historic Inflation Reduction Act’s Low Carbon Transportation Materials Discretionary Grant Program, which supports continued growth in American manufacturing to
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Madras man serving time in a California prison on drug crimes has been returned to Central Oregon to face murder, kidnap and other charges, the second person accused in the September 2022 fatal shooting of a Madras man who authorities had listed as missing and endangered.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Imagine a Thanksgiving where tails are wagging amongst purrs and barks of excitement. You'll find that on Thanksgiving Day at the Humane Society of Central Oregon. Volunteers and staff will serve a specially prepared meal and graciously donated by J DUB Restaurant and Bar.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- This Thanksgiving, Diversified Heating and Cooling is giving back to the community by providing a deserving family in need with a state-of-the-art heat pump. The giveaway reflects the company's dedication to supporting local families and ensuring homes are warm, comfortable, and energy-efficient during the holiday season.
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