Oregon attorney general offers 5 tips for wise shopping and giving this holiday season
It is the holiday season—one of the busiest and, hopefully, one of the most enjoyable times of year! It is also a time to be especially careful…
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Christmas Tree Project of Bend needs assist to help ensure free tree deliveries to those in need
Local volunteer and community activist Lindsay Greco is passionate about the holiday season. Not only does she enjoy celebrating with a Christmas…
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State agency sets Dec. 3 public hearing on prescription drug prices; survey online now
The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services will be hosting a public hearing on prescription drug prices on Wednesday, Dec. 8, from 1 to…
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Oregon FBI Tech Tuesday: Building a digital defense against holiday travel scams
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday feature is all about building a digital defense against holiday travel…
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Santa’s reindeer return to Coastal in Redmond
Coastal teamed up with Purina to bring Santa’s reindeer back to Redmond Tuesday…
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Applications open for OSU Master Gardener training in Central Oregon
Applications for the OSU Master Gardener™ Program in Central Oregon are now available. The program targets individuals interested in becoming a…
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Day of Giving helps animals at HSCO; $7,500 matching gift doubles donations
For those seeking a meaningful holiday season, the Humane Society of Central Oregon’s Day of Giving Tuesday is an opportunity to help animals in…
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Family Access Network receives $25,000 grant from Safeway, Albertsons Foundation
The Family Access Network received a $25,000 grant from Safeway and Albertsons Foundation’s Nourishing Neighbors Program to support work to…
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No-cost rapid PCR COVID-19 testing now available at COCC campuses in Bend, Redmond
Just in time for holiday travel, a second location offering no-cost rapid PCR COVID-19 testing is now open in Deschutes County. The site is made…
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Deschutes County reaches 50 Firewise USA communities
Deschutes County is proud to recognize its 50th Firewise community, a milestone that reiterates local commitment to wildfire prevention. More than…
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ODOT advises: Prepare for crowded, possibly slick roads over Thanksgiving holiday
If your holiday travel plans this year include heading over the mountains, make sure to use extra caution and watch out for changing weather, the…
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NW credit unions offer 10 tips for holiday shopping securely online
It seems just couple of years ago, consumers were skeptical about shopping online, but today, shopping online for everything from groceries to…
Continue Reading ODOT Region 4 construction report: Week of Nov. 22-26
Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction report for the week of Nov.…
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9 Central Oregon businesses draw spotlight in 2021 Sunset Travel Awards
The winners of Sunset Magazine’s 2021 Sunset Travel Awards were recently announced, and Central Oregon — including nine regional businesses —…
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Giving Tree project a fundraiser for Grandma’s House
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Giving Tree Project, a fundraiser for Grandmas House of Central Oregon, will take place throughout the month of November.…
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Bend Fire & Rescue seeks cold-weather clothing donations for area shelters
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire & Rescue is partnering with the Bethlehem Inn and the Shepherd’s House again this year to help collect new or used…
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Author! Author! Literary Series lines up trio of dynamic writers for 10th, virtual season
The Deschutes Public Library Foundation’s Author! Author! literary series rings in its tenth season with three powerful writers: Amy Tan, Tommy…
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SELCO Credit Union awards 65 creative learning grants, 17 to C. Oregon schools
Through its annual SPARK! Creative Learning Grants program, SELCO Community Credit Union has awarded more than $54,000 to 64 educators at 55…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue is seeking more volunteers
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications from members of our community who are interested in becoming a Search and Rescue…
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Free parking at Oregon state parks on ‘Green Friday’ Nov. 26
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department invites Oregonians to head outside for some fresh air the day after Thanksgiving, Nov. 26.…
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