BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Roundabout Bookshop has announced its 6th Annual Head Start Book Drive, in partnership with SELCO Community Credit Union. Our aim is to provide books to support 609 Central Oregon children enrolled in NeighborImpact Head Start and Early Head Start which is a FREE preschool program for children ages 3-5 and a home visiting
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Construction Contractors Board, the state agency that licenses contractors in Oregon, follows a mission to protect consumers from unlicensed contractor activity. At this time of year, unlicensed contractor scams are common, as fly-by-night individuals take advantage of consumers conducting remodels and repairs on their property. CCB combats unlicensed contractor activity
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Avelo Airlines marked three years of service Thursday between Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) and L.A.’s most popular airport – Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), offering a special deal and announcing a fifth day of flights each week. Here’s their full announcement: To celebrate the anniversary, Avelo is offering very low travel-inspiring one-way
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — OnPoint Community Credit Union has donated $10,000 to the Central Oregon Guardian Assistance Program’s Enhancement Fund. The Central Oregon Guardian Assistance Program was established as a non-profit organization in August of 2023 in Bend. COGAP provides pro bono and low-cost guardianship services to Central Oregonians with limited means who are incapacitated
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Museum at Warm Springs, which recently reopened after a five-month closure to install a new HVAC system, has received $20,000 in general operating support from the Oregon Community Foundation’s Community Grants Program. Contributing to the grant were the Dorris Coombs Thomas Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation and Fred
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La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a free community shred event and drug disposal with the assistance of Republic Services on Saturday, May 18th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Location: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office La Pine Substation, 51340 Highway 97, This is a residential free shred event and is not
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — The Internal Revenue Service issued a consumer alert this week following ongoing concerns about a series of tax scams and inaccurate social media advice that led thousands of taxpayers to file inflated refund claims during the past tax season. The IRS warned taxpayers not to fall for these scams centered around the
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Celebrate State Parks Day with free parking and free RV and tent site camping at all Oregon State Parks on Saturday, June 1, as well as special events at selected parks. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will waive day-use parking fees at the 25 locations that charge them and camping fees for
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05) introduced legislation Thursday to continue federal funding for the Deschutes River Conservancy, which has helped improve water quality along the Deschutes River Basin since 1996. Chavez-DeRemer’s proposal, the Deschutes River Conservancy Act, would reauthorize the DRC for 10 years – ensuring tribes, farmers, foresters, ranchers, and environmental groups
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Horner Cycling Foundation is excited to announce that their summer road cycling program has been launched. There is no cost for juniors to participate in the program or their races. However, donations are accepted. Kids, 9-12 years old will have the opportunity to ride with elite level coaches on Friday
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools is recognizing staff members from across the district who have distinguished themselves this school year with their leadership, innovation, outstanding professional practice, and positive contributions at work and in the community. The 73 honorees, nominated by their supervisors, were recognized at the annual Excellence in Education Awards held
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Subaru of Bend is excited to announce a special community event featuring a major check presentation to Guardian Group, a local nonprofit dedicated to preventing and disrupting the sex trafficking of women and children in the United States. The presentation will take place on Tuesday, May 21 at 10 a.m. at
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Visit Bend Board of Directors announced Thursday that it has hired Jeff Knapp, former CEO and President of Visit McMinnville, as its new CEO after a national search. Knapp begins work in Bend on June 10. Known for his emphasis on the promotion and development of McMinnville as a sustainable
Continue ReadingPORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As summer approaches, Oregon Health Authority reminds people heading outdoors to enjoy Oregon’s lakes, rivers and reservoirs to be on the lookout for potentially toxic cyanobacteria blooms. Cyanobacteria are beneficial bacteria found in all fresh water worldwide. The bacteria can multiply into blooms in any water body under the right conditions
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Forestry and other fire prevention experts urge the public to exercise caution when disposing of yard debris this spring. Over seventy percent of wildfires in Oregon are human-caused fires, with debris burning being the number one cause. As the weather gets hotter and fuels begin to dry
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Assistance League of Bend is holding their first “Bling it On” shopping fundraiser to help support Operation School Bell® program, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at North Rim Lodge, 1500 NW Wild Rye Circle in Bend. Shop from a wide selection of gently used jewelry, scarves, and handbags, including
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The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a Community Academy in Sisters Wednesday and Thursday of this week, May 15-16 from 6-9 p.m. It will be held at the Sisters-Camp Sherman RFPD Community Hall, located at 301 S. Elm St. in Sisters. Each night will feature a different presentation, and the public is welcome
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than 80 undergraduate students from 12 degree programs at Oregon State University – Cascades will exhibit and talk about their research projects during the 11th Annual Research and Scholarship Symposium on Wednesday, May 22. The event is free to the public and will take place from 4 to 7 p.m.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The nonprofit Tower Theatre Foundation and Marianne Watson established the Doug Watson Scholarship for Performing Arts in memory of the Tower’s longtime member, sponsor, volunteer, and Board Chair. Doug was a true advocate for the arts, especially the Tower’s LessonPLAN education programs, and reveled in seeing an audience of enthusiastic school
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The 2024 Bi-Mart Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is thrilled to announce that Yung Gravy will headline the FREE Kendall Toyota of Bend Summer Concert Series on Friday, Aug. 2. This performance promises to deliver an unforgettable night of music and entertainment at the Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo. Yung Gravy
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