REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Deschutes Children’s Foundation is proud to announce the addition of three new nonprofit partners, each bringing a unique perspective and commitment to diversity to our campus. These partnerships mark a significant step forward in our ongoing mission to foster inclusivity and support for all members of our community. One of our
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District Captain Cody Meredith has successfully completed the process that awards the professional designation of “Fire Officer.” The Commission on Professional Credentialing® met on Monday to confer the designation. Captain Meredith becomes one of only 760 FOs worldwide. The designation program is a voluntary program designed to recognize
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City Club of Central Oregon is proud to announce the commencement of its spring membership drive, slated to run until May 31. As part of this initiative, CCCO is offering a complimentary forum pass to all new members who join during this period. At the heart of CCCO’s mission lies
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Kinder Fiesta, a Spanish language kindergarten kick-off event, set for May 18 BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families in the Bend-La Pine School District with children entering kindergarten this fall can register at a neighborhood park this Saturday. The mobile registration event will also provide details for the 2024-25 school year, including school boundary information, required
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The May 21 Primary Election is underway, and the Deschutes County Elections Office is sharing some important information with voters as they prepare to exercise their right to vote. If you are an active registered voter in the county, you should expect to receive an official primary ballot by mail in
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, Crook County Emergency Management, Crook County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, and Crook County Auxcomm (Auxiliary Communication) will hold a Ham Radio exercise throughout the county. This SET (Simulated Emergency Test /Training) will simulate a high-water event in the Crook County area. There is no danger, and this is an
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Land Trust announced Thursday the start of its 2024 Walk + Hike series. From April-October, Land Trust volunteer naturalists lead nearly 100 free walks, hikes, and family outings at various Land Trust-protected lands throughout Central Oregon. Participants can explore birds, wildflowers, or geology while enjoying the great outdoors. New
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s annual High School Math Contest, a game-based learning tradition since 1978, is being held on the Bend campus from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 25. Approximately 180 high school students from 14 schools across Central Oregon — from Gilchrist to Mitchell to Madras —
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon river information is now more accessible than ever on the National Rivers Project’s recreational river map. In collaboration with the Bureau of Land Management, the River Management Society recently added or updated over 1,000 miles of Oregon rivers to the NRP website. This includes nearly 700 miles of Wild and Scenic Rivers, iconic whitewater reaches,
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The annual Oregon Beer Awards ceremony was held on the night of Thursday, April 4th in Portland. The evening revealed that 124 Oregon breweries had submitted 1,088 entries across 26 categories. Sunriver Brewing Company came out on top, winning the coveted Large Brewery of the Year.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking qualified applicants to fill a Public-At-Large position on the Restoration and Enhancement Board, which helps fund fish restoration and enhancement projects throughout the state. Interested individuals must apply by May 15, 2024 using the application at https://www.dfw.state.or.us/fish/RE/board.asp The ideal candidate to fill the
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(Update: Adding video) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Hoodoo Ski Area will offer free lift tickets to all guests who donate four or more non-perishable food items on Wednesday. Donations may be taken to Team Kia Bend at 611 NE Purcell Boulevard in Bend or brought to Hoodoo. All donations will be given to Bend-based Bethlehem Inn. Bethlehem Inn
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade released a civic engagement toolkit on Tuesday, aimed at helping organizations do voter registration and voter turnout work in the 2024 elections. The tools included in the 2024 toolkit are official, non-partisan, research-backed and free to use with or without attribution to our office. Download
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Public Health Immunization Program is excited to announce the expansion of its immunization services at the new North County Campus beginning Wednesday. The campus is located at 236 NW Kingwood Avenue in Redmond. As a Vaccine Access Program provider, County Health Services offer Safety Net Immunizations to individuals
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Later this spring on the Sisters Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest, vegetation management will be occurring on approximately 3.5 miles of existing powerline along North Pine Street. Central Electric Cooperative is authorized to manage trees and vegetation within and adjacent to the powerline right of way on National Forest
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mid Oregon Credit Union launched a new community impact partnership and spring fundraiser on Monday to benefit the SMART Reading™ program. Mid Oregon members and the community are invited to donate cash or make account transfers at any one of Mid Oregon’s branches. One hundred percent of funds will stay in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes Trails Coalition announced Tuesday their 2024 Small Project Grant application period opens next week for trail-focused projects within the Deschutes National Forest. For 2024, this program will award up to $35,000 for multiple small projects. The application period will start on Monday, April 15, and grant applications are due
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Playful Paws Cat Café, the feline haven that stole the hearts of Bend residents since its grand opening in August 2023, is thrilled to announce a significant milestone: the 100th successful cat adoption. Nestled in the heart of the West Side, Playful Paws Cat Café has become a cherished destination for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Family Access Network (FAN) is honored to partner with Meta’s Prineville Data Center as a recipient of their 2024 Data Center Community Action Grant. FAN was awarded a grant of $5,000 to help address poverty-related needs by students and their family members in the Crook County School District. At an awards presentation
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An estimated 6 million children, or 1 in 12 kids in the United States, will experience the death of a parent or sibling by age 18. In Oregon, 1 in 15 or 6.8 percent of children are bereaved. Substance abuse and behavioral issues are closely intertwined with grief. Untreated grief may
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