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Kelsey Merison

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon-based lifestyle brand Portland Gear is set to expand beyond its home market this spring, announcing plans to open a new retail location in Bend’s Old Mill District.

The store, which will occupy the former Wild Child space at 450 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 403, marks the company’s first brick-and-mortar location outside the Greater Portland area. The addition will bring travel gear, luggage, and apparel offerings to one of Central Oregon’s busiest retail corridors.

The company was founded more than a decade ago by Portland native Marcus Harvey. It began as a grassroots operation, with Harvey selling branded T-shirts and hats from the back of his van. You might recognize the “P” logo, which incorporates the outline of Oregon. It helped the brand build a loyal regional following.

“We started with apparel, but our water-resistant backpack really changed everything for us,” said Kameesha Rose, the head of people and operations for the company. “From there, we grew into luggage, travel bags, and everyday gear. We’ve always been rooted in community, and Bend felt like a natural next step for us.”

Rose said the company has been looking to expand beyond Portland and identified Bend, specifically the Old Mill District, as the right fit. 

The new store, located between Sweet Tooth Candy Shoppe and Sunglass Hut, will feature the brand’s signature bags and travel gear alongside apparel. It will also include Central Oregon-specific designs available exclusively at the Bend location.

The Bend location aims to open by Memorial Day weekend. The company is currently hiring local staff and plans to host an official grand opening later this year.

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Kelsey Merison

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The missing juvenile, Marcus Carmicle, was located on Tuesday, April 7th, Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) announced.

The department shared their thanks for the community’s support in finding the child quickly.

Full statement below:

“The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Child Welfare Division, is thankful for the community support to find Marcus Taylor Carmicle.

Sometimes when a child is missing, they may be in significant danger and ODHS may need to locate them to assess and support their safety. As ODHS works to do everything it can to find these missing children and assess their safety, media alerts will be issued in some circumstances. Sometimes, in these situations, a child may go missing repeatedly, resulting in more than one media alert for the same child.

Report suspected child abuse to the Oregon Child Abuse Hotline by calling 1-855-503-SAFE (7233). This toll-free number allows you to report abuse of any child or adult to the Oregon Department of Human Services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year.”

Earlier Story — SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Division is seeking public assistance in locating Marcus Taylor Carmicle, age 12, who went missing from Milwaukie on April 6th. They are believed to be in danger.

Marcus is suspected to be in the Milwaukie area.

Child Legal Name: Marcus Taylor Carmicle

Child Preferred Name: Marcus

Pronouns: he/him

Age: 12

Height: 5’8

Weight: Average build, 130 pounds

Hair color: Dark/black hair

Eye color: brown eyes

Specific Identifying Characteristics: He was wearing a black t-shirt, black pants, and a black head wrap

Milwaukie Police Department Case# 26-1787

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) Report #: 2083327

Date Missing: April 6, 2026

Suspected and/or frequented location(s): Trimet stops, Milwaukie area

You’re asked to contact 911 or local law enforcement if you believe you have seen Marcus or know their whereabouts.

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Kelsey Merison

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Anglers and outdoor enthusiasts in Central Oregon have something special to look forward to this week. On Thursday, April 9th, the local fly fishing community will gather in Bend for an evening that blends camaraderie, craft, and conservation.

The Fly Fishing Social will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Hawkeye & Huckleberry, creating a relaxed space for both seasoned anglers and newcomers to connect.

For $50, attendees receive a well-rounded experience that includes a beer from Upp Liquids and whole roasted pig sliders prepared by Hawkeye’s chef, Carlos Anthony. Each ticket also comes with a raffle entry, with prizes ranging from guided fishing trips to gear and other outdoor essentials.

Beyond the food and drinks, the event offers plenty of opportunities to engage with the fly fishing community. Guests can tie flies, exchange tips, and spend time with fellow enthusiasts who share a passion for the sport and the rivers that sustain it.

