Jillian Fortner is a journalist based in Bend, Oregon, and writes for NewsChannel 21 and NPG of Oregon. She covers local news and weather, with a focus on providing updates and information to the community. Her work has also been featured in City Times Media.
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Temperatures are struggling to get above freezing, with highs only reaching the 30s this weekend. Overnight lows will drop into the single digits, so make sure to bundle up.
It's been a while since we've seen fresh snowfall at the ski resorts. Much colder air has settled into the region, helping to preserve the snow base.
An Air Stagnation Advisory remains in effect for parts of Central Oregon (mainly to the north of Bend) until 4pm tomorrow. This may result in poor air quality as pollutants build up so avoid outdoor burning.
By: Jillian Fortner
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) -- COCC President Dr. Laurie Chesley is presenting the 2025 State of College Address at Central Oregon Community College . Community members, regional leaders, employers, educators and partners are invited to attend.
By: Jillian Fortner
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- COCC President Dr. Laurie Chesley delivered the 2025 State of College Address Wednesday morning at Central Oregon Community College
By: Jillian Fortner
Students in Oregon's Class of 2024, who started high school online in the midst of a global pandemic, surpassed expectations and graduated at a rate slightly higher than their peers in 2023 and significantly higher than predicted four years ago.
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Oregon's Class of 2024 overcame historic obstacles and achieved an 81.8% graduation rate, the state's second-highest on record.
By: Jillian Fortner
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Oregon's high school Class of 2024 overcame historic obstacles from pandemic impacts and achieved an 81.8% graduation rate, the second-highest on record, according to figures released Thursday by the Oregon Department of Education. And every Central Oregon district topped the state figure.
By: Jillian Fortner
Overnight snow showers brought a light dusting to the High Desert, while off-and-on snow will continue over the Cascades today.
Cloudy skies are expected tonight, with snow and flurries to the south. More snowfall should be arriving tomorrow morning.
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