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Healing Reins expands therapeutic services in Central Oregon, guided by new mission

Healing Reins expands therapeutic services in Central Oregon, guided by new mission

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TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — For some Central Oregon families, healing can come from an unexpected place–the back of a horse. At Healing Reins in Tumalo, equine-assisted therapy and outdoor-based services are helping people facing physical, mental and emotional challenges. The nonprofit has served Central Oregon since 1999, but leaders say the organization has experienced significant

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THERE'S GOOD NEWS: Young volunteers learn rescue techniques and wildfire safety in Burns

There’s Good News: Young volunteers learn rescue techniques and wildfire safety in Burns

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BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Young people in Burns are getting hands-on experience helping protect their community from wildfires. On August 11th and 12th, the Burns Fire Department partnered with the High Desert Partnership Youth Internship program on wildland fuel mitigation projects. The students also got a look at another side of emergency response. After completing

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‘Welcome home’: Bend family receives keys to new home through First Story homeownership program

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend family officially opened the door to a new chapter on Wednesday, receiving the keys to their new home which was made possible through the nonprofit First Story and its community partners. Community members, regional leaders, and representatives from First Story and Hayden Homes gathered for a home dedication ceremony

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Clear the Shelters: Highlighting the Humane Society of the Ochocos in Prineville

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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – KTVZ is partnering with NBC for Clear the Shelters, a nationwide campaign that promotes pet adoption and supports animal shelters across the country. Throughout the month, we’re highlighting local shelters and the different ways Central Oregonians can help animals in need. For decades, the Humane Society of the Ochocos has helped

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Bend Privacy Alliance to host 'Surveillance in Our Community' conversation on surveillance tech

‘Surveillance in Our Community’: Bend Privacy Alliance invites public to discussion on monitoring tech

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(Update: adding video, comments from Bend Privacy Alliance) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local privacy group is inviting Central Oregonians to learn more about technology used to monitor public spaces, including automated license plate readers, artificial intelligence, and other surveillance systems. The Bend Privacy Alliance will host a free community discussion, Surveillance in Our Community,

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Prineville hosts Faith & Blue event this weekend at Pioneer Park

Prineville hosts Faith & Blue event this weekend at Pioneer Park

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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville’s coming together this weekend for Faith & Blue, a community event focused on connection and fellowship. The event takes place August 22nd and 23rd at Pioneer Park, with food, activities, and opportunities for community members to spend time together. Organizers say the event’s about building relationships and celebrating the community. Faith & Blue

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Redmond Proficiency Academy opens expanded Forest Building downtown

Redmond Proficiency Academy opens expanded Forest Building downtown

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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Proficiency Academy has opened an expanded Forest Building in Downtown Redmond. The new space adds six classrooms and nearly 9,000 square feet to the campus, nearly doubling RPA’s instructional space. The historic building was transformed from a single-story structure into a two-story learning environment while school remained in session.

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