BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Health Services-Suicide Prevention Program, Lines for Life, Oregon Health Authority and Dougy Center would like to invite the public to an upcoming free and virtual webinar titled, “Supporting Children and Teens who are Grieving.” This hour-long webinar is this Thursday, June 2 at 7:00 p.m. It’s intended for families,
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Disabilities Commission, Northwest ADA Center and Disability Rights Oregon are hosting a Lunch and Learn webinar series in July in recognition and celebration of the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The series will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pacific Time on Tuesdays throughout July.
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Data collected from June to next April for most comprehensive study of economic impact of nonprofit arts and culture industry BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A total of 21 Oregon communities and regions, including Central Oregon, will participate in Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6), the most comprehensive economic impact study of the nonprofit arts and
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — To close out Wildfire Awareness Month, the Oregon Office of Emergency Management is offering simple actions and resources Oregonians can take to stay safe during wildfire season. This includes evacuation best practices and encouraging everyone to know Oregon’s three-level evacuation system: BE READY. BE SET. GO NOW! “With impacts ranging from the
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La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students, staff and community members are invited to meet the two finalists for the principal position at La Pine Middle School during a community forum Wednesday, June 1 at 5 p.m. Attendees will get a chance to see presentations from the candidates and provide feedback about the finalists. Here are the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pahlisch Homes became one of The Giving Plate’s newest Legacy Sponsors for their Capital Campaign. They donated a very generous $50,000 at a gold-giving level and will have their name attached to the Kid’s Korner Warehouse. “We care deeply about our community and believe in The Giving Plate’s work in our
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Oregon State University–Cascades will honor OSU Interim President Becky Johnson, who led the Bend campus for 12 years, during its 21st annual commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 12.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (May 31, 2022) – This month, SONIC® Drive-In donated $1.5 million to help fund local education needs through DonorsChoose, a national nonprofit that allows individuals to donate directly to public school classroom requests submitted by teachers.As part of SONIC’s ongoing Limeades for Learning initiative, the brand matched 50 percent of each donation made to teacher requests on DonorsChoose for Teacher Appreciation Day
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Welcome to the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment. Today – Have you gotten a text from your own cell number? Don’t fall for it, it’s a scam. Scammers spoof the caller ID to look like they are texting you from your own number. It’s bound to get your attention and might
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan is recruiting a new Translation Advisory Council to guide the translation of the voters’ pamphlet. “Every Oregonian deserves the opportunity to participate in civic life in our State,” said Secretary Fagan. “The Translation Advisory Council is a great opportunity to help shape a critical part
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s something magical and alluring about boats – and such a wide variety on the market. Regardless of what’s calling you to the water and the type of boat you’re in, be sure to plan ahead, pay attention and share the water so everyone can have a fun time.
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of May 30-June 5. Street Preservation – Slurry seal work to continue this week. Several residential roads will see one-day closures in Bend. Roads in the northeast and southeast of Bend will be the focus. To see if your
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of May 29-June 4. Chip Seal (Bend Area) – Deschutes County crews will be chip sealing the following roads (weather permitting): Dodds RoadGribbling RoadGroff RoadWard RoadBilledeau RoadLarsen Road Road users should anticipate single lane closures facilitated by flaggers and delays of up
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of May 30-June 3. The Oregon Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, efficient transportation system. ODOT invests in Oregon’s future through roadway improvement projects. The following projects are located within ODOT’s Region 4 encompassing Central Oregon from The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Envision Bend has announced the official partnering organizations of its Bend Vision Project, a community-driven engagement and visioning initiative designed to improve the quality of life for everyone in Bend. The project partners, representing a cross section of the community, include (in alphabetical order): Bend Chamber of CommerceBend-La Pine SchoolsBend Police DepartmentCentral
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(Update: Redmond also closing open debris burning) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Fire Department, in conjunction with the Central Oregon Fire Chiefs Association, announced the date for closing of open debris burning. Starting Wednesday, June 1, debris burning will be closed for fire season. Outdoor debris burning in the city limits of Bend is closed
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays for the week of May 29-June 4. City of Redmond road closures can be viewed on the Redmond Area Street Closures, Events and Delays Map and ODOT TripCheck. **NEW CLOSURES: Thursday, June 2 and Friday, June 3, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Asphalt grinding
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fishing is free in Oregon the first weekend in June on Saturday and Sunday, June 4-5. Everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon those two days. No fishing/shellfish licenses or tags (including a Combined Angling Tag or Columbia River Basin Endorsement or Two-Rod Validation) are required those two
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, May 28, Central Oregon Cub Scouts and community youth will participate in the 2022 Community Fishing Derby at Fireman’s Pond in Redmond, an event for youth ages 13 and under to: Learn how to bait a hook, cast, net, and release a fishLearn about fishing regulations, guidelines, and safetyParticipation and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Get ready for fun at every turn, because Summer with the Library is back! Starting June 1, readers and adventurers of all ages can sign up for the free Summer with the Library program and open the door to a whole season of possibilities—and prizes. Getting started is easy and the
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