Another fantastic ‘Flora Friday’ as UCSB wins 5th straight game

KEYT on February 28, 2026

Mike Klan

UC SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – More Friday fun for Gauchos ace pitcher Jackson Flora.

He was fantastic for the third straight Friday to start the season as UCSB beat Utah 7-2 to extend their winning streak to five games.

Flora pitched seven innings allowing just 1 run on 4 hits with 10 strikeouts as he moves to 3-0 on the season.

The Gauchos(6-2) backed Flora with plenty of offense highlighted by a 2-run double in the second inning by Cole Kosciusko and a 2-run home run in the fifth inning by Nate Vargas.

The 3-game series continues on Saturday with first pitch scheduled for 3:05 p.m.

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Sugar City man arrested on charges of possession of sexual material exploiting children

KIFI on February 28, 2026

Doug Long

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – On a tip from the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, Madison County detectives acquired a warrant to search a home in Sugar City. During that search, investigators found sexually exploitative material of a child, which led to an arrest warrant for 26-year-old Zachary Morris.

On Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, Morris was arraigned in Madison County and a $500,000 bond was set. He was formally charged with possession of sexually exploitative material.

Investigators from five other Southeast Idaho law enforcement agencies assisted in the investigation.

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Semi rolls off Highway 22 near Dubois

KIFI on February 28, 2026

Curtis Jackson

CLARK COUNTY, Idaho — Idaho State Police says it is investigating a single‑vehicle rollover that happened Thursday afternoon on State Highway 22, west of Dubois.

According to ISP, the crash happened around 3:08 p.m. on February 27 near milepost 67. Troopers say a 46‑year‑old man from Centerfield, Utah was driving a 2024 Freightliner semi‑truck eastbound when the truck went off the right shoulder and rolled.

ISP reports the driver was wearing his seatbelt. He was taken by ground ambulance to a nearby hospital with non‑life‑threatening injuries.

The roadway was briefly blocked while emergency crews responded.Idaho State Police says the Clark County Sheriff’s Office and Mud Lake Fire and EMS assisted at the scene.

The crash remains under investigation.

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Hundreds of Nipomo elementary students explore future jobs at annual career fair

KEYT on February 28, 2026

Dave Alley

NIPOMO, Calif. (KEYT) – Hundreds of elementary school students from South San Luis Obispo County attended an annual tradition in Nipomo Friday morning.

Over the course of three hours, students in grades from transitional kindergarten through sixth grade, took part in a career fair at Nipomo Elementary School.

Held each year, the event rotates locations at all three Nipomo-area elementary schools, including Dana and Dorothea Lange.

Held each year, the event rotates locations at all three Nipomo-area elementary schools, including Dana and Dorothea Lange.

Some of the occupations on hand included Vandenberg Space Force Base aerospace engineers, San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s deputies, CAL FIRE San Luis Obispo County firefighters, as well as employees from Caltrans, San Luis Obispo County Library, California State Parks, San Luis Ambulance, CoastHills Credit Union recreation director, Cal Star Air Medical Services, Community Health Centers of the Central Coast and many more.

Longtime News Channel reporter Dave Alley, who also serves as the station community liaison, also spoke at the event, which he has done many years prior.

During the career day, students were given a list of questions to ask the speakers that related to their occupation.

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Chasing a Championship: Coachella Valley girls soccer set for first-ever title game

KESQ on February 28, 2026

Blake Arthur

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) — We have continuing coverage of the CIF-SS playoffs for the winter sports season, with Coachella Valley girls soccer still standing, set to play for a championship on Saturday.

It’s been a historic season for the Lady Arabs, looking to cap it off with a Division 5 title.

Sports Director Blake Arthur visited the team for more ahead of the big game.

“On semi-finals, I cried so hard knowing that we actually passed and then knowing like everything I did, everything my teammates have done for me, for themselves to be able to work, to be able to make it to the finals, like it’s actually gonna happen on Saturday,” said sophomore star Jaylynn Hernandez.

Coachella Valley Girls Soccer has won seven straight league titles.

One of the best pound for pound programs in the area, they’ve played in four CIF semi-finals, but the Lady Arabs have never played for a CIF championship, which they’ll do on Saturday against Del Sol out of Oxnard.

“We’re just trying to get to the preparation that we have to do for the game, so we’re looking forward to it,” said head coach Francisco Morales.

CV has been a mean green machine this year with a 16-1-2 record.

In fact, they haven’t lost a game since last year, December 8th, a credit to not only their skill but their connection as a squad.

“I think it’s just the chemistry between all of us. I mean, we always spend time together and we make the best out of it,” said junior Milagros Gamboa.

“They won’t bring you down. They will pick you up. They will tell you you’re good. They will tell you that you can keep going. And it’s just like knowing that you have a teammate, but it’s as friends and family,” said Hernandez.

Family on the field and family in the stands. CV is fortunate to be at home for the big game, playing with plenty of support behind them, but Coach Morales’ message is for his team to do what they’ve done all year long.

“At this stage, people are here and people are gonna show up to the game to see what they can do. They don’t have to do more, they don’t have to do less, just shine as athletes and soccer players the way they’ve developed. And be true to themselves. If they stay true to themselves and their identity as a group, I have a lot of confidence in what they will hopefully accomplish,” said Morales.

Which, if achieved, would be a historic CIF championship and mean a lot to many.

“I think it’d be a wonderful thing for our community and, and the kids alike and everyone,” said Morales.

“I believe that like all of us have been playing soccer since we were young, so I know we we’re capable to be able to win this championship. We just have to believe in ourselves,” said Hernandez.

The CIF-SS Division 5 championship between Coachella Valley and Del Sol (Oxnard) is scheduled for 5pm at Coachella Valley high school.

