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Oregon VA announces new rates for veteran home loan program

January 28, 2022 11:11 am KTVZ News Partners

The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs has announced a rate reversion to its low-interest rates on its home loan products. This reversion is a…

Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, Jan. 28

January 28, 2022 7:31 am KTVZ - News Team

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Friday is Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day; find out online if you’re eligible

January 27, 2022 4:34 pm KTVZ News Partners

As the Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day approaches on Friday, the Oregon Department of Revenue and the Oregon Department of Human Services are…

Three finalists chosen for Pacific Crest Middle School principal; public invited to virtual forum

January 27, 2022 3:28 pm KTVZ News Partners

Students, staff and community members are invited to meet the three finalists for the principal position at Pacific Crest Middle School during a…

Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids ranks Oregon No. 1 in funding prevention

January 27, 2022 2:13 pm KTVZ News Partners

A recent Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids report has ranked Oregon No. 1 in the nation in funding tobacco prevention at levels recommended by the…

OregonHealthCare.gov sees highest number of enrollees in years

January 27, 2022 2:00 pm KTVZ News Partners

During the 2022 open enrollment period, 146,602 Oregonians enrolled in health insurance coverage, the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace announced…

Retiring United Way leader Ken Wilhelm receives Bend Chamber’s Lifetime Achievement Award

January 27, 2022 10:27 am KTVZ News Partners

(Update: Adding video) 2022 Business Excellence Awards announced BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Chamber announced Thursday that retiring long-time…

Oregon Wildlife Federation’s ‘Watch for Wildlife’ license plates arrive at DMV offices May 4

January 27, 2022 9:14 am KTVZ News Partners

The Oregon Wildlife Foundation’s “Watch for Wildlife” specialty license plate will be in DMV offices on May 4. Voucher holders can get their…

Sunrise Birthdays – Thursday, Jan. 27

January 27, 2022 7:32 am KTVZ - News Team

Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, Jan. 27. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…

State committee plans 2 meetings to revise rules for issuing archaeological permits

January 26, 2022 11:10 pm KTVZ News Partners

The State Historic Preservation Office, part of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, will hold two virtual Rule Advisory Committee meetings Feb. 9…

Pay It Forward: New Each Morning helps women leave addiction behind

January 26, 2022 7:37 pm Lee Anderson

The faith-based group helps women overcome addiction, and get a new…

Oregon Employment Dept. mailing 1099G tax forms to unemployment benefits recipients

January 26, 2022 3:41 pm KTVZ News Partners

This month, the Oregon Employment Department will mail 1099G tax forms to the nearly 400,000 people who received unemployment insurance benefits in…

Oregonians’ increased SNAP benefits continue in February

January 26, 2022 3:34 pm KTVZ News Partners

Most Oregonians who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will receive emergency allotments in February, officials said…

Deschutes County appoints Erik Kropp as interim Health Services director

January 26, 2022 12:13 pm KTVZ News Partners

Deschutes County has appointed Deputy County Administrator Erik Kropp as Interim Health Services Director following Dr. George Conway’s assignment…

Advocate’s office expands to help Oregon workers with workplace safety, health issues

January 26, 2022 11:38 am KTVZ News Partners

The state of Oregon’s independent advocate to help injured workers navigate the workers’ compensation system is changing its name and adding…

Oregon WinterFest releases designs of ‘Desert Storm’ Rail Jam, ‘largest in North America’

January 26, 2022 9:47 am KTVZ News Partners

OnPoint Community Credit Union Oregon WinterFest released designs Wednesday of its 2022 10 Barrel Brewing “Desert Storm” Rail Jam, which is…

ODE seeks more schools, community groups for summer food service program

January 26, 2022 9:38 am KTVZ News Partners

The Oregon Department of Education is seeking more schools, community organizations and tribes to participate in the Summer Food Service Program this…