SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will host three virtual open house sessions, Feb. 15, Feb. 29 and March 2, to discuss the draft Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) for 2024-2028. The five-year plan is a comprehensive look at Oregon’s outdoor recreation needs and priorities based on a survey of
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Commute Options urges all students to please join them in celebrating Winter Walk + Roll to School Day on Wednesday morning by walking or rolling to school. All students in Bend-La Pine Schools are encouraged to participate! They have walk routes on their website to help you plan a safe walk
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Home Heating and Cooling owner Ric Secor recently presented a $1,500 donation to Redmond VFW Post 4108 Wreaths Across America co-coordinator Don DeLand. VFW Post 4108 sponsors five local cemeteries, placing wreaths on veterans gravesites in December over the holidays to honor them and their families. VFW Post 4108 placed 1,400
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What: Jefferson County Fire and EMS personnel are participating at the annual Seattle Stair Climb Event to raise money for the Leukemia/lymphoma Society. Firefighters will be at Black Bear Diner bussing tables and taking orders. Where: Black Bear Diner (237 SW 4th Street Madras, Oregon 97741) When: Friday, Feb. 16th 4:30pm to 8:30pm & Sunday,
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(Update: Adding commodity commission openings) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Office of Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is now accepting applications to fill partial terms for two Oregon State Board of Agriculture producer positions. The two open producer positions require the applicant to produce agricultural commodities in Oregon actively. Term lengths on open positions are
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 2024 SELCO Kid’s Mini Pole Pedal Paddle Artwork Contest is here, inviting kids in grades K-5 to express their creativity and get excited about one of Central Oregon’s most cherished local events. The winning design will be featured as the official artwork for the Mini PPP on shirts and in
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Gravel cyclist Serena Bishop Gordon kicks off series; six more videos highlighting Central Oregonians to come BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon LandWatch has just released the first video in its new seven-part series, “Faces of Skyline Forest.” The video, featuring professional gravel cyclist Serena Bishop Gordon, marks the beginning of a captivating exploration of Skyline
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Five years ago this week, Boy Scouts of America opened participation to include girls, locally and nationally. “Grit and perseverance were key as the young women who joined the 100-year old BSA program blazed their own trail to Eagle Scout. Lifelong friendships, the journey to leadership, and unimaginable adventures have only begun,” said
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Deschutes Children’s Foundation is excited to announce that they have office space available, to nonprofit organizations that specifically serve children and families, at the Becky Johnson Community Center in Redmond, located at 412 SW Eighth Street. Other campus partners in the building include NeighborImpact Head Start, Healthy Families of the High
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Veterans’ Services is now seeing clients at their new North County location in Redmond. Veterans’ Services helps military veterans and their families access a variety of benefits. Veterans can schedule an appointment by calling (541) 585-VETS or emailing vets@deschutes.org. Appointments at the county’s new Redmond campus are currently available on the second
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Valentine’s Day, Think Wild is partnering with local businesses to offer local, sustainable gifts and delivery services throughout Central Oregon. Each Valentine’s Day gift package includes a local, handmade dried or live bouquet from Stumpmunk Farms and a native wildlife card from local photographer Sue Dougherty at Offleash Photography. Additional
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Put the kettle on! Deschutes Public Library is brewing something extra-special for tea drinkers this February. Celebrate Library Lovers’ Month with the chance to take home your own Reader’s Blend tea, made for Deschutes Public Library by Metolius Artisan Tea. Deschutes Public Library is giving away 250 ceramic mugs with a
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management is holding two virtual public meetings in February and March to provide information on the Department of the Interior’s ongoing efforts to support appropriate renewable energy development on our nation’s public lands through an updated Western Solar Plan. The virtual public meetings will be held via Zoom on Monday,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An extensive collection of costumes, masks, posters, videos and other theater memorabilia that represent more than 30 years of Central Oregon Community College plays and musicals are the focus of “Magic Circle Theatre: Ephemera 1987-2003,” an art exhibition being held from Feb. 7 to March 8 in the Pinckney Gallery. A
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Winter isn’t finished with us yet, but it’s time to plan ahead for blooming daffodils and mowing lawns. Bend Park and Recreation District is opening registration for spring recreation and programs and sports leagues on Monday through Wednesday, Feb. 5, Feb. 6 and Feb. 7. Available activities include programs held in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Online registration with early bird pricing is now open for the 46th SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle – the Pacific Northwest’s top multi-multisport event. Produced by and for the benefit of the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation, the annual event is set for Saturday, May 18. Participants can register as individuals, pairs,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon received a $5,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for animals in Central Oregon. Petco Love is a national nonprofit leading change for pets by harnessing the power of love to make communities and pet families closer, stronger,
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Bend, Ore., Jan. 29, 2024 — The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics has awarded Kat Mastrangelo, executive director for Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of the Cascades, with the prestigious Circle of Caring Award. Now in its second year, this national award is recognition of the accomplishments and dedication of leaders in the Volunteers in Medicine clinic community. Mastrangelo was honored
Continue ReadingSALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — All Oregon resident taxpayers preparing their own returns in 2024 can file electronically at no cost using one of Oregon’s free file options, the Oregon Department of Revenue announced Monday. E-filing is the fastest way for a taxpayer to get their refund. On average, taxpayers who e-file their returns and request their refund
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is excited to announce that sign up is now open for the 2024 Food & Farm Directory and HDFFA Partnership! HDFFA invites farmers, ranchers, and food businesses in the tri-county area of Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson counties as well as the Confederated Tribes of Warm
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