BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s hard to believe on this beautiful day, but it’s true! Holidays are just around the corner. Make your holiday shopping easy, stress-free and donate to a worthy cause at the same time. Soroptimist International of Bend is offering fresh from Oregon forests wreaths, centerpieces, garlands and more. The 41st Soroptimist
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On Friday, fifth-graders at R.E. Jewell Elementary School in southeast Bend will take a deep dive lesson into solar energy, learn about how it’s generated and get to build their own solar-powered cars as part of a celebration of the school’s new grant-funded solar array.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College is hosting a series of Zoom-based information sessions this fall for its veterinary technician program. The sessions provide a program overview with details on structure, length and cost. Tues., Oct. 4, noon-1 p.m. Thurs., Oct. 27, noon-1 p.m. Tues., Nov. 1, 9-10 a.m. Tues., Nov. 15, 5-6 p.m.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — – Camp Fire Central Oregon is seeking professional photographers to help with its upcoming Fall Photo Day Fundraiser. The event, slated to take place on Saturday, October 22, is a chance for individuals and families to come have their portrait taken at Pioneer Park, in exchange for a donation to Camp
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Following a highly competitive national recruitment, Deschutes County has hired Janice Garceau as its new Health Services director. Garceau, who will start her new role on Oct. 1, replaces Dr. George Conway, who retired earlier this year. Deputy County Administrator Erik Kropp has been serving as interim Health Services director since
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Over the next year, the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests and Crooked River National Grassland will be conducting “National Visitor Use Monitoring,” a standardized survey process utilized by the Forest Service nationwide to collect traffic and visitation data. Beginning Oct. 1 and running through Sept. 30, 2023, contracted employees will be
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Heart of Oregon Corps is taking action during these times of inflation and increased housing costs to support the young people in our community.
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Trail closures in the West Bend area south of Skyliners Road will shift as vegetation management work progresses through the area, the Deschutes National Forest said Monday. Trails are closed for public and operator safety during operations.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Research shows that learning happens best when social, emotional and cognitive growth are connected. High-quality, evidence-based programs are also critical to positive academic outcomes, better attendance and improved graduation rates. That’s why Pacific Power puts funding and resources behind schools and organizations that work toward these goals and open the doors of opportunity for learners of
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Assistance League of Bend will have a booth at the 23rd anniversary of the Heaven Can Wait 5K Walk/ Run in Redmond. They will be offering free knitted and sewn hats to cancer patients and “knitted knockers” prothesis to patients who have undergone a mastectomy. All of the items have been
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is pleased to announce its 2022 Central Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Summit. The summit will be held on Thursday, Sept. 29th from 8:30 – 1:00 p.m. at Redmond City Hall, located at 411 SW Ninth St. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Summit is
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of Sept. 23-30: 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
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Economic Development for Central Oregon announces the five finalists advancing in the Early Stage competition for the 19th annual Bend Venture Conference on Thursday, October 20 – Friday, October 21. These companies will compete for a minimum investment of $30,000 from Portland Seed Fund. Nine Early Stage companies took the stage
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The City of Bend Police Department will host a First Responder Job Fair and Community Event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8 at Riverbend Park in Bend.
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The Deschutes National Forest is taking public comment on Mount Bachelor’s plan to install the new Skyliner chairlift. Bachelor plans to replace its four-person lift with a six-person Doppelmayr lift. That requires tree removal, boulder removal, and digging new footings. The top terminal will move 50-feet to allow for more unloading space, while the bottom
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the Deschutes County road construction update for the week of September 25 to October 1. Paving of Alfalfa Market Rd: MP 4 to Johnson Ranch Rd (Bend Area) – Installation of recessed pavement markers between MP 4 and Johnson Ranch Road. Traffic Information – Road users should anticipate single lane closures
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the city of Bend’s road report for the week of September 26-October 2: SW Bluff Drive between SW Wilson Avenue and SW Bond Street for sewer main installation, full road closure, 9/26/22 – 9/30/22NW Newport Avenue between NW Juniper Street and NW 15th Street for a natural gas service installation, single lane closure
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes River Conservancy, in partnership with the Central Oregon Irrigation District and North Unit Irrigation District, is continuing its 2022 Deschutes Water Bank Pilot Program. The program is a local, flexible and voluntary water management tool, which allows for the easier movement of water to meet farmer and river needs in
Continue ReadingThe City of Bend will bring together a variety of stakeholders at two roundtable meetings next week to receive feedback regarding the camping code currently in development.
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Mowing operations are planned adjacent to a portion of the Storm King Trail, located west of Bend. An additional segment of the trail will be closed for public and operator safety during operations, the Deschutes National Forest said Thursday.
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