BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of May 9-15. Street preservation – Slurry seal work is set to begin this week. Several residential roads will see one-day closures in Bend. Roads in the northeast and southeast of Bend will still be the main focus this
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Energy Trust of Oregon announced on Thursday new, additional support for families and businesses owners whose homes and buildings have been damaged or destroyed by wildfires. The new cash incentive offers are part of a joint effort led by Energy Trust – a nonprofit bringing the benefits of energy efficiency and
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Governor Kate Brown has proclaimed May to be Foster Care Month in Oregon. The theme this year is “Relative and Kin Connections: Keeping Families Strong.” Foster Care Month is a time to: Recognize how resource families and relative caregivers support and strengthen familiesHonor the experiences of the children and young people in foster
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Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., launched the process for nominating young Oregonians to the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Merchant Marine Academy, the United States Military Academy at West Point, and the United States Naval Academy for an appointment to the Class of 2027.
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La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest will be presenting ‘Outdoor Adventure Day’ for local grade school children on Wednesday, June 7 in La Pine. Partners in the event include Discover Your Forest, High Desert Museum, Children’s Forest of Central Oregon, Sunriver Nature Center, Oregon State Parks and Recreation, and Project Wildfire. About
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Newberry National Volcanic Monument will open key sites to visitors beginning Friday, the Deschutes National Forest said. Beginning on Friday, Lava River Cave will open with daily operations. From May 6 to May 30, the cave entrance gate will open at 9 a.m. and close at 4:15 p.m. from Thursday through
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At 5:30 p.m. on Monday, May 9, the City of Bend Planning Commission will hear public testimony on the Stevens Road Tract Concept Plan, the planning and development of a complete community on the east edge of Bend. Attendance instructions will be included on the Planning Commission meeting agenda which will be posted at bendoregon.gov/planningcommission prior to the
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Council on Aging of Central Oregon announced Thursday that is has reopened its in-person dining program for seniors each Tuesday at the Sisters Community Church, located at 1300 McKenzie Highway, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, lunches will continue to be offered drive-through style, from 12:30
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On May 4, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. proclaimed Thursday, May 5 as Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day. The proclamation reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to solving all missing and murdered Indigenous persons cases and addressing the underlying causes of these crimes, including sexual violence, human trafficking, domestic violence, other violent crime,
Continue ReadingDeschutes Children’s Foundation announced Thursday that Executive Director Amy Ward is stepping down after six years in the role. DCF is now actively evaluating prospective candidates to fill the position.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO) is pleased to announce the 2022 Central Oregon Largest Employers List, complete with breakouts of the top employers in each Central Oregon community. This data, collected by EDCO annually for the past 20+ years, is the most comprehensive major employer list in Central Oregon. This
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting May 19, the Mommy and Me breastfeeding support group will begin meeting at a new location. The group will gather at the St. Charles Family Care conference room at 2600 NE Neff Road in Bend on Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. At the meetings, certified lactation consultants provide breastfeeding support,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A partnership with Family Kitchen, which serves meals, and the Community Shower Truck, which makes showers available, Grateful Clips provides haircuts at no cost to those in need. Professional hair stylists will volunteer their time and expertise at the event on Friday, May 6th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Family Kitchen (231
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Teams of students at Parkrose, Pendleton, Grant, North Eugene, Crook County, and West Linn high schools have earned top prizes in a media contest designed to increase awareness about workplace safety for young workers.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The isolation of the COVID pandemic and the strident partisanship of national politics have left many Oregonians feeling disconnected and alone. Dear Stranger, a letter-exchange project from Oregon Humanities, offers a chance for connection by inviting Oregonians to write letters with someone they’ve never met. Oregon Humanities is a statewide organization
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 44th Annual SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle is Saturday, May 14th. Registration ends on Tuesday, May 10th at 11:59 p.m. So, sign up now! Just click www.pppbend.com and all the information that you need to know is there! The event this year is May 14th, 2022. You don’t want to miss out
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Higher Education Coordinating Commission is excited to announce that the application is now open for the Oregon Tribal Student Grant for 2022-23, a new state financial aid program supported by the Oregon Legislature’s 2022 historic investment in equitable college access and success for tribal students. The Oregon Tribal Student Grant is expected
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond School District is pleased to announce it has selected Randi Viggiano as the next Assistant Principal/Athletic Director of Ridgeview High School. Viggiano currently serves as school counselor for Ridgeview High School, a position she has held since 2017. She has also served as the head volleyball coach for Ridgeview
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Association of REALTORS® has selected the 2022 EnCOAR Award winners. This program recognizes those who have contributed to the real estate profession and their communities. Awardees include: REALTOR® of the Year – Brent Landels, RE/MAX Key PropertiesRookie of the Year – Eric Wilson, RE/MAX Key PropertiesAffiliate of the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Last month, the Bend Education Association and its members awarded a total of $10,000 to 10 graduating students of Bend-La Pine Schools in support of their future educational endeavors. Each year, BEA offers scholarships to individual students who possess future educational plans and have participated in extracurricular and community activities. Selected
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