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 Sunday, Dec. 31. Every year, thousands of gray whales migrate south through Oregon’s waters at the end of December, and state parks invites visitors to the coast to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the holiday season unfolds, MountainStar Family Relief Nursery extends warm wishes and profound gratitude to its community of supporters. This festive time serves as a poignant moment to reflect on shared accomplishments in safeguarding children and empowering parents. In the spirit of celebration, MountainStar highlights the transformative impact of community
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Seventeen regional attractions, including The Museum at Warm Springs, have partnered to offer reciprocal admission to their members in 2024, officials announced Wednesday. This coming year, the program is excited to expand to now include three new attractions: Cannon Beach History Center, The Museum at Warm Springs, and Pittock Mansion. This reciprocal
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SALEM, Or. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Heritage Commission has awarded $381,262 in grants to 33 organizations throughout the state. The grants will help fund a variety of projects including collection preservation and access, research, oral history, exhibits, and performance projects. Award amounts ranged $1,000 – $20,000. Funded projects: Albany Regional Museum, in Albany, digitize and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District on the Deschutes National Forest will be closing Forest Road 9701, beginning Thursday and lasting for up to two weeks. Forest Road 9701, between Highway 97 and Forest Road 18, will be closed for up to two weeks while contractors reconstruct the 2.74 miles of road surface.
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Foundation’s annual Prineville Hospice Auction on Saturday, Dec. 2 was a tremendous success, with more than 550 individuals in attendance and raising more than $180,000 to support hospice programs. The popular annual event hosted at the Crook County Fairgrounds Indoor Arena includes a dinner, silent auction, raffle and a
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Housing and Community Services is closing the Oregon Homeowner Assistance Fund program to most new applicants to avoid overcommitting funds. The application portal will close at noon PST on Wednesday, Dec. 20. Homeowners who are in active foreclosure may still be able to apply through a housing counselor. “We’re encouraging homeowners who
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A scholarship fund that helps finance higher education for family members of Oregon workers who have been fatally injured or permanently disabled on the job is open for applications, the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) has announced. The Workers’ Memorial Scholarship awards are available to any high school
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Projects to reduce waste tackle disposable dishware, agricultural packaging, visitor recycling and more BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This year, The Environmental Center’s Rethink Waste Project offered three opportunities to apply for the Community Innovation Fund (CIF). CIF is a funding program that supports individuals, businesses, and community organizations throughout Deschutes County advance projects that reduce,
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Resort announced Tuesday its inaugural Charity Classic Pickleball Tournament to benefit La Pine and Sunriver Habitat for Humanity will be taking place at the new Sunriver Resort Pickleball Complex this Friday and Saturday. The tournament will feature men, women and mixed events (all doubles), with all proceeds going to Habitat
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Rimrock Trails Treatment Services announced Monday that it has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Oregon Community Foundation. This grant will be used to support dual treatment programs for substance use and behavioral health challenges among youth, individuals, and families in Central Oregon communities. Rimrock Trails Treatment Services said it
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CULVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — For over a decade, Maragas Winery has been raising food and money for NeighborImpact during their holiday season events. This year, Doug Maragas, winemaker, has expressed increased concern over the lack of food for many people in Central Oregon. He stated, “Just after Thanksgiving, I spoke with Scott Cooper, director at NeighborImpact. He gave startling
Continue ReadingBEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes Children’s Foundation Board of Directors is proud to announce that Cassi MacQueen has joined the organization as its new Executive Director. Cassi brings over 15 years of nonprofit management experience to the organization and most recently served as the Executive Director for Saving Grace of Central Oregon. Cassi comes
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shepherd’s House Ministries is excited to announce its First Annual Christmas Dinner at the newly opened Redmond Center at 1350 S Hwy 97. This festive event aims to bring joy and warmth to those experiencing homelessness during the holiday season. As part of our commitment to the community, we invite and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes Public Library is proud to announce Emily Habeck’s debut novel Shark Heart as the 2024 A Novel Idea…Read Together selection. Literary enthusiasts gathered at the Downtown Bend Library Saturday night to hear the announcement live. Also joining the lineup of coveted books and notable authors of A Novel Idea is
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s road and traffic report for the week of Dec. 2-8. NW Quince, from NW 6th St open to East traffic only for access to Surf Through & Home Depot, 7am – 5pm, 12/2 – 12/8, North Redmond Fuel StationWickiup Ave., at 47th Street intersection, 12/4 – 12/6, temporary
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of Dec. 1-8. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and efficient transportation system for everyone. We invest in Oregon’s future through roadway improvement projects. The following projects are located within Region 4; Central Oregon from The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Dec. 3-9: Gribbling Road Bridge Replacement (Bend Area) – Mobilization of equipment will be occurring on Gribbling Road near the Central Oregon Irrigation Canal. Traffic Information – Road users should expect trucks and equipment entering/exiting the roadway. Gribbling Road will be closed
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As some of the region’s ski areas open this weekend, the Pacific Northwest Ski Areas Association released its new Mountain Safety Guide, a digital tool used to educate skiers and riders about staying safe and making good decisions on the slopes. This resource is now available at https://safety.pnsaa.org/. The guide gives skiers and snowboarders a
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has some suggestions for a novel, useful holiday gift: 2024 products including hunting and fishing licenses, wildlife area parking permits, waterway access permits and more are on sale now online at MyODFW.com or at license sale agents. Licenses and permits are valid Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2024 and make
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