100+ Women Who Care Central Oregon donates nearly $19K to three nonprofits
This time a year ago, the pandemic had just begun. Now, more than a year later, we are still feeling the impact of the virus on our communities and…
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Boating season is back: To stay safe, plan, pay attention, share
There are dozens of boat types on the market and many water recreation opportunities in Oregon, from rivers and streams to the Pacific Ocean.…
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Prineville BLM selling firewood permits online
The Bureau of Land Management Deschutes Field Office has added an online option for purchasing firewood-cutting permits for the Williamson Creek…
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Compass Commercial announces 3 new ‘Compass Cares’ charities
Compass Commercial announced Thursday that Kôr Community Land Trust, St. Vincent de Paul, and Hearts and Hands for Humanity have been chosen as the…
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Bend-La Pine Schools’ Brian Hanson named OSEA’s Employee of the Year
In a surprise award ceremony Thursday, Brian Hanson, Bend-La Pine Schools Outside Services Crew member and president of the local classified…
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Central Oregon Locavore offering ‘Farm Kids’ field trips to local farms
Registration is open for Central Oregon Locavore’s Farm Kids field trip program. This program shows kindergarten through second-grade students…
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Create, read and explore all summer long with Deschutes Public Library
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…
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Annual campfire restrictions set to begin on BLM rivers in Central Oregon
Annual campfire restrictions will go into effect June 1 on portions of the Deschutes, John Day, White and Crooked rivers, as well as on…
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Buckle up: Crook County Sheriff’s Office joins in statewide seat belt enforcement ‘blitz’
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — No matter what type of vehicle you drive, one of the safest choices drivers and passengers can make is to buckle up. As…
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Time to brush up on campfire safety, as severe drought raises risks of wildfire
With parts of Oregon and Washington in a drought that ranks among the driest 10% of years since 1895, it’s more important than ever for campers to…
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Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council seeks nominations for 2 awards
The Oregon Recreation Trails Advisory Council (ORTAC) is calling for nominations for two awards: the annual Doug Newman Memorial Award and a new…
Continue Reading Prineville Reservoir day-use area to close for 2 days for repaving work
The day-use area and boat ramp at Prineville Reservoir will be closed beginning at about 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 23 through May 24 for a repaving…
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Deschutes County transfer stations to host FireFree yard debris disposal events
Starting this Saturday, residents will be able to dispose of yard debris at one of three transfer stations across Deschutes County for free during…
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Moving – and reading – together: StoryWalk returns to Deschutes Public Library
Step outside this spring to experience the new and improved StoryWalk® installations at your Deschutes Public Library. Read, sing and play outside…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Building a digital defense against COVID-related funeral fraud
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment focuses on building a digital defense against COVID-related funeral scams. …
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Family Access Network receives grant from Washington Federal Foundation
The Family Access Network received a generous $2,000 grant from Washington Federal Foundation in November 2020, to support FAN services.…
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ODVA director’s Memorial Day message: Reflecting on unity, strength through diversity
Here is the 2021 annual Memorial Day message from Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Director Kelly…
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Oregon Community Foundation distributes nearly $1 million in first grants for summer youth programs
The Oregon Community Foundation announced Monday that it has approved a first round of grants totaling nearly $1 million for summer academic and…
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Deschutes County Farm Bureau awards record-breaking $10,000 in scholarships
The Deschutes County Farm Bureau said Monday it proudly awarded a record-breaking $10,000 in scholarships this…
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BLM plans virtual hearing on use of motorized vehicles, aircraft to manage wild horses, burros
The US Bureau of Land Management will conduct a virtual public hearing regarding the use of motorized vehicles and aircraft in the management of wild…
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