Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The community of Hood River, in partnership with the Oregon Travel Information Council, unveiled a new historical marker on Highway 35, south of Hood River. This marker honors the Oregon Nisei Veterans WWII Memorial Highway, a designation to commemorate the second-generation Japanese American soldiers who served the United
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Sunshine and mild temperatures greeted the many flag-waving of Central Oregonians who lined the streets of downtown Bend or took part in Tuesday’s 24th annual Bend Veterans Day Parade, honoring all who have served our country.
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Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This fall, 65 former active-duty veterans and another 22 students receiving veteran dependent benefits are studying towards undergraduate and graduate degrees at Oregon State University-Cascades. In total, more than 321 veterans have received bachelor’s or master’s degrees since OSU-Cascades was founded in 2001. Of the student veterans: 18
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This Veterans Day, KTVZ presents ‘Faces of Freedom’. It’s a special way to honor the heroes who served our country. Here are Tuesday, November 11th’s entries. We are asking you to share photos of the veterans in your life. Click here to submit.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs will honor all veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces during its Statewide Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 11, in view of the Oregon State Capitol Building. This event will feature remarks by dignitaries and special guests along with ceremonial elements including a
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The 2025 Bend Veterans Day Parade marks the 24th year of honoring Veterans of all eras on Tuesday, November 11th in downtown Bend. “Service to Nation & Community” is the theme of the 2025 parade, recognizing the contributions of active military service members in defense of our country
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs honored nine individuals — eight veterans and one dependent family member — in a recent interment ceremony at Willamette National Cemetery. The cremated remains, which had been stored for decades in the Oregon State Hospital after going unclaimed by family members and loved ones, were finally
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Update: Adding video PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – This Veterans Day, Crook County is inviting the community to join them in supporting our nation’s veterans by participating in #OperationGreenLight. “From November 4-11, we encourage everyone to light up their homes, buildings, and public spaces in green as a symbol of hope and gratitude for our veterans,” the
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(Update: New Ninth Circuit Court ruling puts hold on earlier stay of judge’s decision) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A federal judge held another hearing Friday and expects to decide in coming days whether President Trump can deploy National Guard troops to Portland, the latest in weeks of legal wrangling between the administration and Oregon officials.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Military Department sponsored the 2025 Oregon Labor Summit Friday at the Oregon Army National Guard Aviation Support Facility in Salem, bringing together service members, educators, industry partners, and community leaders to strengthen connections between military training and civilian workforce opportunities. Here’s the department’s news release on the event: The Labor
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Nearly 200 Oregon National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 1st Battalion, 186th Infantry Regiment will return home to Oregon on Friday. The Soldiers were mobilized on October 20, 2024, during a ceremony in Medford and served as part of the Multinational Force and Observers mission in the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt. The 1-186th Infantry Regiment,
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The National Women in Roofing’s Central Oregon council marked their “Raise the Roof” event by giving a local veteran a brand new roof.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Governor Tina Kotek said Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s unlawful federalization of members of the Oregon National Guard – which the state calls illegal – could cost taxpayers up to $10 million over 60 days. Kotek, who has strongly objected to the deployment, said the estimate was compiled by the
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A local car club is stepping up to help Central Oregon veterans.
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes, a nonprofit developer of affordable housing in Central Oregon, announced Tuesday a significant expansion of its down payment assistance program for veterans. The program expansion was made possible by a $540,000 grant awarded to the organization for this purpose. Here’s the rest of RootedHomes’ announcement: The enhanced
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HAPPY VALLEY, Ore. (KTVZ) – About 230 members of the Oregon Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 218th Field Artillery Regiment returned to Oregon Saturday after a year-long deployment to the Middle East. The 2-218th FA deployed to Iraq and Syria in support of Operation Inherent Resolve to advise, assist and enable partner forces to secure lasting
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thistle & Nest announced this week that it has been awarded $540,000 to help veteran households purchase a home. These funds, provided by the Oregon Housing and Community Services’ HOAP (Homeless Outreach and Advocacy Project) program, will offer critical down payment assistance, allowing first-time and first-generation veterans to build wealth and
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – This legislative session, the Oregon legislature and Gov. Tina Kotek continued to show their support for the Oregon Military Department through ongoing efforts to provide benefits to help strengthen the Oregon Army National Guard, the Oregon Military Department said Wednesday. Two specific initiatives for recruiting and retention support went into effect on
Continue ReadingWASHINGTON (KTVZ/CNN) — Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley discussed the latest Middle East developments Thursday with CNN’s Jake Tapper. As President Trump considers possible U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, Merkley said when it comes to authorization for war involvement, “It’s Congress that should make the decision. There’s been no authorization for the use of military
Continue Reading(CNN) — President Donald Trump said early Tuesday he’s seeking “a real end” to the conflict between Israel and Iran, arguing that outcome would be preferable to a ceasefire while also suggesting his patience for negotiations is wearing thin. The comments, made to reporters as he returned to Washington after abruptly cutting short his time at the Group of
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