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Tracee Tuesday

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At Worthy Brewing in Bend, sustainability is showing up in both the brewery’s hops and the produce grown for its menu.

The brewery says many of its hops come from Indy Hops, an Oregon-based company that works with growers using environmentally responsible practices. Some of those hops are certified through Salmon-Safe, a program that recognizes farms and other land uses that adopt science-based methods to reduce pollution, manage stormwater and improve water quality to help protect salmon habitat. Salmon-Safe also says its beer-related program highlights craft brewers sourcing certified hops and malts from Northwest watersheds.

“We primarily use a lot of hops grown here in the state of Oregon. Through Indy Hops is one of them — especially where they have Salmon Safe certification which helps with reducing erosion as well as pesticide use which make it safe for salmon and other aquatic life,” said Worthy Brewing’s Brewmaster, Nick Robbins.

The Oregon Department of Agriculture says it regulates pesticide sale, use and distribution under Oregon’s Pesticide Control law, along with federal pesticide rules. The agency says every pesticide sold in Oregon must be registered, labels are legally enforceable, and some products require applicator licensing and certification before they can be used.

ODA also says it monitors compliance through applicator and dealer record reviews, marketplace checks and complaint follow-up. The agency says it has a hop testing program and can investigate if a complaint arises, including testing for suspected adulteration under state law if a product contains an unsafe level of pesticide residue.

The department says hops, like other raw agricultural commodities, must meet pesticide tolerance standards established by law before they can enter the food or feed supply. Restricted-use pesticides require licensing, and ODA says it also provides outreach to growers and pesticide users on label interpretation and drift prevention.

At Worthy’s restaurant and garden, the same focus on responsible growing extends to the kitchen.

Farm Manager Jessica Walker says the garden supplies ingredients used on the menu, including chives for fries, arugula for salads, beets, garlic and sunflower seeds. She says she avoids heavy pesticides whenever possible and instead uses predator insects, water sprays and, when needed, organic or non-toxic insecticides.

Walker said one of the products she uses has a powdery texture that can damage insects when it is dry. “has really sharp points on it. If you touch this, it’s actually really nice and powdery to us. But for insects it just cuts them to pieces, especially if the sap is dry. If it’s wet, it doesn’t work as well.”

Worthy Brewing says the goal is to grow ingredients in a way that supports both the food it serves and the environment surrounding it, while leaning on Oregon-grown hops and locally produced garden items.

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Tyson Beauchemin

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) –A new medical spa is opening in Madras on 4th Street.

Revivo Med Spa is the creation of Dr. Patricia Spencer. Doctor Spenser has had a medical practice in Madras for some time, and she saw a big demand for beauty treatments. What started as a side business once or twice a week has become her main focus.

With the help of her assistant aesthetician Kairi Alire they’ve opened this new spa. Together, they offer Botox, Juvéderm, and other skin treatments with a personal touch.

Doctor Spencer shared her passion for her patients with KTVZ, “Patients that are 80-90 years old and they just love coming here. Because you just give them back a little bit of that youth, and making the feel match what you feel inside – to show up outside. So that makes a big difference. And they really do love us, and we love them. ”

They are so committed to forming a relationship with their customers that they spend extra time with every client. Revivo Med Spa even has maps of places in Madras people can visit before and after their appointments.

Their grand opening in next Wednesday, April 15, from 4 pm till 6pm. There will be food, raffles, and representatives from beauty companies there. If you’ve been considering Botox or filler, the event will be a perfect time to ask questions and get info.

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Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, April 14th, Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration, serving up free scoops of ice cream to fans around the world.

During the much-loved tradition, Ben & Jerry’s aims to spread some joy across the globe, one ice cream-filled cone at a time. 

Last year, fans showed up in record numbers, helping Ben & Jerry’s scoopers serve up over 1 million scoops of free ice cream! This year, the store says, “We want to go just as big, giving thanks to our fans with as much joy as possible in the form of chunky, swirly flavors.” 

