SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) website launched a fresh look Wednesday. The redesigned website is more accessible, mobile-friendly, has more Spanish-language content and new language access features. The vision of ODHS is that everyone in our communities can access the services they need. Our website, with over 10 million
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — The U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps program has launched a summer recruitment drive in Oregon, offering immediate openings and free career training in the nation’s leading industries for 16- through 24-year-olds from low-income households. “Job Corps offers a path to apprenticeships and higher-paying careers in the nation’s fastest-growing industries,” said Rachel Torres,
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Forest Service officials are asking everyone to help us prevent forest fires as we celebrate Independence Day. Here’s their news release on the subject: “While our summer has been mild so far, we’re heading into a warmer, dryer pattern that will increase fire risk across much of Oregon and Washington,” said Ed
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, June 28th. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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Marine law enforcement officers across the state will be joining the Oregon State Marine Board and the United States Coast Guard to increase enforcement of Oregon’s Boating Under the Influence of Intoxicants (BUII) laws from July 1-3.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – How many hot dogs does it take to win the annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest? The contest returns on July 4 (last year’s champion Joey Chestnut ate 63 hot dogs) — and it’s one of the unique wagers being offered through Oregon Lottery’s DraftKings Sportsbook. Beyond traditional professional sports such as
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tickets are now available for the High Desert Museum’s signature fundraiser, High Desert Rendezvous — one of the longest-running galas in Central Oregon. Rendezvous returns for its 34th year on Saturday, August 26 from 5-9 pm. “We’re excited to see old friends and make new ones during what is always an engaging evening
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hayden Homes recently partnered with the Deschutes County Chapter of Sleep In Heavenly Peace to build or refurbish 75 beds for local children who would otherwise sleep on the floor, on couches, or in shared beds with parents or siblings. First Story nonprofit, founded by Hayden Homes, also donated $10,000 to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Community members know that the Humane Society of Central Oregon is an organization that builds bonds and provides caring support for pets and their people. The nonprofit has thrived over the past 12 years under the leadership of Sabrina (Bri) Slusser, who has been HSCO’s Chief Executive Officer since early 2011.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It wouldn’t be the Fourth on the High Desert without the large, professional fireworks displays celebrating our country’s birthday. This year’s 4th of July Pilot Butte public fireworks display will commence at approximately 10 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4th . In preparation, the Oregon State Parks Department and Bend Fire Department ask that
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, June 27th. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The No-Bake Cookie Company, founded in 2012 by the Healy Family of Bend, has recently been acquired for an undisclosed amount by Village Family Capital, a private equity firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Originating from Carol Healy’s creations that became a favorite at Bend’s Expressway Market, a business owned by Tom
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Home improvement scams are most prevalent in summertime, and consumers should be on the lookout for the warning signs of a scam.
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Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity announced it has begun accepting applications for seven new homes in Redmond, with a submission deadline of June 30.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — “Unfortunately, one of the things about first responders is, we help people — we don’t seek help,” said Redmond Fire & Rescue Engineer-Paramedic Jon Powell. “So having built-in people to visit with each other really helps remove that load.” On Monday, Redmond Fire received a $9,000 grant from St. Charles Health
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Avid Cider announced Monday that they will be relocating their production facility to a larger space in Redmond. The move comes as part of Avid’s ongoing expansion efforts as a result of the 2022 partnership with Blake’s Hard Cider of Michigan. The Redmond production facility is currently occupied by Silver Moon
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of June 23-30. 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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Schools, food pantries, houseless service providers and health and wellness programs for first responders are among 16 nonprofits and organizations around the region that were recently awarded community benefit grants totaling $102,500 from St. Charles Health System.
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, June 26th. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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The nonprofit Central Oregon Locavore is launching an urgent capital campaign called the “SOS POS Fundraiser” (Point of Sale) to fund the purchase of a new Point of Sale system to replace their existing system, which is at end of life and has suddenly begun to fail multiple times per day.
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