Laila Lalami’s ‘The Other Americas’ chosen as “A Novel Idea” community read
Deschutes Public Library has announced The Other Americans as the 2021 “A Novel Idea… Read Together” selection. The book, written by novelist…
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Rimrock Trails, Be Bottle partner to make mental health merry this season
Mental health is all about being brave, being true, and being you! When you purchase a Rimrock Trails Be Bottle, you are helping to ensure that every…
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Latino Community Assn. will use $75,000 to help families affected by COVID-19
The Latino Community Association will use $75,000 in health equity funds to help Central Oregon families cope with disruptions to income, schooling…
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NorthWest Crossing launches ‘NWX Tour of Lights’
VisitNWX, the NorthWest Crossing Business Association is proud to launch the first annual NWX Tour of Lights! …
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Dec. 6-12
Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Dec.…
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Resources are available to prepare for inevitable talk on aging and driving
When should you or your aging family member stop driving? There’s no easy answer, and that’s why it’s important to say, “Let’s talk about…
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Fitzpatrick named Deschutes River Conservancy’s new executive director
The Deschutes River Conservancy’s board of directors is pleased to announce that they have completed the selection process for the next director of…
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Visit Bend teams with local artists for new photo book, in time for holiday giving
Looking for a way to tuck Bend under the Christmas tree? A new photography collaboration is making that possible, just in time for the…
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Heating assistance available through NeighborImpact
NeighborImpact’s Energy Assistance program can provide financial assistance to income-qualified residents of the Tri-County area with electric and…
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City of Bend to begin phone community survey; online to follow
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend seeks community feedback to guide priorities and direction for the next two years. People in Bend may receive a…
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Sisters Ranger District begins pile burning in Melvin Butte area
Beginning Thursday, firefighters on the Sisters Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest will ignite several burn piles outside the city of…
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Oregon Army recruiters to hold virtual career fair
U.S. Army recruiters throughout Oregon and SW Washington are scheduled to host a virtual career fair on Thursday, Dec. 10, to educate interested…
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Deschutes County to continue limiting access to most buildings post-‘freeze’
Deschutes County said it will continue to limit access to most county buildings after the statewide “two-week freeze” ended…
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The Salvation Army in need of Central Oregon ‘Red Kettle’ bell ringers
How do you feed 13 people in one hour? Be a bell ringer. The Salvation Army bell ringers are still needed to support the 2020 Red Kettle Season in…
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Holiday gifts can help support conservation; ODFW has some suggestions
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife suggests you give a year of the outdoors this holiday season to the hunter, angler, wildlife viewer or…
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Bend-La Pine Schools Career & College Expo goes virtual, thanks to 2 Bend HS students
Students throughout Bend-La Pine Schools will learn about opportunities in dentistry, farming, machinery and more Wednesday during a virtual Career &…
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State’s latest COVID-19 framework still affecting BPRD programs, facilities
The new health and safety framework announced by the state of Oregon will continue to impact many Bend Park and Recreation District programs and…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Building a digital defense on ‘Giving Tuesday’
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week, on “Giving Tuesday,” the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment focuses on building a digital…
Continue ReadingOn ‘Giving Tuesday,’ Oregon AG Rosenblum offers tips to make sure you give wisely
In celebration of “Giving Tuesday,” and recognizing that many Oregon families and communities are struggling this holiday season, Attorney…
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Public comments sought on update to Oregon state parks reservation rules
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is accepting public comments on a proposed change to the Oregon Administrative Rule…
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