DMV update: Some offices still closed, call centers hit by wildfire impacts
Oregon DMV offices reopened Thursday by appointment only, but call centers for both DMV and for motor carriers with the Commerce and Compliance…
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Help name the Oregon Zoo’s new red panda baby
Mei Mei’s red panda cub has begun venturing outside, and Oregon Zoo keepers say it’s time for the little guy to get a name. That’s where you…
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Museum at Warm Springs set to reopen next Tuesday
In adherence to strict COVID-19 and fire, health and safety procedures, The Museum At Warm Springs will reopen to the public on Tuesday, Sept.…
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Better Together Central Oregon names new executive director
Better Together Central Oregon announced this week that Stephanie Beamer has accepted the position of executive director.…
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Mid Oregon Credit Union’s school supply drive raises $2,725
Mid Oregon Credit Union raised $2,725 during its annual Supplies 4 Schools drive.…
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Oregonians affected by wildfires can enroll in health coverage
Oregonians affected by the wildfires can use the federal emergency declaration by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to take advantage of an…
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Coffee for a cause: Dutch Bros holds 10th annual Buck for Kids
For the 10th year in a row, Dutch Bros Coffee and its customers are joining together for Buck for Kids day to support local youth organizations.…
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Rimrock Trails receives nearly $12K grant from St. Charles Foundation
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Rimrock Trails Treatment Services said it “is tremendously grateful” to receive $11,900 in grant funds from the St.…
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League of Women Voters, City Club to host virtual forums, seek questions
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The League of Women Voters of Deschutes County and the City Club of Central Oregon plan to record and broadcast candidate…
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The Salvation Army now feeding evacuees in Deschutes County
Since Monday, Sept. 6, The Salvation Army has provided more than 11,000 meals for evacuees across 10 counties in…
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Oregon Food Bank shares fire-related resources, info on new website
Fast-moving wildfires have forced thousands of Oregonians to leave their homes and businesses behind in search of safety, with a growing number…
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Family Kitchen inspires runner to 50-mile fundraising race goal
On Sunday, Oct. 4, local chef David Kirchner will complete the longest run of his life. The self-titled professionally timed 50-mile solo run,…
Continue ReadingOregon Dept. of Revenue closing offices to public due to wildfires, poor air quality
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue is making temporary changes to protect the public in response to the threat of wildfires and…
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C.O. Emergency Info Network: ‘containment’ definition, where to donate
Tuesday’s update from the Central Oregon Emergency Information Network looks at the definition of “containment,” and how to give to wildfire relief…
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Unhealthy air prompts Redmond to cancel annual bicycle-pedestrian count
Due to the forecast unhealthy air quality conditions, the City of Redmond’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee has canceled their annual…
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EDCO lists Bend Venture Conference Growth Stage, Impact semi-finalists
Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO) announced Tuesday the semi-finalists advancing in the Growth Stage and Impact Competitions for the…
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Plateau Travel Plaza joins in celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
The Plateau Travel Plaza is holding a week-long celebration of the 3.5 million professional truck drivers who deliver America’s freight safely and…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Building a digital defense against disaster fraud
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week, the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday timely segment focuses on building a digital defense against charity fraud amid…
Continue Reading Bend, Redmond, Prineville DMV offices closed due to poor air quality
The Bend, Redmond and Prineville DMV offices closed Tuesday morning due to air quality…
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Two Bend students’ artwork honored in Agriculture in the Classroom calendar
Two Bend students in fifth grade were honored during a virtual reception held earlier this week. Their artwork was selected among 643 entries…
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