Pay it Forward: Jane Boubel helps families in need
This month’s $500 goes to Jane Boubel, who is active in several organizations, especially ‘Up Close and Personal,” a charity that works to stabilize…
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Heat, fire danger, pandemic prompt preparedness call: Be ‘2 Weeks Ready’
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The heat of summer is here across the state, and with extreme temperatures and dry conditions comes increased risks. Oregon’s…
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Volunteers invited to join in ‘SOLVE IT for Oregon’ statewide cleanup event
SOLVE welcomes Oregonians into the field during SOLVE IT for Oregon, presented by Portland General Electric. From August 1 – August 15, Oregonians…
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Prineville PD to join in national enforcement effort targeting impaired drivers
The Prineville Police Department will be participating in the a national high-visibility enforcement event during the month of August. The goal is…
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C.O. Youth Conservation Corps reopens under COVID-19 protocols
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – This year, residents around the U.S. are facing unprecedented challenges, as COVID-19 has substantially changed daily lives for…
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Rethink Waste Program offers free presentations on waste prevention, reduction
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, waste and recycling operations are continuing in most parts of the country. With the exception…
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Volunteers in Medicine Clinic patient tells her COVID-19 story
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Last year, Elena began to develop issues with her eyes. Her eye pressure worsened over time and she developed blurred vision,…
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Bethlehem Inn seeks members of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
Bethlehem Inn announced Tuesday that it is seeking community members to serve as volunteers on its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion…
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Swim lessons return in August at Bend’s Juniper Swim & Fitness Center
August will bring back swim lessons at Juniper Swim & Fitness Center. The popular programs have been on hiatus since mid-March and will resume,…
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Forest Service to open Road 370 gate at Todd Lake
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At midday Wednesday, the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District on the Deschutes National Forest plans to unlock the gate at Todd Lake…
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Family Access Network receives $4,500 from Autzen Foundation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network received a $4,500 grant from the Autzen Foundation, which will provide 45 local children and families…
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NeighborImpact offers energy assistance for those hit financially by COVID-19
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thanks to a recent award of state funding, NeighborImpact is offering an Energy Assistance Stability Coronavirus Relief…
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Oregonians to continue receiving increased food benefits in August
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Human Services has received approval by the federal Food and Nutrition Service to continue in August…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Digital defense against dangers of dating apps
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday feature focuses on building a digital defense against potential dangers in…
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Homeless Leadership Coalition sets online forum on winter shelter needs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Homeless Leadership Coalition and its community partners are sponsoring a community forum on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. to…
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Every Child’s My NeighbOR initiative to help foster youth, families expands
Every Child’s My NeighbOR, a statewide initiative that launched in March to help meet the pressing needs of foster families and youth in foster…
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New campaign aims to help Central Oregonians find more locally grown food
The High Desert Food and Farm Alliance announced Monday that it’s launching a research-based marketing campaign designed to help Central Oregonians…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of July 20-24
Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of July…
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Discover Your Forest ends retail operations on C.O. forests for 2020
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local nonprofit Discover Your Forest will not be operating retail programs on the Deschutes and Ochoco national forests for the…
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Despite pandemic, Deschutes County 4-H FFA Youth Livestock Auction goes on
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Â Despite the COVID-19 pandemic closing the Deschutes County Fair this year, local students involved in 4-H and FFA will…
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