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Jillian Fortner

Bend

Multimedia Journalist and Weather Anchor at KTVZ-TV (Bend, OR)

News & weather @KTVZ 📺 | UCSD alum 🎓 | San Diego native ☀️

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  • 1 day ago | ktvz.com | Jillian Fortner

    KTVZCrowd watches competitors in 2023 SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle New Published May 14, 2025 10:41 am (Jillian Fortner has a report at Five) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - An iconic multi-sport race returns to the High Desert this weekend. The SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle is the largest fundraiser for the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation. Funds generated from the event allow MBSEF to make program fees affordable for youth athletes in Central Oregon.

  • 1 day ago | ktvz.com | Jillian Fortner

    KTVZCrowd watches competitors in 2023 SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle Updated today at 3:29 pm Published May 14, 2025 10:41 am Jillian Fortner has a report on KTVZ News at 6:00 p.m.BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - An iconic multi-sport race returns to the High Desert this weekend. The SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle is the largest fundraiser for the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation. Funds generated from the event allow MBSEF to make program fees affordable for youth athletes in Central Oregon.

  • 1 day ago | ktvz.com | Jillian Fortner

    Jillian Fortner has a report on KTVZ News at 6:00 p.m.BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - Triathlete Andy Krueger is gearing up to defend his title at this year’s Pole Pedal Paddle, a race he’s been familiar with since childhood. “I grew up watching my parents compete in it,” Krueger said. The SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle, a multi-sport race that starts at Mt. Bachelor and ends at Riverbend Park. Participants must ski, bike, run and paddle their way to the finish line.

  • 4 days ago | ktvz.com | Jillian Fortner

    New Published May 11, 2025 7:07 pm It's currently snowing up at Mt. Bachelor as I write this! More mountain snow is expected tonight, continuing into Monday and Tuesday. Exciting news for late season skiers and riders. BE PART OF THE CONVERSATIONKTVZ NewsChannel 21 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. Please keep your comments respectful and relevant.

  • 4 days ago | ktvz.com | Jillian Fortner

    New Published May 11, 2025 3:55 pm Clouds are increasing across the region with some areas already seeing light rain. Winds are breezy, ranging from 15-25 mph. Rain will become more widespread late tonight, with light snowfall expected in the mountains. Southern Deschutes County may also see some mixed showers. Overnight lows are dropping into the 30s and 40s. Tomorrow’s daytime highs will be a little cooler, staying in the 50s.

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Jillian Fortner
Jillian Fortner @JillianKTVZ
9 May 25

RT @DesNatlForest: ⚠️Residents in La Pine & Newberry Estates are encouraged to keep doors & windows closed to minimize smoke impacts. Smoke…

Jillian Fortner
Jillian Fortner @JillianKTVZ
9 May 25

Comfortable spring conditions today but some summer-like temperatures move in tomorrow! https://t.co/3ABvHx2H3W

Jillian Fortner
Jillian Fortner @JillianKTVZ
5 May 25

This week is looking good! ☀️ I’ll have a full forecast for you at 6, 10 and 11pm. https://t.co/LtpKXYoFIL