The Center Foundation sets upcoming concussion baseline testing dates
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Center Foundation is pleased to announce its upcoming Community Concussion Baseline testing dates. This program is made…
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SMART Reading program seeks Central Oregon volunteers to read with youngsters, develop fun, crucial skill
(Update: Adding video, interview with director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Reading is a critical skill for helping kids start, and stay, on a path to…
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State program offers free help to make Medicare open enrollment decisions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Medicare open enrollment for the 2024 Medicare plan year began on Sunday, Oct. 15 and remains open through Dec. 7. The Oregon…
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‘Coffee for a Cure’ gives back Friday at The Human Bean in Madras; sheriff, fire official to compete in fundraiser
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Human Bean of Madras is inviting customers to “drink pink” on Friday, October 20th for the company’s annual Coffee…
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Oregon Health Authority says: 2024 health insurance coverage is more affordable than you might think
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – It will be here before you know it: open enrollment for 2024 health insurance. Open enrollment is the primary time of year…
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Oregon Community Bank Week salutes local banks, workers for their economic, civic contributions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Community Bank Week is this week, Oct. 16-20, honoring local banks and their employees for their economic and civic…
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High Desert Chamber Music announces master class opportunity for violinists, pianists with the Kaplan Duo
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Chamber Music announces applications are available to perform in a Master Class with Mark Kaplan and David Kaplan.…
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‘King of the Castle’ side-by-side race to close portions of Millican Plateau, N. Millican OHV Trail Systems
Prineville, Ore. — Portions of the Millican Plateau and North Millican OHV Trail Systems will be closed October 20 – 22 for an annual…
Continue ReadingCity of Bend seeks applicants for $1.2 million in affordable housing, social services funding
The City of Bend will be accepting proposals for funding for its Affordable Housing Fund and Community Development Block Grant Program. There is…
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City of Redmond road and traffic report: Week of October 14-20
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s road and traffic report for the week of October 14-20. NE 5th St. between NE Kingwood Ave and…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of October 13-20
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of October 13-20. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of October 15-21
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of October 15-21. Hunnell Road: Loco Road to Tumalo Road…
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Red Cross reminder: Flu, COVID-19 vaccines don’t affect your ability to donate blood
Blood drive on Monday, Oct. 30 at Bend Police Dept. PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Since announcing a national blood and platelet shortage a month ago,…
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State agencies offer webinar on filing homeowners insurance claims, repairing damaged homes
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Filing a homeowners insurance claim and repairing your damaged home can be a complicated and overwhelming process. To help…
Continue ReadingCity of Bend road and traffic report: Week of October 16-22
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of October 16-22. Knott Road between SE 15th Street and SE…
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Forest Service Pacific NW Region announces hiring opportunity for permanent seasonal jobs
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Pacific Northwest Region of the USDA Forest Service will be accepting applications for permanent seasonal jobs from…
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League of Women Voters of Deschutes County invites HS seniors to enter Y-Essay contest
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The League of Women Voters of Deschutes County is excited to announce its second annual Y-Essay (Y = Yes-Youth-Why) contest. The…
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Mothers Against Drunk Driving honors DCSO Sgt. Kent Vander Kamp for commitment to DUII enforcement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sergeant Kent Vander Kamp of the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office was recognized…
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Deschutes County Elections Office to test vote-counting system
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In preparation for the Nov. 7 Special Election, the Deschutes County Clerk’s Office will test the county’s vote-counting…
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Buy a car, build a bed: Volvo of Bend partners with Sleep in Heavenly Peace
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Volvo of Bend is partnering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to provide beds for Central Oregon children who do not have one of…
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