“Free Cone Day has always been about gratitude – we want to thank our fans for being the best fans in the world with free ice cream and a moment of pure joy,” said Luann Abrams, owner of the Old Mill Ben & Jerry’s. “This year, more than ever, we’re reminded how powerful those small moments of happiness can be. We can’t wait to connect with our fans over a scoop of ice cream on the most Ben & Jerry-est day of the year!” 

As in previous years, our local Ben & Jerry’s will be partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend to spread awareness of their exceptional programming and team of youth development professionals helping children develop leadership, healthy lifestyles, and academic success.   

Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend CEO Michael Baker said, “This type of support is exactly why Ben and Jerry’s is such a good corporate citizen. Through Luann and her team’s generosity, we will be able to help more members, more often with deeper impact.”  

Baker and other BGCB staff and Board members will be joining in on the fun, scooping ice cream all day from noon to 8 p.m. 

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Barney Lerten

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Destination Redmond says it’s making it easier for local service and hospitality businesses to get more visitors through the door with a new free brand toolkit.

The comprehensive, simple-to-use resource includes approved visual assets and messaging to help local businesses entice visitors to make a trip to Redmond be a part of their itinerary, according to a news release sent Monday that continues in full below:

The toolkit focuses on several key Redmond benefits:

Easy access to the outdoors: By highlighting Redmond’s accessibility to unique high desert beauty, we’re attracting visitors who will stay and play here.

Community Unity: We’re a tight, welcoming community that knows what makes this place unique.

Knowing our Audience: Through relatable messaging and one-liners we’re able to reach and motivate the right visitors

“We’re looking to grow our tourism industry here, both sustainably and authentically,” said Tobias Colvin, Redmond Tourism and Lodging Advisory Committee chair. “This toolkit will be a great start.”

Through the tool kit, Redmond businesses will be able to tap into co–opted branding materials such as social media templates, visual identity assets (including logos, a color palette and typography), as well as high-resolution photos of Redmond.

The toolkit also provides a straightforward framework for campaign messaging. This effort is designed to make it easier for local businesses to attract more tourism visitors.

“As a small business owner, I wear many hats, and know the importance of marketing and social media, but don’t come from a background in the field,” said Janice Keeley, owner of Arome Kitchen in Redmond. “I like how the templates in this toolkit are plug-and-play, and look forward to using them, so I can move on to helping more customers.”

Local business owners, creators, and community leaders are encouraged to participate by utilizing the new brand tools and campaign assets.

By working together, we can turn Redmond into a place where visitors stop, explore and spend dollars, rather than a place that gets overlooked and driven past.

Learn more and access the free toolkit at Redmond Brand Toolkit.

Follow Destination Redmond on social media: instagram.com/destinationredmond and facebook.com/DestinationRedmond.

About Destination Redmond

Destination Redmond operates under the Redmond Tourism and Lodging Advisory Committee. A portion of the City of Redmond’s lodging tax—called the Transient Lodging Tax (TLT)—is reinvested to grow and enhance Redmond tourism for the benefit of both the visitor and the economic sustainability of the community. As required by Oregon law, these funds help us promote Redmond as a destination and improve visitor experiences through the Destination Redmond program.

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Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A brochure now landing in Bend mailboxes strongly urges residents to speak out against the city’s plans to impose a “climate pollution fee” of up to $2,300 on natural gas appliances in new homes, part of an effort to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 

“YOUR ENERGY CHOICE IS UNDER ATTACK IN BEND,” states the front of the mailing from the Northwest Coalition for Energy Choice, a group supported and apparently funded by the region’s natural gas industry.  

The mailing urges residents to “make your voice heard” and to “stand up for energy choice and sound science.” It claims the new fee would “deprive Bend residents of their freedom to choose and threaten energy reliability for local families.” 

The coalition asks residents to attend an April 22 city council meeting and to return an included postcard to Mayor Pro Tem Megan Perkins – who cast the lone no vote against the proposed fee in February’s 5-1 decision to move forward with its development.  

