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Bend Design Conference kicks off at OSU Cascades, celebrating 10 years

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Design Conference kicked off today at Oregon State University – Cascades, marking its 10th anniversary and a new chapter for this popular creative gathering. Running through tomorrow, the event brings together artists, designers, and makers from diverse backgrounds to explore creativity, inspiration, and new approaches to work and community.​

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Local support spurs success at Rimrock Trails’ ‘Bowties & Boots’ fundraising event 

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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Rimrock Trails Treatment Services said Friday it is proud to announce that its fourth annual A Night to Remember: Bowties & Boots fundraiser, presented by Jeff Larkin Realty, raised more than $110,000 to support essential behavioral health services for individuals and families across Central Oregon.  Here’s the full announcement from Rimrock

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Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon launches nonprofit PetsForward, to expand access to advanced care

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Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – What began as a local act of compassion has grown into a powerful mission to change the future of animal health care. PetsForward, an advanced veterinary health care fund and nonprofit organization, is proud to announce its official launch, an expansion of the beloved VRCCO Care Fund, which has already touched

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Shepherd’s House Ministries Launches Annual Cold Weather Clothing Drive

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With temperatures dropping and winter winds sweeping through Central Oregon, Shepherd’s House Ministries is launching its annual Cold Weather Clothing Drive to help those facing the elements without proper gear. This week’s chilly weather has highlighted a growing need in the community. Many individuals are spending nights outdoors, exposed to freezing

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Sustainable commute: Oregonians log nearly 4,000 trips in annual statewide ‘Get There Challenge’

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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Commute Options announced Thursday the results from its region’s participation in the annual Get There Challenge, a two-week statewide event encouraging Oregonians to choose alternative transportation modes over driving alone. Out of 969 total participants statewide, 272 came from the Commute Options service area in Central and Eastern

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Oregon Arts Commission makes more than $1.75 million in Sustaining Arts Program grants to over 350 organizations

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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Grant awards totaling more than $ 1.75 million will be distributed to 355 Oregon arts organizations through the Oregon Arts Commission’s Sustaining Arts Program for fiscal year 2026, the organization said Wednesday.. In 2025, the Arts Commission reimagined the grant program to provide a more equitable distribution of funds to arts

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Triple your impact: Pacific Power will match your contribution to the Oregon Energy Fund 2-for-1

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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pacific Power said Wednesday it’s making it easy to help your neighbors and their families stay warm this season. For every dollar you donate, Pacific Power will match customer donations to the Oregon Energy Fund with $2 more.  Pacific Power customers who receive their bills by mail will find an Oregon Energy Fund contribution envelope included with November’s bill. Customers who pay their bills

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Central Oregon Gives

2025 ‘Central Oregon Gives’ campaign launches, supporting more than 80 local nonprofits

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s annual year-end giving campaign is back, and it comes at an important time for the community. Beginning Thursday, community members can visit centraloregongives.com to support more than 80 local nonprofit organizations working to strengthen the heart of our region during these trying times for nonprofits.  From tackling affordable housing and supporting

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Deschutes County’s ‘I Voted’ sticker student contest for 2026 election will mark America’s 250th birthday

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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Next year, the United States will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To commemorate this milestone, the Deschutes County Elections Office is hosting an “I Voted” sticker contest for the 2026 elections. :Students in grades K-12 are encouraged to design a sticker that

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Redmond Senior Center

Redmond Senior Center launches year-end fundraising campaign to support key programs

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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond Senior Center has launched its year-end fundraising campaign, with a goal of raising $100,000 by Dec, 31. The funds will support the center’s vital programs and services that benefit seniors in the Redmond community, including Meals on Wheels, daily lunches, wellness programs, and various social and recreational activities, the organization

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BottleDrop activates emergency fund, donates $30,000 to help Oregon nonprofits providing food access

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Update: Adding video CLACKAMAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative, operator of the BottleDrop network, is activating its Emergency Fund to aid with emergency food access in Oregon and is inviting Oregonians to support the effort through container donations or direct contributions via their BottleDrop accounts. To kick off the campaign, OBRC donated

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SNAP funding uncertainty leaves Central Oregon food banks scrambling to feed families

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –Uncertainty surrounding federal food assistance is putting pressure on local food banks across Oregon — including Shepherd’s House Ministries in Bend. The Trump administration announced Monday that it would use all $4.65 billion in contingency funds to cover roughly half of each eligible household’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for the

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