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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Shepherd’s House Ministries, a leading nonprofit organization that serves those struggling with trauma, addiction, and the homeless population in Central Oregon, announced its annual Thanksgiving Dinner event will take place on Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m.
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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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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, November 20th. 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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The Seventh Mountain Resort ice skating rink is open, and holding a food drive, joining forces with the nonprofit Bend Food Project .
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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
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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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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sleep in Heavenly Peace helps children in need sleep better and rest a little easier at night, and now 30 more children will have a bed of their own. Six Central Oregon service organizations came together Saturday at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds to build more beds for kids in need. “For Rotarians to
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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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After nearly 40 years and tens of thousands of meals served to those in need — no questions asked — Trinity Episcopal Parish in Bend announced Saturday it “has made the difficult decision to not renew its host location relationship with Family Kitchen, after much consideration and with the utmost concern for the well-being of both organizations.”
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Six local service organizations are joining forces at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center Saturday to build beds for children in need. The collaboration will result in 30 more children having a bed of their own.
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This month’s Pay it Forward $500 from Mid Oregon Credit Union and Dutch Bros Coffee of Central Oregon goes to the Ruth Gordon, whose monthly food pantry at La Pine Christian Center also offers a room full of clothing.
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, November 17th. 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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RTC (Rizk Transportation Co.), a family-owned Redmond business gave back to the community once again Friday with its fourth annual Turkey Drive, handing out 100 boxes full of a Thanksgiving meal’s elements to those for whom it means so much, Bola Gbadebo reports.
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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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