Oregon agency offers 5 ways to help young adults get financially ready for college
Heading off to college is an exciting time for many young adults. As colleges and universities across the state welcome students back to campus, the…
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The Roundhouse Foundation gives $30,000 to support COCC career, technical students
Welding tools, fire boots and teaching supplies are just a few of the essential non-tuition expenses connected to studies in Central Oregon Community…
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Wildfires explored through art in new exhibit set to open at Bend’s High Desert Museum
Across the American West, drought, dense forests and extreme weather exacerbated by climate change are contributing to catastrophic fires. The…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Building a digital defense against ‘coin cons’
This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment focuses on building a digital defense against coin…
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Open enrollment for 2022 health coverage extended: Nov. 1-Jan. 15
On Friday, the federal government announced the extension of the annual open enrollment period to purchase private health insurance for the 2022 plan…
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Beulah’s Place in Redmond comes to a close after 13 years helping at-risk teens
Beulah’s Place, a Redmond nonprofit organization created as a safe haven for teen victims of sexual predators and criminal activity, is closing on…
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Free or discounted phones, internet service available for eligible Oregonians
In celebration of National Lifeline Awareness Week, the Oregon Public Utility Commission is reminding Oregonians about Lifeline, a federal and state…
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High Desert Chamber Music announces auditions for Spotlight Chamber Players
High Desert Chamber Music has announced auditions for Spotlight Chamber Players will be held on Thursday-Friday, October 7-9.…
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Redmond alpaca farm seeks experienced knitters
Redmond’s Thordarson Farms is seeking experienced hand knitters to make pieces from its alpaca…
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OHA marks Preparedness Month with focus on emotional health needs from disasters
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority joins the national observation of Preparedness Month during September, with special emphasis on…
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‘Central Oregon Gives’ project aims to raise $1 million for nonprofits by year’s end
Central Oregon Gives announced Thursday a 2021 campaign that aims to raise $1 million for 90 area nonprofits by year’s end.…
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‘The most desperate act’: Bend therapist knows the family pain of suicide, seeks to help others
September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and suicide is one of the leading causes of preventable death in Oregon.…
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EDCO announces Bend Venture Conference Growth State, Impact competition semi-finalist companies
Economic Development for Central Oregon on Friday announced the semi-finalists advancing in the Growth Stage and Impact Competitions for the…
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Clear the Shelters: Meet a sweet kittie named Katie!
Next up in our Clear the Shelters parade of adoptable animals is Katie, an adorable 1-year-old calico kitty who was among 49 animals flown to the…
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C.O. Suicide Prevention Alliance holds candlelight vigil
Earlier this month, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners officially recognized September as Suicide Prevention Month. On Thursday evening, the…
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Clear the Shelters: Here’s Sparkling Bob!
We continue our Clear the Shelters campaign by introducing you to a fun 8-year-old terrier mix waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal…
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Fred Meyer hiring 2,000 new associates in the next several months
Fred Meyer, a division of The Kroger Co., said Thursday it is amplifying its hiring efforts by adding 2,000 new associates across the northwest over…
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With new name, COCC’s Nancy R. Chandler Lecture Series announces fall lineup
Central Oregon Community College’s long-established educational series of lectures and presentations for the community, the Nancy R. Chandler…
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High Desert Education Service District announces 2 new appointments
As part of its continuous quest to enhance region-wide support systems for Central Oregon students, the High Desert Education Service District has…
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The Great Drake Park Duck Race raises over $65,000 for area charities
The 2021 Great Drake Park Duck Race is pleased to announce that local businesses and community members purchased 13,035 online raffle tickets,…
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