Kam Wah Chung State Heritage Site in John Day opens for the 2024 season on May 2
JOHN DAY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Kam Wah Chung State Heritage Site in John Day welcomes visitors to its Interpretive Center and Museum for the 2024 season…
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To prepare for the busy kitten season ahead, Humane Society of Central Oregon is hosting a Kitten Shower
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – With warmer weather just around the corner, Kitten Season will soon be in full swing. To prepare for the nearly 300 newborn and…
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Deschutes Public Library’s Emily O’Neal honored as state Librarian of the Year; two other DPL librarians also receive awards
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes Public Library announced Friday that three staff members were honored with awards for their exceptional service and…
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COIC opens month-long public comment period for 2024-28 C.O. Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
The Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council is holding a public comment period from April 22 until May 22 for the 2024-2028 Central Oregon…
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Every Child Central Oregon celebrates ‘Cheers to the Year’ event, honors foster families, caseworkers and partners
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Every Child Central Oregon, the Redmond-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that fights relentlessly for the well-being of Central…
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Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity to host Women’s Build Week in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is excited to host Women’s Build Week May 13-18th in Redmond. Women’s Build is a…
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Two chances to run wild at COCC’s annual spring fun runs on Bend campus
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For runners and walkers looking for a fun-filled challenge, Central Oregon Community College has two race events happening in…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announces Youth Academy coming up in July
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the 2024 Youth Academy, to be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, July…
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SELCO Community Credit Union collects 1,100 children’s books, refurbishes many to benefit SMART Reading program
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — To celebrate World Book Day on April 23, SELCO Community Credit Union announced that it collected 1,100 new and lightly…
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Green Teams rule: Bend-La Pine Schools’ food waste reduction efforts gain momentum; video released
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Green Team student groups at Bend-La Pine Schools are working to reduce food waste throughout the district. and the efforts are…
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Central Oregon taxpayers thank Latino Community Association for help filing tax returns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Spanish-speaking taxpayers expressed gratitude for the free help they received from the Latino Community Association to file…
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St. Charles awards $190K in grants to 35 Central Oregon community organizations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced Monday the recipients of a variety of Community Benefit grants, awarding more than $190,000…
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Fred Meyer/QFC donates 1.6 million meals in 2023 through Zero Hunger – Zero Waste initiative
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —As part of Fred Meyer and QFC’s efforts aimed at ending hunger in the communities it serves, the grocer has donated…
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Sunriver Resort to plant more than 400 trees on Arbor Day in community restoration effort
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) – Sunriver Resort, the Pacific Northwest’s treasured resort destination managed by CoralTree Hospitality, will plant more…
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If you have a medical condition or hardship, you can have your mail delivered to your door, Postal Service says
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – You and many others may not be aware, but people with medical conditions or similar hardships can have the U.S. Postal Service…
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Oregon State Marine Board urges river boaters to scout ahead, keep a sharp lookout for obstructions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Heavy wind and rain from winter storms cause trees to plunge into Oregon rivers. Trees become obstructions, a risk for all…
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Downtown Bend Farmers Market set to begin its 2024 season on May 1; here’s who shoppers can choose from this year
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — – On Wednesday, May 1, the Downtown Bend Farmers Market kicks off its 2024 season in Brooks Street Alley between Franklin and…
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Race prompts temporary closure of portions of Cline Buttes/Buckhorn Motorized Recreation Area
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Portions of the Cline Buttes/Buckhorn Motorized Recreation Area will be closed Saturday for the Technical Endurance…
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COCC marks AANHPI Heritage Month with talent showcase, film, book groups
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College is celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a…
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Midstate Electric Co-Op hosts Career Day event for nearly 40 La Pine High, North Lake students
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Midstate Electric Cooperative proudly hosted a Career Day event at their headquarters on Thursday, welcoming 39 students…
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