Inspired by American painter and PBS television personality Bob Ross’ love of the outdoors, Oregon Parks Forever has joined a virtual 5K race started four years ago to help plant trees in parks & forests. Registration is now open for the 2024 Run for the Trees / Happy Little (Virtual) 5K. Participants can run, walk,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County public health officials are reminding parents to ensure their children’s immunizations are up to date. Beginning Wednesday, Feb. 21, children will not be able to attend school or their child care facility if their records show they are missing immunizations required for school attendance or do not have an
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Brooks Resources Corporation was honored to receive the Earth Advantage Hall of Fame Award this week. The awards honor developers who built the most Earth Advantage silver, gold and platinum-certified homes, as well as prizes for innovative design, community engagement and Zero Energy homes, which generate at least as much energy as they consume.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Decode a month’s worth of head-scratching mysteries. Uncover myths and misconceptions from a forensic scientist and puzzle together your own fused glass artwork. Join a guided tour to explore a local cave and take the mystery out of DIY sourdough. Kids can create a PVC pipe fort, stretch their minds and
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You read that right! Visit the High Desert Museum during Mid Oregon Credit Union Free Family Saturdays — happening January 27 and February 24 — to experience the Museum’s latest exhibitions, dynamic wildlife encounters and more.
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Following last week’s meeting of the Prineville Downtown Association (PDA), new leadership changes were made by the Board of Directors. Amy Berlin will take over as President of the association as Bryan Iverson will step down to the Treasurer role and Amanda Mitchell will step in as new Secretary. Iverson commented,
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NEW YORK (KTVZ) — KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024 is taking over your city this summer! On Friday, KIDZ BOP, the #1 kids’ music brand, and Live Nation announced an all-new tour, KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024. On the heels of last year’s successful 60+ date run (including Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater), the ultimate pop concert for kids is returning by popular demand to
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s road and traffic report for the week of Jan. 20-26. Wickiup Ave./Reservoir Dr., between 49th & 43rd St., 1/15 – 3/15, road closure, local access only, Please use detour, Capital Improvement Project www.redmondoregon.gov/ReservoirDriveProject, Taylor Northwest **Work schedules are dependent on weather conditions and other factors. Always exercise increased
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Jan. 21-27. Gribbling Road Bridge Replacement (Bend Area) – Bridge foundation work will be occurring on Gribbling Road near the Central Oregon Irrigation Canal. Traffic Information – Gribbling Road is closed to traffic at the Central Oregon Irrigation Canal for bridge replacement
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Red Cross Cascades Region is urging people to roll up their sleeves and give blood or platelets in the days ahead after back-to-back winter storms forced the cancellation of more than 70 drives, which resulted in the loss of nearly 2,100 units of blood. The American Red Cross in Oregon and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife rehabilitation, education, and conservation center, is offering several internships this year for applicants interested in learning about wildlife conservation in Central Oregon. There are three different internships being offered: a Beaver Habitat Internship, Wildlife Education Internship, and nine Wildlife Rehabilitation Internships. Think Wild’s Beaver Works Oregon
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Marine Board is seeking participants for its Boater Survey, formerly known as the “Triennial Survey of Boat Use.” Did you go fishing, crabbing, hunting, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, drift boating, stand-up paddleboarding, cruising, sailing, or enjoy towed watersports, or any other activity from July through December? Then you’re a
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Museum at Warm Springs has extended its public closure through Tuesday, February 13 for the installation of a new heating, ventilation and air conditioning system. The Museum will reopen to the public on Wednesday, February 14. “We were originally scheduled to reopen on February 1, but due to some
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hydro Flask, an award-winning leader in high-performance, insulated stainless steel flasks and soft good innovations and a Helen of Troy brand, proudly announces the selection of 15 impactful grantees for its Parks For All giving program in 2024. Building on its success in 2023, Hydro Flask is contributing over $395,000 in grants to national, regional, and international organizations
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A $5,000 scholarship opportunity is available to seniors from Redmond High School and Crook County High School who are interested in pursuing higher education in psychology, behavioral health, addiction studies, psychiatry, social work, and related fields. Students are encouraged to apply for this generous scholarship. One student applicant from both Redmond
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning Monday, January 29, and extending through Sunday, February 11, 2024, Crook County Sheriff’s Office and the Prineville Police Department as well as agencies throughout Oregon will use federally funded overtime to educate the public about safety belt and child seat laws, including a law passed in 2017 increasing safety for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is accepting applications from interested community members to serve on its Facility Project Review Committee. The Facility Project Review Committee provides recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on pending and upcoming County building and facility projects, as requested by the board. The county is seeking applicants with a
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Samson Sky has received their seventh patent for the unique wing-swing design of the Switchblade Flying Sports Car, with the newest patent coming from the United Kingdom. Sam Bousfield, designer of the Switchblade and CEO Samson Sky emphasized the importance of having these design patents as a vital safeguard for Samson,
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregonians who lost food purchased with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the recent winter storms and power outages are encouraged to request replacement benefits from the Oregon Department of Human Services. Households who receive SNAP who lost or disposed of food that was unsafe to eat due to
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County seeks applications from residents who are interested in serving on the county’s Planning Commission. Applications will be accepted until Friday, February 9, at 4:00 p.m. The Planning Commission reviews land use policy and zoning regulations and makes recommendations to the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. Members are the official
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