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Rep. Cliff Bentz nominates 16 Oregon students, one from La Pine, for appointment to U.S. Service Academies

January 20, 2025 4:40 pm KTVZ News Partners

WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Ore., has nominated 16 Oregon students for consideration for appointment to one of the five prestigious United States Service Academies. Congressman Bentz’s Service Academy Nomination Board—retired and active-duty military officers who interview potential candidates for selection by the service academies— recommended each student based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement,

Deschutes County Health Services urges vaccinations, reminds parents School Exclusion Day is Feb. 19

January 20, 2025 2:57 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Health Services is encouraging parents and guardians to make sure their children’s immunizations are up to date before School Exclusion Day, which is Wednesday, Feb. 19 this year. Oregon State law requires that all children attending public and private schools, preschools, Head Start programs, and certified childcare facilities either

Deschutes County seeks volunteers for Facility Project Siting Committee

January 17, 2025 5:12 pm KTVZ News Partners

Deschutes County is accepting applications from community members who are interested in serving on the County’s Facility Project Review Committee. There are currently two unpaid, volunteer positions open. The Facility Project Review Committee makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, at the Board’s request, about pending and future building and facility projects at the

Pacific Power says it’s prepared for forecast extreme cold, offers tips to customers

January 17, 2025 3:17 pm KTVZ News Partners

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Pacific Power is monitoring a weather system that is expected to bring extremely cold temperatures this weekend, likely resulting in higher than normal demand for electricity in the West as customers try to stay warm inside their homes. Customers can conserve energy by shifting usage during periods of high demand, helping with

Forest Service offers fee-free day in honor of MLK National Day of Service

January 17, 2025 3:08 pm KTVZ News Partners

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The USDA Forest Service will waive recreation fees at most day-use sites across national forests in Oregon and Washington on Monday, January 20, in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This fee waiver is designed to remove barriers to access, allowing more people to experience the recreational opportunities offered on national

City of Bend hosting series of community open houses to guide City Council goal-setting

January 16, 2025 5:57 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning next week, the City of Bend will host a series of events to guide the Bend City Council as they launch into goal and budget setting for the 2025-2027 biennium. Community members are invited to attend one of three “Guide Your City’s Path Forward Open Houses,” to provide thoughts on

New year, new adventures: Boys & Girls Club of Bend to open 2025 summer memberssip enrollment

January 15, 2025 5:19 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend is excited to announce the 2025 BGCB Summer Membership application will be open on Wednesday, January 22, at 12 p.m. Summer Membership is open to rising 1st graders through rising 8thgraders. For Summer Membership, BGCB is offering a full nine-week enrollment option, as well as 3

COCC Chinese language immersion camp, offered for free with college credits, now accepting applications

January 15, 2025 3:07 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s “My Summer in China” Chinese language day camp, a free immersion program being offered to area high schoolers and college students July 7-18 — made possible by a National Security Agency STARTALK grant — is taking applications now through March 6. Visit cocc.edu/mysummerinchina for complete details. The 2025 program

Scalehouse receives $20,000 grant from National Endowment for the Arts

January 15, 2025 10:22 am KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Scalehouse is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $20,000. This grant will support Scalehouse’s 2025 Bend Design Conference. The NEA will award 1,127 Grants for Arts Projects awards nationwide totaling more than $31.8 million

Food for February: C. Oregon’s employee-owned grocery stores, communities unite to combat food insecurity

January 14, 2025 6:24 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As food insecurity reaches alarming levels in Central Oregon, Newport Avenue Market, Oliver Lemon’s, and Ollie’s Kitchen have exemplified the power of community by raising over $70,824 through their Food for February fundraiser. Throughout December, generous shoppers contributed to this impactful program, which was matched by the 100% employee-owned markets, ensuring

Meals on Wheels Council on Aging of Central Oregon

Council on Aging of Central Oregon closes 2024 with major grants to support Meals on Wheels, senior nutrition

