C.O. foster care project receives $300K grant
Central Oregon’s foster care system will receive a vital infusion of funds thanks to a $300,000 grant received Wednesday. The Ford Family…
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CEC offers HS juniors trips to Washington, D.C.
Central Electric Cooperative is accepting applications for its 2020 Washington, D.C. Youth Tour program. Central Electric will select two high school…
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‘First Day Hikes’ offer outdoor way to kick off 2020
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department invites Oregonians outdoors on New Year’s Day for the annual First Day Hikes…
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Group again offers free holiday gift-wrapping
Free gift wrapping for the community is being offered again through Dec. 24, from noon to 6 p.m. daily, with extended hours closer to Christmas, at…
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For 20th year, ‘Train Man’ brings fun display to Bend library
It was 20 years ago this month that Michael “The Train Man” Lavrich started sharing his model trains with delighted children — and adults —…
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Potwin named new Commute Options executive director
Statewide active transportation nonprofit Commute Options is pleased to announce Brian Potwin as their new executive director, effective on Saturday.…
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Christmas Tree Project of Bend gives free, decorated trees
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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SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle artwork contest underway
The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and SELCO Community Credit Union are now accepting official artwork contest submissions for the 44th…
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Salvation Army bell-ringers have 6 fewer days to raise funds
With six fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, The Salvation Army has fewer days to bell-ring and raise funds at Red Kettles across Central…
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ODOT marks ‘Older Driver Safety Awareness Week’
Aging raises key safety issues for motorists and their families SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – As we age, we experience all kinds of changes. From Dec. 2 –…
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Oregon Lottery reminder: Don’t give tickets to kids
The message from the Oregon Lottery on Tuesday was simple: Don’t give lottery tickets to minors during the holidays — or anytime, for that…
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Oregon Marine Board seeks input on new rules
The Oregon State Marine Board seeks written public comment on two proposed rulemaking…
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Lane of Franklin Avenue to close for overpass repairs
In partnership with the Oregon Department of Transportation, the city of Bend will be closing one lane of travel on Franklin Avenue for a few hours,…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Defending your Internet of Things
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment focuses on building a digital defense in your Internet of…
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Bend Research announces Inventerprise Contest winners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lonza announced Tuesday the 28th annual Inventerprise Science Contest Challenge Winners. Central Oregon students had the…
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Credit union workers give to Bethlehem Inn, St. Vincent de Paul of Redmond
Continuing its annual holiday tradition, OnPoint Community Credit Union employees directed donations to nonprofits around the state, including two in…
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Peggy Carey named Bend Christmas Parade grand marshal
The Parade Committee is deeply honored to announce the 2019 Grand Marshal for the Bend Christmas Parade is Oregon native Peggy Carey.…
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High Desert Museum welcomes new curator
The High Desert Museum announced Monday it continues its commitment to the arts with the appointment of master artist Sara Siestreem (Hanis Coos) as…
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Santa Express set to roll through Bend once again
Bend Fire and Rescue’s annual Christmas Food Drive, known as Santa’s Express, kicks off Monday night and will run through Thursday evening.…
Continue Reading Oregon State Parks suggests giving discounted parking permits
This holiday season, give the gift of unlimited access to Oregon’s state parks with an annual day-use parking permit. From Dec. 1-31, holiday…
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