$5.5 million USDA loan helps La Pine Community Health Center buy its own building
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development is investing $5.5 million through a loan to the La Pine Community Health Center a nonprofit…
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Outdoor debris burning season begins Saturday for areas outside of Bend
Outdoor debris burning within Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2 will open at sunrise on Saturday morning, Oct. 17. Outdoor burning…
Continue ReadingAgreement renewed for Redmond’s Becky Johnson Community Center
The Deschutes Children’s Foundation Board of Directors announced Thursday that their partnership with Deschutes County to operate the Becky Johnson…
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15,000 free masks being distributed for Central Oregon children
Central Oregon Pediatric Associates is pleased to announce a partnership with Pacific Source and Central Oregon Health Council resulting in the…
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Oregon ballots hit the mail for Nov. 3 general election: Make sure your vote counts
On Wednesday, election officials began mailing ballots to every registered voter across Oregon for the Nov. 3 general election.…
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Redmond PD report results of grant-funded enhanced traffic patrols
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — During September, the Redmond Police Department conducted grant-funded enhanced traffic patrols. The grants allow the…
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Saving Grace marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Saving Grace is continuing to raise awareness this October, as the month is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.…
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Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District modifies Halloween activities, with bags for kids
he Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District has hosted a Halloween carnival for Sisters Country residents for decades. The Halloween carnival has been a…
Continue Reading Sisters-area fire agencies to open residential debris burning on Saturday
Sisters Country fire chiefs announced Wednesday the start of residential open debris burning on Saturday, now that the area has seen cooler…
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South Fork Tumalo Trail to close for bridge replacement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning Monday, Oct. 19, Deschutes National Forest trails specialists plan to close the South Fork Tumalo Trail #25.1 where…
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Reminder: Monitor sprinkler systems for safety during freezing weather
Fall is here, and some sprinkler systems are still programmed to turn on as people try to make their vegetation last as long as possible.…
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Sunriver Music Festival plans Christmas concert, names artistic director finalists
It’s a lively time for the Sunriver Music Festival. First, live music returns to Sunriver on Saturday, December 5th with the annual Traditions…
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‘Great Shakeout’ drill returns to remind all: Be prepared for emergencies
It’s easy to forget about earthquake safety amid a global pandemic and ongoing wildfire recovery; however, Oregon is still earthquake territory.…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Cybersecurity Awareness Month tips, info
Throughout October, we will be marking Cyber Security Awareness month with important reminders of how to stay safe online.…
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Discounted or free phone, internet service available for eligible Oregonians
At a time when many Oregonians are impacted by the recent wildfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oregon Public Utility Commission is promoting…
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Stay safe working in the yard this fall, Pacific Power urges
As the leaves turn, fall weather arrives in the Pacific Northwest. For some homeowners, this means pruning trees and taming overgrown gardens, for…
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Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity plans water drive for Warm Springs residents
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is partnering with the Central Oregon Peacekeepers and the Central Oregon Diversity Project to collect drinking…
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Hospice of Redmond volunteer earns national honor
Hospice of Redmond has announced that Rachel Carver won the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization award for “Volunteer of the Year…
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Knopp receives Liberty Award from League of Minority Voters
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Last weekend, Sen. Tim Knopp (R-Bend) was a recipient at the 13th Annual Liberty and Hope Awards, hosted by the League of…
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Boutique Air to begin daily Redmond-Portland flights this week
Boutique Air will begin daily flight operations from Redmond Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport on…
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