City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of August 15-21
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of August 15-21. Ongoing Closures: Wilson Corridor Improvements…
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Bend Park and Rec fall recreation program registration opens Tuesday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Anticipating the return to school, cooler weather and ice-skating season, Bend Park and Recreation District is opening…
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La Pine Community Center in line for $3 million in federal funding for Wellness Center project
The La Pine Community Health Center has been included in the draft U.S. Senate Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations bill to receive just…
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High Desert Food Trail, a self-guided culinary experience, in full swing for summer season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Food Trail was created by High Desert Food and Farm Alliance with Travel Oregon, Visit Central Oregon, and…
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‘Patch paving’ work begins Monday night on U.S. Highway 20 in Sisters
U.S. Highway 20 (West Cascade Avenue) through Sisters will be patch paved between Locust Street and Pine Street beginning Monday night, ODOT said…
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City of Redmond planned road closures and delays: August 14-27
Here are the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays for August…
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Bend-La Pine Schools set ‘Winnie the Pooh’ school bus safety events for next week
New bus riders, kindergarten students and their families are invited to learn about bus safety and take a spin on a school bus during the Winnie the…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon, NewsChannel 21 partner to once again ‘Clear the Shelters’ this month
The Humane Society of Central Oregon is once again partnering with NewsChannel 21 and joining the nationwide effort to #ClearTheShelters in August.…
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Deschutes County sets Tumalo Community Plan Update open house
TUMALO, Ore. (KTZ_ — Deschutes County Planning Division is updating the Tumalo Community Plan (TCP) to 2040. The TCP serves as a guide for…
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Thursday is National Safe Digging Day; Oregonians urged to call 811 before digging
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Thursday, August 11 (8/11) is National 811 Day. Also known as National Safe Digging Day, the observance exists to raise…
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Oregon Community Foundation sends $8.7 million to 371 nonprofits
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Community Foundation announced Tuesday it is awarding over $8.7 million in new community grants including $2.4…
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Safe Routes to School advisory committee seeks up to 4 new members
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you passionate about the ability to walk and roll safely in Oregon – and helping our children do the same? The Safe Routes…
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FootZone in downtown Bend offering fall training groups
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — FootZone is excited to announce fall training groups, including a Trail Half Marathon and “Running Forward,” a combination…
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Family Access Network receives $25,000 from Safeway Albertsons Foundation’s ‘Nourishing Neighbors’ program
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network (FAN) recently received a $25,000 grant from Safeway Albertsons Foundation’s Nourishing Neighbors…
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Education Foundation for Bend-La Pine Schools receives funds from Les Schwab Foundation, OnPoint Credit Union
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Education Foundation for Bend–La Pine Schools has received funding support in the amounts of $10,000 from OnPoint…
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Hawkins named interim principal at Silver Rail Elementary
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook announced Tuesday that Lava Ridge Elementary School Assistant Principal Lybe…
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Oregon’s farmers markets mark National Farmers Market Week
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Farmers Markets Association joins markets across the country in celebrating National Farmers Market Week from…
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2023 Sisters Rodeo tickets go on sale Sept. 1; Rodeo queen tryouts to be held Sept. 10
The Sisters Rodeo Association Board of Directors have announced the 2023 Sisters Rodeo performance tickets will be available starting Sept. 1. The…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of August 5-12
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of August 5-12. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and…
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Caroline Tracy wins 2022 Waterston Desert Writing Prize; Kevin Fedarko to speak at ceremony
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon is one of the most widely recognized and beloved…
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