Input sought from C.O. Medicaid recipients on local health care issues
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Health care leaders in Central Oregon have been listening to Medicaid patients since 2011, and they want to add more…
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COCC celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with virtual events
Central Oregon Community College’s Latinx student program is hosting a series of free virtual events in celebration of Latinx Heritage Month.…
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Grants available to veteran first-time home buyers through NeighborImpact
NeighborImpact’s lending program is now offering $15,000 grants to veterans purchasing their first home in Crook, Deschutes or Jefferson counties…
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CASA of Central Oregon invites community to fall fundraiser online
CASA of Central Oregon invites the community to its “re-imagined” fall fundraiser, Click & Clink for CASA ,which will occur online Oct. 20-23. …
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Fall FireFree half-price yard debris disposal event coming up
With wildfire and defensible space on all of our minds, now is the time to take advantage of opportunities to increase your preparedness for…
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Family Access Network receives $2,500 foundation grant
MDU Resources Foundation recently granted the Family Access Network (FAN) $2,500 to connect children and families to basic-need resources in Central…
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New High Desert Museum exhibit explores world of John James Audubon
Kindred spirits can find each other across the centuries. In a new exhibition at the High Desert Museum, a contemporary muralist and artist explores…
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The Bend Food Project approaching 500,000-pound food donation milestone
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Food Project, in operation since October of 2015, is about to reach a significant milestone in its 5-year history. The…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Protect yourself — and wallet — if looking for love online
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday feature focuses on building a digital defense when it comes to your love life…
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Oxford Hotel Bend recognized with Condé Nast Readers Choice Award
Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards on Tuesday, with the Oxford Hotel Bend recognized as the #4 Hotel…
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A Smile for Kids, OHSU partner to evaluate program providing braces for youth
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Smile for Kids, a Redmond-based nonprofit, announced Monday a major new partnership with Oregon Health and…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of Oct. 5-9
Here’s the Oregon Department of Transportation’s Region 4 weekly construction update for the week of Oct.…
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Redmond seeks applicants for city committee positions
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond is seeking applications to fill upcoming vacancies on city committees. It is also seeking applications…
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Cellphone co. urges families to make mobile devices ‘Cyberbullying-Free Zone’
UScellular is urging people of all ages to commit to making mobile devices “Cyberbully-Free Zones” in conjunction with October being National…
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100+ Women Who Care of C. Oregon donates nearly $20K to three area nonprofits
COVID 19 may be altering our ‘normal’ lives, but the virus and uncertainty haven’t changed the generosity of 100+ Women Who Care of Central…
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Ochoco National Forest, Crooked River Grassland begin 2021 seasonal hiring
The public can now apply for 2021 summer seasonal jobs with the Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland and other forests in the…
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Credit union offers guide to personal protection against cybercrimes
As of Thursday, the first day of National Cybersecurity Month, consumers have reported over 2,000 instances of COVID-19-related fraud in Oregon and…
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Redmond Police, Fire invite community to National Night Out event online
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Neighborhoods throughout Redmond are invited to join over 38 million neighbors across 16 thousand communities from all 50…
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Help offered as Medicare open enrollment period nears
Each October, open enrollment begins for Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plans. Medicare plans and drug formularies change each year,…
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Cooking fire safety the focus of Fire Prevention Month
As Oregon experiences cooler weather and many community members begin to spend more time at home, the Office of State Fire Marshal will be engaging…
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