BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Small-Mid Agency of the Year award at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America National Conference, held last week in Dallas, Texas. This prestigious award recognizes
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For Monday’s Community Conversations, Lynsey Harris is joined by Sleep In Heavenly Peace Bend Chapter President Joseph Myers to talk about their upcoming June bed build – and the joys of seeing the children’s smiling faces.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Nearly 40 tail-wagging dogs rescued from a crowded Oklahoma shelter touched down Saturday at Bend Airport to begin the next, happier chapter in their lives, thanks to the flight operation Dog Is My CoPilot and the Bend-based nonprofit rescue Street Dog Hero. A day earlier, these 38 dogs “were sitting in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Food & Farm Alliance, a regional nonprofit serving Central Oregon, is delighted to announce a series of exciting taste-testing events as part of its regional marketing campaign, “Get a Taste of This Place.” HDFFA will hold these events at farmers markets across Central Oregon to promote consumer awareness of
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is hosting several workshops for people new to hunting in Central Oregon this summer, including two shotgun skills classes (June 22 and July 13 at the Bend Trap Club) and a two-day bowhunting skills workshop June 29-30 at Three Rivers Archery Park in La
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you interested in helping the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission to draft cannabis rules and policies? The OLCC is looking to broaden and diversify its pool of prospective Advisory Committee participants. We are collecting information from interested individuals and industry representatives to lend their expertise to OLCC Advisory Committees. Throughout
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This week, Bend Fire & Rescue launched an online community survey to help guide the development of the department’s next five-year strategic plan. “Community input is an invaluable part of our planning process,” said Fire Chief Todd Riley, “by gaining an understanding of the priorities of those we serve, we are able to better meet the
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Visit Central Oregon has been reappointed by Travel Oregon to serve as Central Oregon’s official Regional Destination Management Organization (RDMO), both organizations announced last week during the Oregon Tourism Commission meeting held in Medford. The decision renews Visit Central Oregon’s role as RDMO—which the organization has performed since 2006—through fiscal 2032-33.
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Lynsey Harris is joined on Community Conversations by High Desert Museum Director of Communications Heidi Hagemeier to talk about what’s up this summer, including a traditional, featured crowd favorite, ‘Raptors of the Desert Sky.’
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Central Oregon Asphalt Sealing will begin its summer-long crack sealing project for the city of Redmond next week, limiting access for a time but not completely closing roads. City-of-Redmond-CS-Map-2024Download
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Sisters city councilors heard from the first participants in the new Civic Leadership Academy Wednesday night about how they believe the city could improve community engagement and outreach.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation is asking people to be on the lookout for the financial exploitation of seniors. The International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization launched recognition of the day in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – United Way of Central Oregon proudly announced Wednesday the administration of $166,179 in grants aimed to enhance emergency food, shelter, and clothing services across Deschutes County. This substantial investment will support the most vulnerable members of our community, addressing critical needs and fostering resilience among those facing hardship. This year, $78,400
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A week after three finalists to become the next Prineville police chief paid a visit and met with officials and the community, the city announced Thursday that none of them will be chosen, and another round of searching will begin.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Mosaic Community Health, a nonprofit community health center providing quality care for all in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, Sisters and Madras, recently welcomed Bernadette Thomas as its new chief health officer. Bernadette Thomas, APRN, DNP, MPH brings over 18 years of experience and expertise to the Mosaic team. Thomas has served highly
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, June 13th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than 200 rural youth from Redmond, Madras and Prineville will receive free or partially paid access to 20 of Central Oregon Community College’s summer Youth Camps held throughout the district, thanks to a recently awarded $30,000 grant from the Roundhouse Foundation. Funds will pay for camp operating costs, such as
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Health Services Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Carissa Heinige recently received an Outstanding New Leader award at the 2024 Medical Reserve Corps National Summit. The MRC is a national network of medical and non-medical volunteers who promote preparedness and help to improve the health and safety of their communities when a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Did you know Bend has a class you can take on Bend? Bend 101 is in session. This is a special class of sorts, focused on connecting you with information and resources you need to engage and thrive in the place where you live. “It’s an on-ramp to all things Bend,”
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U-Wash Pets and Grooming off Third Street in Bend is closing at month’s end after 25 years in business. We talked to the owner on Wednesday about the “bittersweet” move.
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