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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Heritage, a division of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, has awarded 18 grants totaling $299,999 for historic properties and archaeology projects. Six of the grants were awarded in the Diamonds in the Rough category. This grant funds façade enhancements that restore the historic character of the property. The other 12

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In a landmark move to amplify their shared mission, United Way of Central Oregon and United Way of the Columbia-Willamette announced Tuesday their official merger, a unification that the agencies say expands their reach and effectiveness in serving both regions’ individuals and families. Here’s the rest of their announcement: The merger

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Calling all writers and nature enthusiasts! The Writing Ranch, in collaboration with the High Desert Museum, is again hosting the Lost in Place Nature Writing Intensive at the scenic Summer Lake Lodge in Summer Lake. Scheduled from August 8-11, this will be a weekend of exploration and creativity, inspired by the breathtaking

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —  Volunteers in Medicine, Clinic of the Cascades said Monday it looks forward to expanding its pilot dental program after receiving two foundation grants in support of dental services and equipment. Along with primary and specialty medical care, VIM provides low-income, working adults basic dental care and referrals for specialty dental care to

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The nonprofit Central Oregon Locavore is seeking a student or intern to complete a “History of Farming” in Central Oregon project. Locavore will then utilize the information compiled for various marketing purposes, including creation and dissemination of educational content, designing and promoting new innovation to solve ongoing farmer challenges, and grant

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System recently recognized several nurses for their extraordinary service and abilities. Four nurses received the DAISY Awards for Extraordinary Nurses, a national award that recognizes the outstanding, compassionate nursing care they provide patients and families every day; and, new this year, three nurse leaders received DAISY Award for

EMERYVILLE, Calif., (KTVZ) — Grocery Outlet on Monday launched its 14th annual Independence from Hunger Food Drive to combat food insecurity. Now through July 31, the campaign will collect cash donations and pre-made bags of nonperishable foods at Grocery Outlet’s 470+ locations that will be distributed to local food agency partners. In addition, online donations

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Saving Grace is pleased to announce that effective Tuesday, July 9th, our administrative offices will be relocating. In an effort to operate more efficiently, we are consolidating office space and moving from our current location on Milwaukee Ave. to a new downtown address. Effective July 1st, our new address will be:

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Summertime is county fair season, and as people head out to enjoy these annual events showcasing Oregon’s agricultural communities, health officials are sharing tips for preventing exposure to avian influenza and other diseases that farm animals can spread. “County fairs are so important for celebrating agriculture education and the dedication of