Oregon BottleDrop announces 2023 statewide Hidden Bottle Hunt
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative is hosting the 2023 Hidden Bottle Hunt from July 5-9 by hiding six commemorative…
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PacificSource grant will help over 100 C.O. kids attend Camp Fire’s SummerKids camp program
For many families throughout Central Oregon, the cost for summer camp programs can be tough if not impossible to manage. But thanks to a new grant…
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Humane Society of C. Oregon prepares for influx of fireworks-frightened runaway pets
The days surrounding the 4th of July is the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s busiest week of the year.…
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Oregon DHS launches redesigned website with improved access and usability
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) website launched a fresh look Wednesday. The redesigned website is more…
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Job Corps launches summer recruitment drive in Oregon for 16- to 24-year-olds
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — The U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps program has launched a summer recruitment drive in Oregon, offering immediate…
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Forest Service reminder: When visiting national forests over the Fourth, leave the fireworks at home
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Forest Service officials are asking everyone to help us prevent forest fires as we celebrate Independence Day. Here’s…
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Oregon’s ‘Operation Dry Water’ holiday enforcement effort focuses on impaired boat operation
Marine law enforcement officers across the state will be joining the Oregon State Marine Board and the United States Coast Guard to increase…
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Oregon Lottery offers offbeat sports betting opportunities during the summer
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – How many hot dogs does it take to win the annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest? The contest returns on July 4 (last…
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Tickets now available for High Desert Rendezvous, signature fundraiser for High Desert Museum
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tickets are now available for the High Desert Museum’s signature fundraiser, High Desert Rendezvous — one of the…
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Hayden Homes partners with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to build 75 beds for kids, also donates $10,000
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hayden Homes recently partnered with the Deschutes County Chapter of Sleep In Heavenly Peace to build or refurbish 75 beds for…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon CEO Sabrina Slusser steps down after 12 years
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Community members know that the Humane Society of Central Oregon is an organization that builds bonds and provides caring…
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Bend’s No-Bake Cookie Company acquired by Village Family Capital
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The No-Bake Cookie Company, founded in 2012 by the Healy Family of Bend, has recently been acquired for an undisclosed amount by…
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Avoid home improvement scams with tips, help from Oregon Construction Contractors Board
Home improvement scams are most prevalent in summertime, and consumers should be on the lookout for the warning signs of a scam.…
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Habitat for Humanity accepting applications for seven new homes in Redmond
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity announced it has begun accepting applications for seven new homes in Redmond, with a submission deadline of June…
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Bend’s Avid Cider announces it will move production to new, larger space in Redmond
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Avid Cider announced Monday that they will be relocating their production facility to a larger space in Redmond. The move comes…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of June 23-30
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of June 23-30. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and…
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St. Charles Health System awards over $100K to 16 Central Oregon nonprofits, agencies
Schools, food pantries, houseless service providers and health and wellness programs for first responders are among 16 nonprofits and organizations…
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C. Oregon Locavore launches urgent fundraising campaign to replace failing point-of-sale system
The nonprofit Central Oregon Locavore is launching an urgent capital campaign called the “SOS POS Fundraiser” (Point of Sale) to fund the…
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Bend Fire & Rescue hosting Camp Fire Axe
Bend Fire & Rescue has kicked off Camp Fire Axe 2023! This camp is an exciting introduction into a Fire/EMS career at Bend Fire.…
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Oregon fire marshal launches one-stop website about defensible space, offers walk-through assessment
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — To better prepare Oregonians for wildfire and give them resources to help create defensible space, the Oregon State Fire…
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