The postcard says the fee will worsen the city’s housing affordability crisis and “will not achieve carbon reductions in Bend; electrification does not equate to zero emissions.” 

The campaign also comes as Bend city councilors prepare to hold an electrification roundtable Wednesday at 4 p.m. Discussion topics include whether there should be exemptions from the fee on deed-restricted affordable housing, and whether to hold to a proposed effective date of Jan. 1, 2028. 

Wednesday’s council roundtable agenda, along with the staff presentation viewable below, includes presentations by Cascade Natural Gas, Pacific Power and Central Electric Cooperative.

Bend’s electrification policy web page says the city has been “investigating options to reduce community use and reliance on natural gas in homes and buildings as a way to achieve our climate action goals.”

City Councilor Steve Platt told KTVZ News on Monday he’s led the council effort to enact an electrification fee. He  pointed out that councilors did not set a much higher fee that would represent 100% of the total “Social Cost of Carbon,” a value set for each metric ton of carbon produced. That fee, he said, could have been added up to $12,000 feet on an average Bend home. 

“Heck, that would be close to a prohibition – so we chose not to do that,” Platt said.

City of Bend Electrification PresentationDownload

The Bend fee, which the council set at 20% of the total “social cost,” comes amid a nationwide debate over the future of natural gas, as local environmental goals and state mandates on electrification lead industry groups to push back, raising concerns over energy affordability, the impact on housing costs and supply, among other issues.  

Berkeley, California was the first U.S. city to ban gas hookups on new buildings, while in Oregon, Ashland last year imposed a fee that was estimated to add over $4,000 to the cost of a typical gas furnace. 

In Bend, Platt noted, the city not only set the fee at only 20% of the social cost of carbon, but it created three tiers that scale the fee, based on the size of a new home. It’s also setting fees at various levels, depending on the appliance and how much carbon they emit.  

The highest fee would be for a gas forced air furnace, which would have a $2,358 fee for new homes over 3,000 square feet. Add a gas water heater, stove, dryer and fireplace, and that Tier 3 fee would total $3,265. The Tier 1 total would be $1,415 for a home under 1,600 square feet, and $2,177 for an all-gas home in the middle Tier 2.  

The opposing coalition has teamed up with some unions sounding the alarm over the fee and its potential impact on business and industry. 

Platt, a physics teacher at Summit High, says he is a union member and has “spent a lot of time talking to the unions” about the planned fee. 

“I would say Bend is on the leading edge,” Platt said, noting that Ashland’s fee is “a little more one-size-fits-all.”

In Bend, he said, “If you decide to do a high-efficiency (electric) HVAC, there goes $1,400 off the top of that fee. … If you want a (gas-fired) fireplace or gas stovetop, it’s a couple hundred bucks.” 

Platt also noted “a state-level effort to clean up the electrical grid. The law says the state’s electrical grid has to be 80% clean by 2030 and 100% by 2040.” 

“You can debate whether or not we’re going to get there, but that’s what the law says,” he said. “As a civic leader and a planner, you make assumptions. Like when I was leading military campaigns, you have to make assumptions.” 

Based on current projections, Bend is going to need to add 80% more housing stock in the next 20 years, the city councilor noted. 

Platt acknowledged, ”Is there some additional up-front cost for a high-efficiency electric home? Our consultant says yes, perhaps $7,000 – all up front,” depending on the size of the home or builder. 

But he also pointed to a current Cascade Natural Gas rate hike request of 17% for the average residential customer, and noted projections of more rate hikes down the road. The utility says on its “Energy Choice” page, “Bans and limits to the use of natural gas may negatively impact energy reliability and affordability,” and has links that include the coalition.

Coincidentally, the city issued a news release Monday promoting its “Go Electric!” community workshops:

City of Bend Launches Go Electric! Community Workshop Series

The City of Bend is launching Go Electric!, a free community workshop series designed to help residents learn practical ways to reduce energy emissions, save money and create more comfortable homes.