Stay with KESQ News Channel 3 for continuing coverage.

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‘Always hang up’: Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office warns of another scam that aims to get your money

KTVZ on February 28, 2026

Barney Lerten

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning Friday of another scam that has echoes of many over the years, impersonating officers and trying to part you from your money.

“They change from time to time but it’s important to be vigilant,” the Facebook post stated.

“We won’t ask for money,” they said. “We do not accept Bitcoin. We won’t call and take bail, this is all done in person. We don’t call you for missing jury duty. We will not call you about a warrant for your arrest.”

The best court of action is familiar as well: “Always hang up.”

“If you feel like it’s fishy, you can always call our office directly to see,” the agency said, noting that the scammers “mask the number, and sometimes it comes up as ours.”

“They will use names of real deputies and administrative personnel we have on staff to make it seem more ‘legit,'” the sheriff’s office added.

“If you ever question the call, real or not, you can always hang up and call our front office staff directly and we will verify it for you,” they said.

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One Class at a Time recognition highlights the influence of Puente Program at DMHS

KESQ on February 28, 2026

Dakota Makinen

DESERT MIRAGE, CALIF. (KESQ) – A $777.77 donation sparks a heartfelt moment for a campus program changing students’ lives.

For more than a decade, the Puente Program at Desert Mirage High School has helped students pursue higher education and expand their futures beyond the classroom. This week, the spotlight turned to one of the program’s most dedicated educators — Johnny Gonzalez — during a surprise recognition that left him speechless.

“I cannot wait to see the excitement on Mr. Gonzalez and the students’ faces,” said Karina Cardenas Orlando from the Walter Clark Legal Group.

Cardenas arrived on campus to deliver a $777.77 donation on behalf of Walter Clark Legal Group as part of the group’s “One Class at a Time” initiative. The check presentation quickly turned into a moment of appreciation.

The donation will help expand college preparation efforts, strengthen leadership development opportunities, and provide students with even more transformative experiences.

“We’re already seeing that, you know, the program has paved the path for students to not only achieve their academic dreams, but also put them in a position to help other folks in their community, and assist them in uplifting them and helping them,” said Gonzalez.

Students from the program have gone on to medical school, law school, and some are already working in the very same school district that they got their start in.

Mr. Gonzales says the opportunities for these students are endless.

“Being in the program has, opened so many opportunities for me, and I feel like I’m more open as a person, more confident,” says student Aylin Caudillo Garcia.

“I don’t do it for, you know, recognition or anything like that. I do it to uplift our students and to ensure that they have, you know, the educational opportunities that weren’t presented to me as a student,“ said Mr. Gonzalez.

Click here to nominate a classroom for the One Class at a Time award

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Lost funding puts Think Wild’s wildlife education program at risk

KTVZ on February 28, 2026

Tyson Beauchemin

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild’s educational outreach program is at risk of disappearing. The wildlife rehabilitation organization lost $16,000 in grant funding over the last two weeks.

Based in Jefferson County and and Warm Springs schools, Think Wild offers these hands-on learning experiences to schools at no cost. The program provides free weekly classes to local students to teach them about the animals and plant of Central Oregon. The outreach program specifically serves Title I schools.

The program was already facing a potential scale-back after the loss of a first grant. Following the second rejection, the organization reported that the entire outreach effort is now at risk of being canceled.

Molly Honea serves as the communications manager for Think Wild. She noted that while receiving occasional rejections is a standard part of the grant process, this is something more.

“You know, with grant funding, you’re used to getting some yeses and getting some nos. But two in a row starts to make you feel a little anxious,” Honea said. “So we’re we’re definitely hoping to do some community fundraising and get some support from the people around here, because if we want to be able to offer this programing, we gotta have money to do so.”

Each rural program session in Central Oregon typically costs between $200 and $300 to operate. This figure is basedon required for materials for every class provided to the schools.

Organization officials stated that grants are becoming increasingly competitive as federal and state funding sources disappear. This shift has resulted in a higher number of nonprofit organizations applying for the same limited pools of money.

Think Wild is now turning to community fundraising to bridge the funding gap. The organization is seeking donations of any amount to ensure the wildlife learning programs can continue in the classroom.

To support Think Wild, visit their website.

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Pet Pals: Bunny is a funny, fitting name for this furry rabbit

KTVZ on February 28, 2026

Lee Anderson

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is not just about cats and dogs.

They have a variety of other fun animals to consider adopting, including several rabbits. Lynne Ouchida brought one, fittingly named Bunny, for Friday’s Pet Pals segment.

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There’s Good News: Bend’s Playful Paws Cat Café celebrates 400th adoption

KTVZ on February 28, 2026

Tyson Beauchemin

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Playful Paws Cat Café is celebrating a milestone after reaching its 400th adoption. The facility has provided homes for hundreds of animals since opening its doors in late 2023.

The cafe partners with Cascade Canine Rescue East and West, a nonprofit organization based in Tumalo. This collaboration focuses on finding homes for cats that arrive at the rescue as either strays or owner surrenders.

Regardless of how the cats come to the cafe, every adoption story is it’s own story, according to the cafe’s owner, April Ferguson,.

“People will come in and they have a specific cat in mind,” Ferguson said. “I want to get a tabby cat female and they will fall in love with a male black cat and take it home. Other times they need to come in a few times. We meet and greet and see who we have and then sometimes the cat will pick you. We had a guy come in who was not looking to adopt and a kitten sat right on his head and that’s who he went home with.”

While the business accepts walk-ins, management prefers that people schedule their visits in advance. Visitors can book an appointment online to spend quality time with the cats even if they are not currently planning to adopt a pet.

To get your time with the cats, visit Playful Paws Cat Café’s website.

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