BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Nov. 26-December 2: Winter Road Closures Cascade Lakes Highway is closed west of Mt. Bachelor between the snow gates at Dutchman Flat and Deschutes Bridge at the intersection with Forest Service Road 4270.Paulina Lake Road is closed at the 10 Mile Sno-Park gate. ***Both facilities will
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s road and traffic report for the week of November 25-December 1. NW Quince, from NW 6th St open to East traffic only for access to Surf Through & Home Depot, 7am – 5pm, 11/27 – 11/31, North Redmond Fuel StationWickiup Ave., between Helmholtz Way & 47th St., 11/20 –
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County has open board and committee positions for Ag Extension Service District, Budget Committee, Building Code of Appeals, Compensation Committee, Fair Board, Museum Advisory Board, Natural Resource Advisory Committee, Special Transportation Committee, and Vector Control District. If you are interested in serving on any of these boards, please stop by
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Fire Prevention Cooperative (Co-Op) recently held the 37th Annual Firebusters Fire & Life Safety program. The program includes five 30-second fire & life safety videos targeted for students Kindergarten to fifth grade. Videos are available by watching the morning or evening news on NewsChannel 21, on YouTube, or
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As is their tradition over decades, Family Kitchen is offering a full sit-down or take-out Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day. Diners are welcome between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. to come dine in community with others or take meals home to friends and family – whichever is their best way to celebrate
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In 2023, extreme disasters took a devastating toll on people in the U.S. who turned to the American Red Cross for help coping with a record number of billion-dollar disasters. So far this year, an all-time high of 25 billion-dollar disasters ravaged communities across the country and in the Cascades Region, wildfires resulted
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A total of 61 educators representing 56 schools across Oregon, including 11 from Central Oregon, have been awarded more than $53,000 as part of SELCO Community Credit Union’s annual SPARK! Creative Learning Grants program.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BendFilm, Central Oregon’s leading independent nonprofit film organization, recently announced that Giancarlo Gatto will assume the role of Executive Director, effective immediately. He succeeds interim Executive Director Ann Witsil and prior Executive Director Todd Looby. “I believe strongly in BendFilm’s mission to support diverse voices in our community and inspireconnection through
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network has received a $50,000 grant from the Roundhouse Foundation to support FAN advocate services in rural communities throughout Central Oregon. Due to proximity to resources, rural families face barriers to food, transportation, housing, and health care which can all affect a student’s ability to succeed in school.
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Becoming a new Seed to Table donor will have its biggest impact ever with a new donor campaign backed by a matching gift of up to $20,000. Thanks to a generous donor, any donations from first-time donors will be matched. They have a goal to bring in 100 new donors with
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cure the holiday bah humbug with festive programming this December at your Deschutes Public Library. Learn to hand-tie a beautiful holiday wreath and save time and money with gifts in a jar. Live music fills the halls with performances by the Central Oregon Mastersingers, Central Oregon Symphony, Sisters Jazz Choir and
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The holidays are dedicated to gathering, gratitude and cherishing our loved ones, but it’s also essential to consider their health and well-being. As the holiday season begins, now is the perfect time to make sure all your loved ones are covered by enrolling in a quality health insurance plan at OregonHealthCare.gov from November
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of Nov. 17-24. 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
Continue Reading REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s road and traffic report for the week of Nov. 18-24. Black Butte Blvd Closure, Sam Johnson Park, 11/23, 8am – 11am, Redmond Turkey Trot6th St. Closure, between, Black Butte & Forest, 11/25 4pm – 6:30pm, Starlight ParadeWickiup Ave., between Helmholtz Way & 47th St., 11/20 – 11/27, shoulder work
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Nov. 19-25. Hunnell Road: Loco Road to Tumalo Road Improvement (Bend Area) – Signing work will be occurring along Hunnell Road. Work will include installation of sign support footings and permanent signs. Traffic Information – Shoulder closures will be occurring on Hunnell
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PORTLAND, Ore., (KTVZ) — The upcoming holiday season is promising to be a big one, with holiday spending expected to hit its highest level since before the pandemic. The average household plans to spend approximately $1,652 this season, according to the financial firm Deloitte. And while inflation is slowing, even the smallest growth can impact holiday spending budgets. To
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services will be hosting a public hearing on prescription drug prices on Thursday, Dec. 7, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. via Zoom. The public is invited to participate, and here are some ways you can: Share your stories. DCBS is asking for the public’s
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department invites Oregonians to head outside the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 24. Popularly known as “Green Friday,” the day after Thanksgiving has become a tradition for many families. State parks will once again waive day-use parking fees in the 24 parks that are open and charge for parking on
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(Salem) – With the end of the COVID-19 federal public health emergency, the state is required to review eligibility for all 1.5 million Oregonians who have Oregon Health Plan and other Medicaid benefits. These medical renewals combined with the unprecedented levels of people applying for and receiving medical, food, cash, and child care benefits, have led
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Community Foundation announced Thursday it’s awarding $4.7 million in new community grants to 203 nonprofit organizations throughout the state, including a dozen in Central Oregon. Communities in 33 Oregon counties will benefit from these grants, with nonprofit organizations providing arts, cultural, educational, equity, health, housing and human services support to
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