Energy use, from heating and cooling homes to cooking food and powering transportation, is one of the largest sources of local climate pollution. Transitioning to efficient, electric solutions is a key strategy in Bend’s Community Climate Action Plan, and Go Electric! is designed to help community members understand how and why electrification matters.

Through interactive, in‑person and virtual workshops led by trusted local and statewide partners, Go Electric! breaks down electrification in clear, approachable terms. Participants will learn how electrification works, explore common misconceptions, and get connected to real‑world resources, incentives, and next steps.

“Go Electric! is about making the energy transition accessible and practical for everyone,” said City of Bend Management Analyst for Environment & Climate Megan Lee. “We want people to feel informed and supported as they explore options that can improve comfort in their homes while also benefiting our community and climate.”

All Go Electric! workshops are open to all community members. The series will launch with three workshops over the coming months:

Electrification 101

Learn what electrification really means, how it benefits individuals and the community, and what resources are available to help get started.

Wednesday, April 29, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

City of Bend Council Chambers (or join online via Zoom)

Speakers:

Brennan Breen, Energize Bend

Dan Cartmell, Electrify Oregon

Weatherization for income-Qualified Households

Learn about no‑ and low‑cost options like insulation, sealing and energy‑saving upgrades. Local experts will share information on available programs, eligibility and resources.

Wednesday, June 24, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Bend City Hall, Awbrey Butte Conference Room (or join online via Zoom)

Panelists:

Satya Austin-Opper, The Environmental Center

Thomas Elzinga, Central Electric Cooperative

Jessica Taylor, NeighborImpact

Efficiency and Comfort for Renters

Homeownership is not a requirement to achieve a more comfortable, affordable and energy-efficient living space. This session dives into real‑world electrification solutions for renters.

Thursday, July 23, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

City of Bend Council Chambers (or join online via Zoom)

Speakers:

Tim Davis, Elevate NP

Jessica Taylor, NeighborImpact

To learn more and register for the events, visit the Go Electric! workshop webpage.

More workshop topics will be rolled out in the coming months. Future topics will include federal and state energy incentives, whole home planning, EV basics and charging, and more.

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Barney Lerten

WASHINGTON (KTVZ – U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley as well as U.S. Reps. Val Hoyle, Andrea Salinas, Janelle Bynum and Maxine Dexter today announced Monday that more than 25 Oregon airports will receive a combined federal investment of more than $27 million to make their infrastructure safer and better.

“Oregonians rely on federal investments like these to support small businesses, emergency responses, and safe travel in communities across our state,” Wyden said. “I’ll keep battling for continued federal support for all airports in Oregon to keep our state’s residents and products moving smoothly and securely from point A to point B.”

“Our regional airports are vital hubs for Oregonians, supporting local businesses and providing essential lifelines during natural disasters,” Merkley said. “Investing in critical airport improvements such as terminals, runways, and more strengthens infrastructure across our state. I’ll keep fighting to secure critical federal funds for improving the efficiency and reliability of Oregon’s airports, benefitting the folks who rely on them for business, travel, and so much more.”

“These investments across Oregon will help improve safety, modernize equipment and make these airports work better for everyone,” said Rep. Hoyle. “Reliability is essential for the economic growth of our coastal community. This funding is a win for the region.”

“Ensuring our airports have the resources and funding they need is vital to the safety of everyone at the airport,” said Rep. Salinas. “This federal grant funding will help make them safer, more reliable, and better equipped to continue serving our local community for years to come.”

“Federal investments like this are vital to keeping Oregon’s communities connected and our economy moving,” said Rep. Bynum. “This funding will expand travel access, boost local businesses, and strengthen our region’s ability to compete and grow. I will continue fighting to ensure our airports have the resources to thrive and better serve Oregonians.”

