Competition features announced for 20th annual Bend Film Festival
BendFilm announced Thursday the 22 feature films across four competition categories which will screen at the 20th Annual Bend Film Festival,…
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Deschutes County announces fall grant program to fund community projects that reduce wildfire risk
For a second year, Deschutes County invites communities to apply for grants that will provide funding for projects that reduce the risk of…
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Bend nonprofit launches low-cost veterinary clinics to serve those with financial hardships
Ask many animal owners in Central Oregon, and they will say that the cost of veterinary care is shockingly expensive and potentially out of reach.…
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Family Access Network receives $10,000 grant from St. Charles Health System
The Family Access Network (FAN) received a $10,000 grant from St. Charles Health System as part of their community benefit program. As preparations…
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St. Charles offers grants for community organizations to address loneliness, belonging in Central Oregon
St. Charles Health System is now accepting applications from community organizations for grants aimed at reducing loneliness and increasing welcoming…
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High Desert Chamber Music sets auditions for Spotlight Chamber Players
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Chamber Music announces auditions for the Spotlight Chamber Players will be held on Friday and Saturday, Sept.…
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Heart of Oregon Corps hosts successful job fair in Redmond
Heart of Oregon Corps, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting youth in Central Oregon, proudly announced the…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office, Prineville Police Dept. to join others in statewide safety belt enforcement ‘blitz’
The Crook County Sheriff’s Office and the Prineville Police Department will be joining agencies throughout Oregon in a statewide safety belt…
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Summer celebration planned at Bend Senior Services Center, thanks to new partnership
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – After years of celebrating through car windows during the pandemic, the Council on Aging of Central…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of August 20-26
Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of August…
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Forest Road 42 on Ochoco National Forest to close Aug. 28 through November for road reconstruction
Beginning Monday, August 28, a section of Forest Service Road 42 on the Ochoco National Forest will be closed through November for road maintenance…
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High Desert Museum’s High Desert Rendezvous online silent auction goes live; bid on ski passes, concerts and more
High Desert Rendezvous — the High Desert Museum’s signature fundraising event — launched a VIP experience-packed silent online auction Friday…
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‘Know Language’ this September with the Deschutes Public Library
Language is one of the most important parts of any culture, and this September the Deschutes Public Library is exploring a variety of ways in which…
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City of Bend road and traffic report – week of August 21-27
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of August 21-27. NE Bear Creek Road between NW 15th Street…
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Oregon DHS says software upgrade could impact customer service call wait times
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Human Services is alerting people in Oregon that they might experience longer wait times when they…
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City of Bend seeks members for Council Compensation Review Committee
The City of Bend said Thursday it is looking for community members to join a new temporary, independent committee to make recommendations on future…
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Oregon State Marine Board offers planning tips for boaters during heat waves, low water
The dog days of summer are in full effect, with water levels lowering on many reservoirs and rivers in Oregon. And with low water levels, boaters…
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Portland Trail Blazers announce ‘Rip City Rally’ Sept. 18 in La Pine, includes school visits, community fair
The Portland Trail Blazers and Moda Health are excited to announce the route for their ninth annual Rip City Rally, including a Monday, Sept. 18…
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BLM presents national volunteer award to Friends and Neighbors of the Deschutes Canyon Area
The Bureau of Land Management on Wednesday awarded the Friends and Neighbors of Deschutes Canyon Area the “Group Excellence” national volunteer…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon names Donna Mills interim executive director
The Humane Society of Central Oregon has announced the appointment of Donna Mills as its interim executive…
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