Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids ranks Oregon No. 1 in funding prevention
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…
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OregonHealthCare.gov sees highest number of enrollees in years
During the 2022 open enrollment period, 146,602 Oregonians enrolled in health insurance coverage, the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace announced…
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Retiring United Way leader Ken Wilhelm receives Bend Chamber’s Lifetime Achievement Award
(Update: Adding video) 2022 Business Excellence Awards announced BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Chamber announced Thursday that retiring long-time…
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Oregon Wildlife Federation’s ‘Watch for Wildlife’ license plates arrive at DMV offices May 4
The Oregon Wildlife Foundation’s “Watch for Wildlife” specialty license plate will be in DMV offices on May 4. Voucher holders can get their…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Thursday, Jan. 27
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, Jan. 27. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…
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State committee plans 2 meetings to revise rules for issuing archaeological permits
The State Historic Preservation Office, part of Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, will hold two virtual Rule Advisory Committee meetings Feb. 9…
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Pay It Forward: New Each Morning helps women leave addiction behind
The faith-based group helps women overcome addiction, and get a new…
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Oregon Employment Dept. mailing 1099G tax forms to unemployment benefits recipients
This month, the Oregon Employment Department will mail 1099G tax forms to the nearly 400,000 people who received unemployment insurance benefits in…
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Oregonians’ increased SNAP benefits continue in February
Most Oregonians who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will receive emergency allotments in February, officials said…
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Deschutes County appoints Erik Kropp as interim Health Services director
Deschutes County has appointed Deputy County Administrator Erik Kropp as Interim Health Services Director following Dr. George Conway’s assignment…
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Advocate’s office expands to help Oregon workers with workplace safety, health issues
The state of Oregon’s independent advocate to help injured workers navigate the workers’ compensation system is changing its name and adding…
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Oregon WinterFest releases designs of ‘Desert Storm’ Rail Jam, ‘largest in North America’
OnPoint Community Credit Union Oregon WinterFest released designs Wednesday of its 2022 10 Barrel Brewing “Desert Storm” Rail Jam, which is…
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ODE seeks more schools, community groups for summer food service program
The Oregon Department of Education is seeking more schools, community organizations and tribes to participate in the Summer Food Service Program this…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Wednesday, Jan. 26
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, Jan. 26. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…
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Oregonians invited to exchange letters through Oregon Humanities’ ‘Dear Stranger’ project
This winter, Dear Stranger, a letter-exchange project from Oregon Humanities, invites letter writers to share their thoughts on what lies beyond the…
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Sunriver Music Festival announces plethora of musical experiences for 2022
The renowned Sunriver Music Festival enters its 45th season with fresh perspective and talent. We are honored and excited to announce that Artistic…
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Oregon Historical Society launches new online museum collection portal
The Oregon Historical Society said it was thrilled to announce Tuesday the launch of its Museum Collection Portal (museumcollection.ohs.org) — a…
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FEMA seeks teen leaders for National Youth Preparedness Council
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting applications for the National Youth Preparedness…
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COCC nursing, health programs holding virtual information sessions
Central Oregon Community College is hosting virtual information sessions this month for its nursing and health programs. The sessions include program…
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IRS Criminal Investigation offers 10 tips to avoid tax season fraud
Each year, taxpayers’ personal information is compromised through phishing scams or by unscrupulous tax preparers. With tax season having kicked…
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