OHA to raise fees Jan. 1 for online, phone-ordered vital records
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ — The Center for Health Statistics at Oregon Health Authority is raising fees on orders for certified copies of vital records…
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Mid-Oregon Credit Union’s Holiday Dough fundraiser back for 2024 season, benefits C.O. food pantries
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mid Oregon Credit Union is inviting the community to participate in its popular annual Holiday Dough…
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‘Know Merriment’ this busy holiday December with the Deschutes Public Library
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The days are growing shorter but that doesn’t mean you can’t pack them full of fun and splendor for “Know Merriment”…
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Forest Service plans roadside brush trimming near Black Butte, Metolius River on Sisters Ranger District
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — – Roadside brush trimming operations will begin as soon as Friday along Forest Service Road 11 on the Sisters Ranger…
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Shepherd’s House Ministries seeks donations for annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Shepherd’s House Ministries is calling on the Central Oregon community to come together in the spirit of gratitude and generosity by contributing to…
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Umpqua Bank launches Warm Hearts Winter Drive to support nonprofits, shelters helping neighbors in need
LAKE OSWEGO, Ore. (KTVZ) — Umpqua Bank announced Thursday the launch of its 10th Annual Warm Hearts Winter Drive, an associate-driven campaign to…
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Madras Police launch ‘Speeding Slows You Down’ enforcement campaign during busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Police Chief Timothy Plummer and the Madras Police Department are taking steps to ensure road safety during the busy…
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City of Bend seeks community feedback on 100-acre urban growth boundary expansion; 2 sites under consideration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is seeking community feedback on two potential site options for a one-time Urban Growth Boundary (UGB)…
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Bend-La Pine Schools names La Pine’s Tiffany Schreiber Support Staff Member of the Year
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools has presented its Excellence in Education Award to Tiffany Schreiber, an Inclusion Educational…
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Sleep in Heavenly Peace builds beds for kids in need – and it’s seeking help with bedding
(Updated: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As we enter the holiday season, consider helping a Central Oregon child sleep better in their own bed,…
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Central Electric Cooperative accepting applications for 2025 Washington, D.C. Youth Tour
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Electric Cooperative is accepting applications for its 2025 Washington, D.C. Youth Tour program. Central Electric…
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Current, future Oregon postsecondary students encouraged to apply online for scholarships and grants
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -The Higher Education Coordinating Commission encourages all Oregonians pursuing postsecondary education in 2025-26 to apply for…
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Deschutes Cultural Coalition opens application period for 2025 Cultural Grants
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Cultural Coalition is seeking applications for grant funding from all sectors within the culture field including…
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Free day-use parking offered at Oregon state parks on the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 29
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will once again offer free day-use parking the day after Thanksgiving, Friday,…
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Bend Park & Rec winter sports programs, including middle and high school basketball, registering now
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District is registering now for pre-teens and teens who want to play basketball this winter. Middle…
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Eight Central Oregon teachers among 44 awarded SELCO Creative Educator Grants
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union has awarded nearly $82,000 to 44 educators across Oregon, including eight programs from Central…
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Winter Nights: Enjoy evening hours at the High Desert Museum throughout December
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Days are shorter, and the air is colder … winter is coming! Experience the warmth of the High Desert Museum every…
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Sunriver Art Fair issues call for artists
Artist applications for the 2025 Sunriver Art Fair open December 1, 2024 and close on March 9, 2025. The art fair is a nationally recognized, juried…
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‘Tis the season to cut your own Christmas tree from your C.O. national forest; permits go on sale
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests are selling permits to cut Christmas trees from local national forest lands. Beginning…
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Museum at Warm Springs announces awards for 31st annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth Exhibit
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Museum at Warm Springs has announced the awards for the “31st Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth…
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