Bend Park and Rec holding two free ‘holiday hangouts’ at Larkspur Community Center
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Larkspur Community Center is inviting community members to free holiday hangout events. In part to combat loneliness that…
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Bend’s newly remodeled S. Highway 97 Safeway (formerly Albertsons) celebrates, donates to local organizations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend’s newly remodeled Safeway on South Highway 97 (formerly Albertsons) on Wednesday celebrated their beautiful, upgraded store…
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District is hosting its annual Winter Solstice open skate and a Drive-Thru Holiday Food Drive this…
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Christmas Tree Project of Bend delivers free trees to those in need, seeks donations and volunteers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local volunteer and community activist Lindsay Greco is passionate about the holiday season. Not only does she enjoy celebrating…
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Sleep in Heavenly Peace seeks donated bedding for kids receiving their new beds
The closets are bare, and Sleep in Heavenly Peace is looking for bedding supplies to send out with the beds they build for children who don’t have…
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Oregon artist Kristy Kún to install large-scale fiber art in Sisters Library; public invited to reception
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon artist Kristy Kún brings her dynamic textile art to the Sisters Library on Saturday as part of the Deschutes Public…
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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance invites Central Oregon farmers to apply for efficiency grants
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is pleased to announce the launch of the 2024Â On-Farm Efficiency Grant…
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Guided First Day Hikes set for Jan. 1 at Oregon State Parks including La Pine, Prineville Reservoir and Smith Rock
(Update: Adding La Pine, Prineville Reservoir State Park hike info) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Guided First Day Hikes led by rangers and volunteers are…
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Seed to Table welcomes Holly Haddad as new executive director
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Seed to Table’s Board of Directors and staff are thrilled to welcome Holly Haddad as the new executive director, starting…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of December 8-15
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of December 8-15: Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe…
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City of Redmond road and traffic report: Week of December 9-15
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s road and traffic report for the week of December 9-15. Wickiup Ave., between 49th &…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Dec. 10-16
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Dec. 10-16. Skyline Ranch Road Crack Sealing (Bend…
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Central Electric Co-Op issues $3.5 million in capital credits – but $1 million not mailed due to lack of current address
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Electric Cooperative announced Friday that 12,113 current and former members will receive capital credit payments…
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Bend Food Project donates over $23,000 to The Giving Plate’s Kids Korner program
The Bend Food Project’s Founders, Sue and Larry Marceaux, announced Friday that the Bend Food Project will donate $23,243.17 to The Giving…
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Bureau of Land Management hiring 100 paid student interns this summer; application period underway
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you a student looking to kickstart a career in civil service? Are you looking for a fun, fulfilling way to spend your…
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Oregon Equestrian Trails once again offering free gift-wrapping service at Bend River Promenade
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Another familiar holiday feature is back at Bend River Promenade: free gift wrapping, sponsored by the…
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Winter Whale Watch Week returns to the Oregon Coast Dec. 27-31
DEPOE BAY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Parks will once again host Winter Whale Watch Week at 15 sites along the Oregon Coast Wednesday, Dec. 27 to…
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MountainStar Family Relief Nursery spreads holiday cheer with stories of hope and resilience
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the holiday season unfolds, MountainStar Family Relief Nursery extends warm wishes and profound gratitude to its community of…
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Museum at Warm Springs joins 16 other regional attractions in reciprocal admission program
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Â Seventeen regional attractions, including The Museum at Warm Springs, have partnered to offer reciprocal admission to their…
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Oregon Heritage Commission awards grants for history projects, several to Central Oregon organizations
SALEM, Or. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Heritage Commission has awarded $381,262 in grants to 33 organizations throughout the state. The grants will help…
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