Four books chosen, four authors return for Deschutes Public Library’s ‘A Novel Idea’ in 2023
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Novel Idea has taken readers around the world and throughout time. We’ve read amazing books, joined in on powerful…
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Oregon Housing and Community Services issues ‘midway report’ on Statewide Housing Plan progress
Oregon Housing and Community Services on Friday released a report to provide an update on what the agency calls significant progress in meeting the…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of Dec. 2-9
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of Dec. 2-9. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Dec. 4-10
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Dec. 4-10. Stevens Rd Sewer Line Installation (Bend…
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ODFW has a holiday suggestion: Give gifts to get your family and friends outdoors all year long
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife suggests that you give a year of the outdoors this holiday…
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Bend Chamber seeks nominations for 2023 Business Excellence Awards
The nomination process for the Bend Chamber’s annual Business Excellence Awards is now open through Jan. 1, 2023. The 2023 Business Excellence…
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Deschutes County seeks volunteers for Facility Project Review Committee
Deschutes County is accepting applications from interested residents with public-sector project management experience to serve on the county’s…
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City of Bend plans open house on Ferguson Road sewer improvement project
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is hosting an in-person open house to share information about the Ferguson Sewer Improvement Project. This…
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Oregon Community Foundation’s ‘GO Kids’ grants include $45K to Central Oregon’s Juntos Aprendemos
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Community Foundation announced Wednesday that it has granted $904,220 to 30 Oregon-based nonprofits that are…
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SELCO Credit Union awards 60 SPARK! creative learning grants, including 17 to Central Oregon schools
SELCO Community Credit Union announced Wednesday that it has awarded more than $54,000 to 60 educators at 55 schools across Oregon through its…
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Christmas Tree Project of Bend returns, to deliver free trees to those in need — with your help
Local volunteer and community activist Lindsay Greco is passionate about the holiday season. Not only does she enjoy celebrating with a Christmas…
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Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity receives 2 awards from Earth Advantage
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity recently was honored with two Earth Advantage Awards: “Most Net Zero Homes” and “Project of the Year- Affordable…
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Artist applications to open for 2023 Sunriver Art Fair
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Artist applications for the 2023 Sunriver Art Fair open Dec 1, 2022 and close on March 4, 2023. The Art Fair is a nationally…
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City of Bend begins community survey for council goal-setting, will offer online version soon
The City of Bend is seeking community feedback to guide priorities and direction for the next two years. People in Bend may receive a call or a text…
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OnPoint Community Credit Union gives $100,000 to Oregon, SW Wash. nonprofits on Giving Tuesday
On Giving Tuesday, OnPoint Community Credit Union announced it will contribute a total of $100,000, which will be split among eight non-profits that…
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C.O. Health Council, state Higher Education Coordinating Commission each award Diversability Inc. $50,000
Bend-based Diversability Inc. was awarded $50,000 from the Central Oregon Health Council to expand services and programming for individuals with…
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OnPoint Community Credit Union offers 10 tips for festive, yet cost-conscious holiday season
The 2022 holiday season is officially underway, and inflation has people shopping much more carefully than in past years. The average household…
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‘Know Joy’ this December with the Deschutes Public Library
Take a break this holiday season to enjoy some of Central Oregon’s most talented musicians and performers that fill our lives with joy.…
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Oregon State Parks offers $5 off annual parking permit purchases in December
Give the gift of the outdoors and save this season with the Oregon State Parks 12-month parking permit sale through…
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Dutch Bros customers raise over $23,000 for Honor Flight of Central Oregon
Dutch Bros locations in Central Oregon partnered with customers to donate more than $23,000 to Honor Flight of Central Oregon. Proceeds from every…
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