Community Conversation: Turning bare rooms into hope
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In this weeks Community Conversation we sit down with Bend non-profit Furnish Hope as it transforms empty spaces into warm, welcoming homes for those in need.
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Community Conversations: MountainStar offers a lifeline to local families, and you can help at ‘Birdies for Babies’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — MountainStar Family Relief Nursery is providing essential support to families facing poverty, housing instability, and other stressors across Central Oregon. Learn how their programs are helping prevent child abuse—and how the upcoming Birdies for Babies event plays a key role in funding their mission.
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Community Conversations: Bend-La Pine Education Foundation is all about support – and you can help, too
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend-La Pine Education Foundation is making a difference in local classrooms, and you can help make it happen for students, teachers and staff. Lynsey Harris sat down with Lisa May and Ann Westerhoff to find out about their various programs and a fun upcoming fundraiser – Trivia Night on Wednesday,
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Community Conversations: City Club of Central Oregon hosting forum on regional challenges and community solutions
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City Club of Central Oregon is bringing together community members and local leaders for an upcoming forum focused on the region’s most pressing issues, including housing, growth, and access to services. City Club events encourage open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving, highlighting the importance of civic engagement in shaping Central Oregon’s
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Community Conversations: Hospice of Redmond to host free teen grief event June 21st
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hospice of Redmond has been providing compassionate, holistic end-of-life care to Central Oregon for over 40 years. Lynsey Harris sits down with Outreach Coordinator Lauren LeBien shares the essential services they offer, dispels common myths about hospice, and highlights their impactful programs like Camp Sunrise for grieving children and teens.
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Community Conversations: KIDS Center helping local children in crisis
Lynsey Harris talks with Rachel Visser, education manager at the KIDS Center in Bend, about the organization’s longstanding impact in the community and their upcoming fundraiser in July
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Community Conversations: The Greenhouse Cabaret delivers a powerful performance of ‘Next To Normal’
Lynsey Harris sits down with the cast of ‘Next to Normal’ ahead of opening weekend at The Greenhouse Cabaret. This powerful musical runs April 4th – May 3rd.
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Community Conversations: Boys and Girls Clubs of Bend hosts ‘Dance Through the Decades’ prom fundraiser
Lynsey Harris is joined by CEO Bess Goggins to discuss the Boys and Girls Clubs of Bend’s upcoming “Dance Through the Decades” throwback prom fundraiser on Saturday, April 5th.
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Community Conversations: The High Desert Stampede gives back to local families in need
Lynsey Harris sits down with representatives of the High Desert Stampede and Family Access Network to hear about their collaboration to make sure everyone can enjoy the upcoming rodeo.
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Community Conversations: La Pine Community Kitchen hosts fundraiser for new facility
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynsey Harris is joined by the La Pine Community Kitchen to discuss their upcoming fundraiser to support the construction of a new facility. The event, featuring live music and a charity auction, will take place at Wetlands Tap House on Saturday, May 31, with doors opening at 5 p.m. Currently operating
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Community Conversations: Runners gearing up for annual Hydro Flask St. Patrick’s Day Dash in Bend
Lynsey Harris sits down with the organizers of the Hydro Flask St. Patrick’s Day Dash in Bend to discuss what participants can expect, how the event supports Boys and Girls Clubs of Bend and the best ways to get involved.
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Community Conversations: Deschutes Historical Museum preserves and celebrates Central Oregon’s rich past
The Deschutes Historical Museum offers a glimpse into Central Oregon’s past, showcasing artifacts, exhibits and stories from across the region. Lynsey Harris sat down with Museum Director Vanessa Ivey, who shared how the community can get involved, from exploring exhibits to donating historical items.
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Community Conversations: School of Ranch teaches hands-on homesteading skills
Lynsey Harris is joined by Executive Director Mark Gross to explore how the School of Ranch is offering hands-on education in ranching, homesteading, and sustainable living. From animal husbandry to woodworking and land stewardship, the program provides practical skills for those looking to embrace a more self-sufficient lifestyle.
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Community Conversations: BendFilm to host Gala celebrating Hollywood’s biggest night
Lynsey Harris is joined by BendFilm Executive Director Giancarlo Gatto for all the details about their first annual Gala, set for Sunday, March 2nd at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon.
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Community Conversations: Bend FFA helps young people excel
Lynsey Harris sits down with three officers with the Bend FFA chapter at Mountain View High School about their varied activities and their Run for the Roses fundraiser, their annual dinner and auction, coming up on March 1st.
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Community Conversations: Flying W Bend offers an inside look at Sustainable Homestead Farming
Lynsey Harris is joined by Flying W Bend farmer Katie Williams to discuss the rewards of starting a sustainable farm and ways you can get involved.
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Community Conversations: Fair Housing Council of Oregon spreads awareness for Fair Housing Month in February
Lynsey Harris is joined by Fair Housing Council of Oregon Education and Outreach Manager Emily Hammond to promote fair housing through local events, as well as a children’s poster contest.
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Community Conversations: C.O. non-profits bring awareness to senior houselessness
Lynsey Harris is joined by the Central Oregon Villages and The Council on Aging of Central Oregon to discuss the growing number of seniors facing the harsh reality of houselessness..
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Community Conversations: Kick-start your fitness goals for the new year
Lynsey Harris sits down with personal trainer and fitness professional Angelica Lee to discuss tips for creating a healthy, sustainable fitness routine in the new year.
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Community Conversations: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon celebrates National Mentor Month
Lynsey Harris sits down with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon’s Program Director Jennifer Davis to discuss how you can make a difference in a child’s life this January for National Mentor Month
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