Central Oregon Septic Assistance Program launches second round of grant applications
Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council is announcing the second round of funding for the Central Oregon Septic Assistance Program , a project…
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Think Wild seeking dedicated wildlife volunteers for busy spring, summer season
(Update: Adding video, interview) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife hospital and conservation center, is seeking…
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Bend Ben & Jerry’s has new local owners, will celebrate Free Cone Day on April 16
 BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration on Tuesday, April 16, but this time the ice cream…
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Bend not on list for defensible space incentives, but free yard debris disposal still helps residents
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the warming weather and spring just around the corner, its time to start thinking about creating your home’s defensible…
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Registration opens March 18-20 for Bend Park & Rec summer recreation programs, summer/fall sports leagues
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District is opening registration for summer recreation programs and summer/fall sports leagues on March…
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Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee seeks Safe Sidewalk Awards nominations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nominations for the Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Safe Sidewalk Awards are now open.  The…
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COCC Foundation’s Meal of the Year marks 45th anniversary
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — One of the region’s most anticipated and established annual fundraising events, the Central Oregon Community College…
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Want to help your forest? Become a volunteer ranger
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Discover Your Forest, the non-profit partner of the Deschutes National Forest, is hosting the annual Summer Volunteer…
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Pacific Power Foundation announces three grants to support Central Oregon arts, cultural organizations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local organizations that deliver music, theater, community festivals and connections to local history are essential to their…
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Bend attorney David Rosen named 2024 Oregon State Bar president
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — David Rosen, Bend local and founder of the personal injury law firm High Desert Law, steps into service as the 2024 president of…
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Oregon Prescription Drug Affordability Board hosting series of community forums, including April 30 in Bend
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Prescription Drug Affordability Board is hosting a series of community forums to help the board with direction on…
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Chavez-DeRemer announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition for high school students
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05) announced high school students across Oregon’s 5th Congressional District are invited to…
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Volunteers in Medicine Clinic welcomes Courtney Gallant as new director of philanthropy and community outreach
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)–Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of the Cascades celebrating 20 years of providing medical care in its clinic to the uninsured and…
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Bend Cultural Tourism Fund recruiting new commissioners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Cultural Tourism Fund is recruiting one to three new volunteer commissioners with expertise in areas of arts and…
Continue ReadingOregon Department of Revenue offers details on free tax filing options
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Filing electronically is the fastest way for taxpayers to get their refund. On average, taxpayers who e-file their returns and…
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Triple your impact: Pacific Power will match Oregon Energy Fund contributions 2-for-1
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Helping your neighbors and their families stay warm just got easier. Pacific Power will match every dollar you donate to…
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KPOV High Desert Community Radio set to hold Spring FUNd Drive
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KPOV 88.9 FM, High Desert Community Radio, is excited to announce the Spring FUNd Drive kick-off starts Friday, March 8 and runs…
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Artist application deadline nears for Sunriver Art Fair
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Artist applications for the 2024 Sunriver Art Fair are closing on Saturday March 9. If you are an artist or know someone who…
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Oregon Lottery highlights March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Lottery is putting a focus on increasing awareness of problem gambling during March – also known as National Problem…
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Beaver Coach Sales and Bend FFA host successful 2nd annual auction fundraiser, raising $40,000
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beaver Coach Sales is thrilled to announce the success of its second annual Bend FFA Alumni Fundraiser, hosted in sponsorship…
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