The City of Bend, in partnership with the Oregon Community Foundation, are thrilled to announce the eighth annual celebration of Welcoming Week in Bend, from Sept. 13-22, with events extending to Sept. 28. The City of Bend proudly supports Welcoming Week alongside numerous community partners in the shared commitment to foster a welcoming environment for
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(Update: Adding video, comments by Gavin Hepp) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Webfoot Home Improvements is proud to announce the kickoff of its 16th annual giveaway, Project Serious, with this year’s focus being on local coaches within the Central Oregon community. They’ll be awarding $20,000 worth of services to a deserving coach who has made a
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The Deschutes Public Library hosts the Festival of Voices, an inclusive celebration aiming to bring forth the diverse experiences and stories of the Central Oregon community on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Centennial Park in Redmond. This inaugural event will take place on the final Saturday of Welcoming Week (September 13–22), marking a significant moment for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The Bend Young Professionals program announced Tuesday it has rebranded to Bend Emerging Talent. The change reflects the organization’s evolving mission and values, emphasizing inclusivity, community engagement and the spirit of service. Established in 2007 as the Young Professionals Network, the program evolved in 2018 into Bend YP, a program of the
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program turns 50 this year and is celebrating by highlighting its work bringing healthy foods, connections to community programs, breastfeeding and lactation support, and nutrition education to Oregon families. “WIC has been helping families achieve nutrition security for 50 years,” said Oregon WIC Director Tiare
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Honor Flight of Central Oregon is gearing up for its final meeting in preparation for the upcoming Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C., from Sept. 18-21. The meeting will be held on Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the VFW in Redmond, located at 491 SW Veterans Way in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beaver Coach Sales, locally owned and operated RV dealership, proudly welcomed a group of children from the Boys & Girls Club of Bend as part of their #WorkforceWednesday program. This unique initiative is designed to introduce young minds to potential career paths, offering them hands-on experiences in various industries. During the visit,
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation, through its consumer advocacy, compliance and enforcement teams, recovered $5,675,543 for Oregonians in the first half of 2024. DFR’s consumer advocates and compliance teams have recovered $5,195,749, while the enforcement team has ordered $479,794 in restitution. DFR consumer advocates help Oregonians in a variety of
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BEND, Ore (KTVZ) – Economic Development for Central Oregon is excited to announce the eight semifinalist companies advancing in the New Economy Track for the 21st annual Bend Venture Conference on Thursday, October 17 – Friday, October 18. This year’s conference continues BVC’s legacy as the largest and longest standing angel investment event in the
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Senior Center is excited to announce a special series of wellness events taking place throughout September in recognition of Home Safety & Fall Prevention Month. These events are designed to provide seniors, caregivers, and community members with essential information and practical tips to enhance home safety and prevent falls,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The beloved community event, Wishes & Dishes, is back this September with an exciting new twist. Originally launched in 2023 by two Central Oregon Make-A-Wish families, the event is set to expand its impact this year, turning a one-day celebration into a month-long movement across Bend. In a show of remarkable
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to staffing issues, the Madras Oregon DMV office was closed Thursday, the agency said. Much business to be conducted with DMV can be done online at https://dmv2u.oregon.gov/eServices/_/
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Pacific Power Foundation is pleased to provide over $240,000 in grant awards to nonprofits and community organizations in Oregon, Washington and California that promote education and enhance science, technology, engineering and math learning opportunities. They included grants ranging from $2,000 to $7,500 awarded to nine community organizations in Crook and Deschutes
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thank you to everyone who made the 10th Annual Birdies 4 Babies (B4B) event a huge success! With the support of so many dedicated individuals, MountainStar Family Relief Nursery kicked off its fiscal year fundraising efforts in spectacular fashion, raising critical funds and awareness for its vital services. Now, our focus
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Labor Day weekend traditions are rooted in the outdoors, and to keep things safe, the Oregon State Marine Board suggests taking the time to plan your on-water get away with the following tips: Wear your life jacket. Each boat (including canoes and kayaks, inflatable boats, and stand up paddleboards) must have a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver is proud to announce the hire of Executive Director Kim Gammond, who assumes her role effective Sept. 16. Gammond joins Habitat following her tenure as Executive Director of City Club of Central Oregon, where she led transformative growth in outreach, programming and fundraising. “We
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution urges Americans to reflect on the United States Constitution during September’s annual observance in honor of this foundational document of national governance. The DAR initiated the observance in 1955, when the service organization petitioned the U.S. Congress to dedicate September 17–23 of each
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Since opening its doors in 1994, KIDS Center has brought hope and healing to more than 17,000 Central Oregon children and families whose lives were impacted by abuse. To mark its 30th year, KIDS Center is inviting the community to its 30-Year Celebration & Open House on Thursday, September 12 from
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bethlehem Inn announced Tuesday that its Board of Directors has elected two new board members: Erika McCalpine and Scott Nelson. The Board of Directors is led by Rev. Dr. Steven Koski (Lead Pastor at First Presbyterian Church) as President, Kevin Link (Dir. of Preconstruction at SunWest Builders) as Secretary and Vice-President and
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Representatives from the Ombuds Office for Oregon Workers will be traveling throughout Oregon to meet with workers to help them understand their rights, benefits, protections, and responsibilities. The Ombuds Office serves as an independent advocate for workers by helping them with the workers’ compensation system and workplace safety and health laws and rules.
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