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Deschutes County commissioners provide $1 million to establish middle-income housing fund

July 10, 2023 2:03 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In what’s being a major step forward to bring affordable housing to hard-working folks in Deschutes County, and its cities, commissioners recently voted to provide $1 million to create the HOME Fund, or Home Ownership for Middle-Income Employees Fund. Supporters said in Monday’s announcement, “This innovative new fund will reduce the cost to build new homes in Deschutes County

Registration now open for 24th annual Heaven Can Wait breast cancer fundraiser

July 10, 2023 12:21 pm KTVZ News Partners

It’s time to dust off your pink tutus and superhero capes and get ready for the 24th annual Heaven Can Wait event. Registration is now open for the popular breast cancer fundraiser and 5K, set to take place in Redmond on Sunday, Oct 1.

Like to get away next month? BLM seeking caretaker for Riddle Brothers Ranch at Steens Mountain

July 10, 2023 9:49 am KTVZ News Partners

HINES, Ore. (KTVZ) – Are you interested in a three-week, paid vacation to Steens Mountain in southeast Oregon? Do you enjoy history, nature, and quaint, remote settings? We have the perfect opportunity for you! The Bureau of Land Management Burns District is looking for a short-term host to fill a caretaker position at Riddle Brothers

ODFW to host online, in-person public meetings on 2024 Big Game Hunting Regulations

July 7, 2023 6:06 pm KTVZ News Partners

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host a series of public meetings this month, with district wildlife biologists presenting proposed changes to next year’s big game regulations and getting feedback. Few major changes are proposed for 2024 Regulations, but there will be some new hunts and a few hunts

The Environmental Center seeks nominations for 2023 Sustainability Awards

July 7, 2023 3:35 pm KTVZ News Partners

On Thursday, November 2nd, The Environmental Center will present its eighth Sustainability Awards, honoring those who are leading the way to a sustainable future in Central Oregon. Individuals, businesses, organizations, and other community-led projects and programs in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson counties are all welcome to apply. Nominations are also welcome before August 28th, 2023.

ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of July 7-14

July 7, 2023 3:20 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of July 7-14. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and efficient transportation system for everyone. We invest in Oregon’s future through roadway improvement projects. The following projects are located within Region 4; Central Oregon from The

Deschutes County road construction update: Week of July 9-15

July 7, 2023 3:11 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of July 9-15. Chip Seal (Tumalo & Bend Areas) – Deschutes County crews will be chip sealing and/or fog sealing the following roads (weather permitting): Foster RoadS Century DriveCascade Lakes Hwy Traffic Information – Road users should anticipate single lane closures facilitated by

City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of July 10-16

July 7, 2023 3:03 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of July 10-16. We’re now in the middle of construction season! As you navigate your way through the City streets and neighborhoods, please remember to slow down, read the signs and stay on the designated detour routes. Check

Redmond planned road closures and delays update: July 9-22

July 7, 2023 2:50 pm KTVZ News Partners

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays for July 9-22. City of Redmond road closures can be viewed on the Redmond Area Street Closures, Events and Delays Map and ODOT TripCheck. **NEW CLOSURES: Monday, July 10 thru Thursday, July 13, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Liquid Roads™ application for the City’s 2023

Carly Colgan named new CEO of Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity

July 7, 2023 10:02 am KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity announced that Carly Colgan has been hired as its new Chief Executive Officer. Colgan has served as CEO for South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity in Washington since 2018. “I am honored and grateful to join the dedicated team at Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity,” said Ccolgan. “I

High Desert Museum’s ‘Art in the West’ exhibition, auction celebrates region through stunning artwork

May 31, 2023 9:57 pm KTVZ News Partners

The High Desert Museum will unveil a diverse collection of traditional and contemporary art on Saturday, July 8 in its annual Art in the West exhibition and silent auction. This year’s juried exhibition will feature over 90 works of art by dozens of acclaimed artists from across the country.

Redmond detailer heading back to Seattle’s Museum of Flight for fifth year on Air Force One Detailing Team

June 29, 2023 9:13 am KTVZ News Partners

(Update: Adding video, comments by Mayfield) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond automotive detailer Shane Mayfield of Perfection Plus Auto Salon has been chosen for his fifth year on the 2023 Air Force One Detailing Team at Seattle’s Museum of Flight, July 10-15. This will be the 20th anniversary of the prestigious project, and it makes

OSU Extension’s Food Preservation and Safety hotline set to open for canning season

July 6, 2023 9:47 am Barney Lerten

As canning season gets underway, the Food Safety and Preservation hotline from Oregon State University Extension Service will start taking calls on Monday, July 10.

ODFW seeks public comment on proposed changes for sport fishing regulations

July 5, 2023 10:09 pm KTVZ News Partners

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will be proposing several changes for next year’s Sport Fishing Regulations at the Friday, Aug. 4 commission meeting in Salem.

Meet OSP’s two wildlife conservation K-9 teams – one from Bend – Saturday at Bonneville Fish Hatchery

July 5, 2023 12:44 pm KTVZ News Partners

CASCADE LOCKS, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Wildlife Foundation and the Fish & Wildlife Division of the Oregon State Police are giving new meaning to the phrase “Dog Days of Summer” by inviting the public to meet the OSP Wildlife Conservation K-9 teams between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday at Bonneville Fish Hatchery.

Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation gives record $928,991 to 85 nonprofits, 16 in Deschutes County

July 4, 2023 3:09 pm KTVZ News Partners

The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation has awarded 85 nonprofit organizations from Coos, Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath and Lane counties a total of $928,991 in the most recent round of the foundation’s semi-annual giving.

ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of June 30-July 7

June 30, 2023 9:29 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of June 30-July 7. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and efficient transportation system for everyone. We invest in Oregon’s future through roadway improvement projects. The following projects are located within Region 4; Central Oregon from

Planned Redmond road closures and delays update: Week of July 2-8

June 30, 2023 9:17 pm Barney Lerten

Here are the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays for the week of July 2-8.

Deschutes County road construction update: Week of July 2-8

June 30, 2023 9:03 pm KTVZ News Partners

Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of July 2-8.

City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of July 3-9

June 30, 2023 4:47 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of July 3-9. We’re now in the middle of construction season! As you navigate your way through the City streets and neighborhoods, please remember to slow down, read the signs and stay on the designated detour routes. Check

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