“The Hood River airport is an important gateway for communities across the Columbia Gorge—supporting emergency response, local businesses, and regional connectivity. This is an important investment, and I am determined to do all I can to keep needed federal dollars coming to my district and supporting the success of our communities,” said Rep. Dexter.

The awards from the federal Department of Transportation for the Oregon airports are as follows:

$6.24 million combined to Mahlon Sweet Field in Eugene to rebuild 21,177 square feet of terminal Concourse A, including interiors and restroom rehabilitation, construction including HVAC and mechanical; expand terminal Concourse A by 9,893 square feet, including HVAC and mechanical systems, including interiors and restroom rehabilitation.

$3.45 million to Roberts Field in Redmond to expand the terminal by 131,283 square feet

$3.18 million combined to Mulino State Airport to reseal 3,340 linear feet of hangar taxilane pavement; reseal 9,645 square yards of tiedown apron pavement and joints; reseal 3,425 linear feet of runway pavement and joints, expand an existing non-exclusive use hangar for aircraft storage by 10,500 square feet

$2.67 million to the Grants Pass Airport for new guidance signs., new lighting on taxiway edge lighting, extends paved runway by 13,294 feet, install runway end identifier lights system and precision approach path indicator system, extend taxiway by 870 feet in length

$2 million to Rogue Valley International Airport in Medford to rebuild 8,000 square yards of apron pavement; rehabilitate 30,000 square yards of apron pavement; update the pavement management plan and pavement survey and study

$947,435 combined to Brookings Airport to rebuild runway lighting, install a new airport rotating beacon, rebuild the precision approach path indicator system, rebuild the runway end identifier lights system, acquire and install new wind cone navigational aids to provide pilots, rebuild the runway end identifier lights system

$850,000 to Albany Municipal Airport to reseal 3,004 feet of runway, rebuild runway end identifier lights system

$800,254 combined to Joseph State Airport to acquire and install a new automated weather observing system, reseal 5,210 feet of runway pavement and joints; reseal 6,990 feet of taxiway pavement and joints

$760,000 to Southwest Oregon Regional Airport in North Bend to build runway safety area

$687,235 combined to Condon State Pauling Field to update the existing airport layout plan, reseal 1,030 feet of taxiway pavement; reseal 5,000 square yards of agriculture aircraft apron/pavement; reseal 830 feet of taxilane pavement

$600,000 to Corvallis Municipal Airport to reseal 7,200 linear feet of taxiway pavement

$534,000 to Ashland Municipal Airport to reseal 3,331 linear feet of taxilane pavement and joints; rehabilitate 131 linear feet of taxilane pavement; reseal 3,791 linear feet of runway pavement and joints

$500,000 to the Oregon Department of Aviation to update the regional airport system plan, the pavement management plan and pavement study

$490,224 combined to Chiloquin State Airport to reseal 4,190 square yards of apron pavement and joints, reseal 3,910 feet of runway pavement and joints

$465,789 combined to Roseburg Regional Airport to rehabilitate 27,555 square yards of apron pavement; rehabilitate 5,003 feet of paved runway $439,810 to Lebanon State Airport to reseal 2,140 feet of taxiway pavement and joints; reseal 2,750 feet of runway pavement and joints

$389,504 to Burns Municipal Airport to build a new 1,600-square-foot snow removal equipment building

$360,000 to Astoria Regional Airport to extend taxiways by 1,350 feet in length to reduce delays$326,774 to Gold Beach Municipal Airport to reseal 3,200 feet of taxiway pavement; reseal 3,200 feet of runway pavement

$300,000 to Ontario Municipal Airport to build a new helipad

$300,000 to Baker City Municipal Airport to rebuild 500 feet of airport access road

$300,000 to Crook County for the Prineville Airport to rehabilitate 5,404 linear feet of paved runway

$285,000 to Crater Lake/Klamath Regional Airport in Klamath Falls to rehabilitate 9,888 square yards of apron pavement

