REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at City Hall, 411 SW 9th St., on Wednesday, May 21, at 5:30 p.m. to evaluate a development proposed in north Redmond. The applicant, Woodhill Homes, seeks to annex and develop nine acres at 900 NW Pershall Way with a
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The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) named the winners of its annual awards in sustainability, safety, marketing, and beginner conversion (growth) at its National Convention and Tradeshow in Marco Island, Florida, on Tuesday. Mt. Bachelor is thrilled and honored to have won the “Mountains are for Everyone” award, which recognizes the ski area that has
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents interested in affordable homeownership opportunities are invited to attend an upcoming Affordable Housing Information Fair on Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Redmond City Hall. Generously sponsored by Hayden Homes, this free public event will connect attendees with local affordable housing builders and developers who will share
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Mid Oregon Credit Union, the only financial institution headquartered in Central Oregon, has reached a significant milestone: serving more than 50,000 members. “This achievement reflects the growing trust and loyalty of the communities it serves across the region,” said Thursday’s announcement. “Surpassing 50,000 members is more than a number—it’s a reflection
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Museum invites visitors to experience the culmination of a yearlong program that dove into the diverse perspectives of wildfire in Central Oregon. Explore the artistic voices of young students in Kids Curate, open now through Sunday, June 1. Every year, Kids Curate integrates art, science and history into classrooms and field-trip
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians are lacing up and doubling down to advance the cause of “Mental Health for All” at this year’s NAMIWalks Central Oregon’s mental health awareness events in Bend and Madras on Sunday, May 18th. NAMIWalks shines a light on the need for mental health advocacy, support and outreach across Central Oregon.
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Beginning with the landing of a U.S. Army MH-47G Chinook on its Bend campus athletic field, a Central Oregon Community College dedication event for its newly revamped Robert D. Maxwell Veterans Resource Center will celebrate veterans and a new space for student veterans beginning at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, at the Coats Campus Center. Members
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LOS ANGELES, Ore. (KTVZ) – Summer just got louder with Live Nation’s $30 Ticket to Summer — an offer that gives fans the chance to purchase $30 tickets to over 1,000 shows at select amphitheaters across the U.S. and Canada throughout the season. The initial on-sale begins Wednesday, May 21, featuring performances across a wide range of
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, with the assistance of Republic Services, will be providing a free shred event this Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at their La Pine substation, 51340 Hwy 97. This information can also be located on the DCSO website (sheriff.deschutes.org) under the Community/Public Notices tab. This is
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SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union has awarded $77,500 in scholarships to 21 students throughout Oregon, including $7,000 to two students in Bend, as part of its annual scholarship program. The recipients were chosen from a competitive field and a record number of applications, breaking last year’s record that followed the decision to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District is inviting community members to join its Natural Resources and Trails team and participate in any of a half-dozen upcoming volunteer project days, from May to October. Volunteers are needed to pull weeds, remove trash, close off unofficial trails, and plant native vegetation at several
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mid Oregon Credit Union is celebrating the success of its Spring 2025 fundraiser, which generated over $3,750 to support literacy efforts in Central Oregon. One hundred percent of the funds raised will directly benefit the six local communities where the donations were collected. From April 7-25, Mid Oregon
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, is excited to announce open enrollment for Little Sisters — girls ages 6 to 17 — living in Bend who could benefit from the positive influence of a mentor. Big Brothers Big Sisters provides one-to-one
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office, as well as agencies throughout Oregon, are urging drivers to buckle up during the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s national Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort. The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, runs from Monday,
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two Central Oregon lodging properties, FivePine Lodge & Spa in Sisters (No. 2) and Oxford Hotel in downtown Bend (No. 9), have landed in the top 10 in the Best of the Best Hotels in the U.S. category of Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards. “Having two Central Oregon hotels ranked among
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the busy recreation season begins, the Bureau of Land Management reminds visitors that Teaters Road remains open for public access. While the gates may be closed for short periods of time, they will remain unlocked, and visitors may pass through the gates to use the road, the BLM said Monday.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is thrilled to kick off its 10th season of Grow & Give. This program collects locally grown fresh produce from farm gleans, farmers markets, community gardens and home gardeners from May through November. The program serves the dual purpose of reducing food waste and delivering nutritious
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is celebrating new support from partners across the region to expand and sustain critical nutrition services for older adults. Thanks to recent grant funding and in-kind support, the council says it’s better equipped to meet the growing demand for Meals on Wheels and Community
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After a five-year hiatus, the National Association of Letter Carriers is bringing its Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive back to Central Oregon on Saturday. As the largest single-day food drive in the country, this nationwide effort makes it easy for residents to support their neighbors in need. To participate, community members
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Every Child Central Oregon is proud to announce PacificSource as the title event sponsor for its annual Foster Appreciation Event, taking place in May during National Foster Care Month. This highly anticipated celebration is the largest event of the year for ECCO, bringing together nearly 200 children and foster resource families
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