January 14, 2025 5:56 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is thrilled to announce that the organization has received three significant grants totaling $200,000 to support its Meals on Wheels program and senior nutrition efforts. These grants will help the organization continue to meet the growing demand for meals and nutrition services among older

Want a memorable Valentine’s Day wedding? Deschutes County judge offers up time on ‘Cupid’s Docket’

January 14, 2025 11:41 am KTVZ News Partners

Deschutes County Circuit Court Judge Raymond Crutchley has set aside time on his docket on Friday, February 14, 2025 to conduct weddings for couples wishing to marry on Valentine’s Day. While the Circuit Court Judges rarely perform weddings, Judge Crutchley commented that “Valentine’s Day is a very special day. We are thrilled to once again

Humane Society of C.O. seeks submissions for Pup Crawl logo contest

January 13, 2025 6:24 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Unleash your creativity to support animals in need! The Humane Society of Central Oregon is seeking submissions for HSCO’s 13th annual Pup Crawl logo. This beloved event unites HSCO and Central Oregon brewpubs to raise awareness and vital funds for the animals of Central Oregon. The winning logo will be prominently featured

Fred Meyer, Kroger pledge $1 million to help families impacted by Southern California wildfires

January 13, 2025 5:41 pm KTVZ News Partners

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fred Meyer and The Kroger Family of Companies announced a commitment to raise $1 million for families impacted by the devastating wildfires impacting the Los Angeles region. “We strive to fulfill our purpose, to Feed the Human Spirit, every day, and especially when disaster strikes,” said Rodney McMullen, CEO of Kroger.

Avara Roberts Camp Fire Playworks Three Rivers

Revamping recess: Camp Fire pilots Playworks program at Three Rivers School

January 10, 2025 5:49 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore., (KTVZ) – Ask elementary school kids what they love about school, and you’ll likely hear a number of them enthusiastically shout, “Recess!” But even with a much-welcomed break from the rigors of class, sometimes recess and playground experiences aren’t all fun and games. Playgrounds can be breeding grounds for problematic behaviors, according to

Nominations are open for 2025-26 Oregon Teacher of the Year

January 9, 2025 4:28 pm KTVZ News Partners

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Honor an outstanding educator in your life – Nominations for Oregon Teacher of the Year are open now through February 6. The Oregon Teacher of the Year serves as the face and voice of educators across the state. As a representative of the profession, this teacher leader will engage and inspire other teachers

DCSO seeks volunteers to mentor children with incarcerated parent; training session coming up

January 9, 2025 3:47 pm KTVZ News Partners

Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth (COPY), a program of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, is offering an upcoming class to prepare volunteers to become mentors for children with an incarcerated parent.After initial training and comprehensive background checks, volunteers are matched with a child in Bend, Redmond, Sisters or La Pine that share similar interests and

Saving Grace notes January is Stalking Awareness Month, raises awareness of often misunderstood crime

January 9, 2025 3:15 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At Saving Grace, staff and volunteers work tirelessly to create a world where everyone can imagine life without violence. For over 48 years, they’ve provided support, advocacy and safety to survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and stalking in Central Oregon. This January, they’re raising awareness of an often-misunderstood crime,

Housing Works to open 2025 Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list next week

January 9, 2025 1:43 pm KTVZ News Partners

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — – Housing Works, a premier housing organization dedicated to fostering stability and affordability in Central Oregon, is pleased to announce the opening of the 2025 Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list. This essential program, formerly known as the HUD Section 8 program, provides rental assistance to eligible low-income residents of Deschutes,

Family Access Network receives $100,000 from Central Oregon Health Council

January 9, 2025 10:52 am KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network (FAN) has received a two-year grant totaling $100,000 from the Central Oregon Health Council. In rural communities like Tumalo and Terrebonne, local families face significant barriers like the increased cost of transportation, limited access to nearby social supports, and further commutes for employment opportunities. This grant ensures rural families

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