$220,000 to Ken Jernstedt Airfield in Hood River to reseal 175 feet of taxiway pavement, rehabilitate a tiedown apron and reseal 1,200 feet of apron taxilane

$171,760 to Grant County Regional Airport in John Day to build a new fuel farm by adding a 15,000-gallon AvGas fuel tank and a 15,000-gallon Jet A fuel tank and self-service pumps and associated 444-square-yard fuel apron pavement for a new fuel type

$150,000 to Hermiston Municipal Airport to rebuild the precision approach path indicator system

$124,678 to McNary Field in Salem to update the airport master plan study

$109,000 to Christmas Valley Airport to installs runway end identifier lights system at both ends; rebuild 5,200 linear feet of paved runway

”This federal investment in the Grants Pass Airport is a major win for our community and for the long‑term economic vitality of Josephine County,” said Grants Pass City Manager Aaron Cubic. “Replacing aging lighting, signage, and critical electrical systems will significantly enhance airfield safety and reliability, ensuring that our airport can continue to serve residents, businesses, and emergency response operations without interruption. “

Modern, dependable airport infrastructure is foundational to economic growth. These improvements strengthen our ability to attract business activity, support tourism, and maintain vital air access for firefighting, medical transport, and regional aviation services. We are grateful for the strong support from our federal partners, and this award underscores the importance of continued investment in rural transportation assets that keep communities like ours connected and competitive.”

“Capital improvements and major maintenance at the Albany Airport are made possible with this type of support,’’ said City Manager Peter Troedsson. “Without these grants we would not be able to operate the Airport. We’re grateful for the FAA’s funding in extending the service life of the Albany Airport runway and replacing this vital part of the airport’s lighting system.”

“The City of Condon is extremely grateful for the support the FAA is providing to Condon State Airport-Pauling Field,” said Gibb Wilkins, Public Works Superintendent/Interim City Administrator. “By updating the airport layout and resealing critical pavement, this grant is ensuring that Condon State Airport-Pauling Field remains safe, efficient, and able to serve the community well into the future.”

“We are grateful to the Federal Aviation Administration for granting these funds to install needed safety enhancements that will help the City of Ashland serve our airport users over the next decade,” said Ashland Mayor Tonya Graham.

“The role of the Burns Municipal Airport in terms of public safety is often overlooked,” said Harney County Commissioner Rob Frank. “It is an integral component of our wildfire response and emergency response for the entire region, and this investment in infrastructure is critical.”

“The main access road to the Baker City Municipal Airport is in very poor condition and has failed,” said Barry Murphy¸ City Manager for Baker City. “The project will reconstruct the road while ensuring it has the ability to accommodate larger tractor-trailer trucks that now supply most of the aviation fuel. All vehicles entering airport property use this road, so rehabilitating and enhancing the road will have a significant benefit to users of the airport and our community.”

“This funding will allow us to construct a new fuel farm and is a significant step forward in strengthening our airport’s capabilities. By expanding our fueling options and improving accessibility, we are better positioned to serve a wider range of aircraft, support local and regional aviation needs, and enhance safety and efficiency for pilots and operators,” said Haley Walker, airport manager for Grant County Regional Airport. “Investments like this not only improve day-to-day operations but also contribute to the long-term economic vitality of our community. We appreciate the continued support that makes projects like this possible and look forward to the positive impact it will have on Grant County and the surrounding region.”

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Silas Moreau

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, the Bend Parks and Recreation District is hiring for summer positions!

Hopeful helpers ages 15 and up are invited and encouraged to apply for positions supporting summer camps, swimming, outdoor recreation and all things fun.

Here are some of the positions you can apply for:

Youth Summer Camp Leader

Youth Recreation Leader

Youth Outdoor Recreation Leader

Youth Adventure Recreation Leader

Therapeutic Recreation Leader

Lifeguard

Swim Instructor

Customer Service

Swim Instructor & Swim Coach

Park Custodian & Park Landscaper

You can learn more about all the job opportunities at BPRD here.

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