REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Baby Resources Program received a $500 donation this month through KTVZ’s Pay It Forward Program, to help local parents secure essential supplies. The Redmond-based charity provides clothing, diapers and other equipment for children up to age 8. The donation is part of a KTVZ initiative, sponsored by Mid-Oregon
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Submarine Veterans will host a christening ceremony for its S.S. Redside model submarine on Saturday, March 7. The event is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. at the Riverbend Park pavilion in Bend. The organization, established in 2002, recently expanded its membership to begin a project honoring local
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The magic of winter and the power of community were on full display at the 2026 Bend WinterFest, raising $7,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon. Held Feb. 13–15 in the Old Mill District, the annual celebration once again brought together thousands of locals and visitors for a weekend
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Update: KTVZ’s Claire Elmer spoke with Holden and his parents to learn more about the upcoming event. Above is the full report, also available on KTVZ+. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Skiers and snowboarders will gather at Mt. Bachelor on Sunday, March 8th, for the inaugural ‘Runs for Wishes’ Ski-A-Thon. The fundraiser was spearheaded by 11-year-old
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Museum will launch a year-long program this spring called ‘250 in the West’ to examine the legacy of the American founding in the region. The series precedes the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. The program features a series of events with historians and scholars
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from the annual Polar Plunge & 5k fundraiser for Special Olympics Oregon in Bend to free entry at the High Desert Museum! For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend-La Pine Education Foundation continues its partnership with Mt. Bachelor and the Ski 4 Schools program, now in its 21st year. This popular program offers discounted tickets to skiers and snowboarders and directs the proceeds to local area schools in Bend and Redmond. Once again, the tickets sold out in record time, raising $28,125 for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend have announced Jennifer Graham as the organization’s new chief operating officer. The organization said Wednesday that Graham will oversee club operations and programming to support safe and high-quality experiences for local youth and families. The appointment comes as the Boys & Girls Clubs of
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend chapter of the Future Farmers of America will hold its Run for the Roses Benefit Dinner and Auction on Saturday, March 7. The fundraiser is the organization’s only major event of the year used to pay for student travel to national competitions. This year’s event features a Kentucky Derby
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend says it is offering sponsorship and grant funding to organizations working to build a more connected, inclusive or engaged community. “From neighborhood gatherings to cultural celebrations and educational programs, these funds promote community outreach and education regarding City priorities and Council Goals,” Monday’s announcement said. It continues
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Increase your mobility and confidence with Cascades East Transit’s Transit 101 and pass enrollment pop-up events, the agency announced. The community-focused sessions are designed to boost ridership through education, hands-on support, and easy access to transit resources, according to a CET news relesae. Staff will assist riders with signing up for
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from ‘Brewery Bingo’ in Bend to a monster truck show in Redmond! For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — OnPoint Community Credit Union is asking the public to nominate exceptional educators for its 17th annual Prize for Excellence in Education. The program will award $193,000 to eight outstanding educators and five schools across Oregon and southwest Washington. “OnPoint was founded by teachers more than 90 years ago, and we honor our roots
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend announced Thursday it’s launching an interactive campaign to celebrate its 100-year anniversary of providing water services. Prior to 1926, the community’s drinking water came from the Deschutes River. In the early 1920s, dams built at Crane Prairie and Crescent Lake led to algae blooms and tainted water
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is investing $25,000 in 10 Central Oregon farms this winter through its On-Farm Efficiency Grant program, supporting projects that promote efficient, sustainable practices with lasting environmental and community impact. Grant recipients will use the grant funding – up to $3,000 to each recipient – for
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ROSEBURG, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Ford Family Foundation’s Visual Arts Program has announced Warm Springs artist Lillian Pitt (Warm Springs, Wasco, Yakama) as the inaugural recipient of the 1905 Legacy Award. Named in honor of Hallie E. Ford’s birth year, the 1905 Legacy Award recognizes outstanding Oregon artists whose extensive careers and sustained excellence have significantly impacted the artistic community of Oregon. The award will be given
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This month, as MountainStar Family Relief Nursery continues celebrating its 25th anniversary year, the organization is inviting the community to show love in a powerful, practical way — by supporting families through its February Community Care Project. At MountainStar, love shows up in small, steady actions that strengthen families and build resilience during times of stress. February’s
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — United Way of Central Oregon announced this week the successful results of its 2025 initiatives, “highlighting a year of significant growth in financial security, transportation access, housing stabilization, eviction prevention, food security, emergency funding, health and hygiene, and basic needs initiatives.” “From the launch of innovative new programs and initiatives like Ride United and United Way CARES to winning the Central
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ — Oregon taxpayers can get free help filing their federal and state personal income tax returns electronically at six different WorkSource Oregon locations across the state in February and March, including a Bend event on Wednesday, March 21. WorkSource Oregon and the Oregon Department of Revenue are teaming up to provide the assistance. Volunteers from Revenue will be stationed
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from WinterFest returning to Bend’s Old Mill District to some Valentine’s Day events on Saturday. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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