Humane Society of Central Oregon offers ‘Black Furday and Saturday’ adoption fees special
The Humane Society of Central Oregon is having a “Black Furday and Saturday” adoption special this week.…
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Barnes Butte Elementary in Prineville wins this year’s Firebusters grand prize; special assembly next week
– The Central Oregon Fire Prevention Cooperative recently held the 36th Annual Firebusters Fire & Life Safety program. The program includes five…
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Santa Express returning to Bend neighborhoods to collect food, clothing and toys for families in need
After a year off of neighborhood collections, Santa and the Bend Fire Department’s Santa Express are back spreading holiday cheer! We will be driving…
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Increased emergency SNAP benefits to continue in December
Most Oregonians who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will receive emergency allotments in December, the Oregon…
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Numerous holiday events highlight upcoming calendar in Bend’s Old Mill District
The holidays are back in a big way in the Old Mill…
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Brooks Resources gives Family Access Network $5,000 to mark 30-year milestone
The Family Access Network is celebrating 30 years of serving Central Oregon, and long-time supporter Brooks Resources gave FAN $5,000 in recognition…
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Red Cross response in 2022: Donations help most vulnerable facing disasters, global emergencies, blood crisis
2022 has been a year of crisis for families in Oregon, SW Washington and around the world — from extreme climate disasters to the conflict in…
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Deschutes Cultural Trust seeks 2023 grant applicants
The Deschutes Cultural Coalition is seeking applications for grant funding from all sectors within the culture field including arts, heritage, and…
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Triple your impact: Pacific Power matching Oregon Energy Fund contributions 2-for-1
Helping your neighbors and their families stay warm just got easier. Pacific Power will match every dollar you donate to the Oregon Energy Fund with…
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Hidden world of deep snow explored in new High Desert Museum exhibit, ‘Under the Snow’
In the depth of winter, a deep layer of snow quiets the High Desert’s forests. But under the surface, a secret world comes to life. A new High…
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With staffing shortages, ODOT crews ask for help – and patience – from holiday drivers
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s a holiday-week message from the Oregon Department of Transportation for safe travel over Thanksgiving: Many holiday…
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KIDS Center’s Giving Tuesday gift card drive celebrates doing good for others
Giving Tuesday, a day that encourages people to do good, inspires local and global communities to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity. On…
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OSU-Cascades Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing leader releases poetry collection
Jennifer Reimer, director of the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at Oregon State University-Cascades, is the author of a new book of poetry…
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Redmond Fire & Rescue to conduct ‘burn to learn’ training at donated house
Redmond Fire & Rescue plans to conduct a rescheduled “Burn to Learn” live fire training exercise next Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. in a house at 726 SW…
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ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of Nov. 18-25
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is ODOT’s Region 4 construction update for the week of Nov. 18-25. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and…
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Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Nov. 20-26
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is Deschutes County’s road construction update for the week of Nov. 20-26: Winter Road Closures Cascade Lakes…
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City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of Nov. 21-27
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of Nov. 21-27. Portland Avenue between NW First Street and…
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Redmond Kiwanis to launch traditional See’s Candy sales for the holidays
Kiwanis Club of Redmond will resume See’s Candy sales at three locations beginning immediately after…
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Oregon nonprofit Earth Advantage showers green building accolades upon 6 C.O. projects, builders
The Oregon-based nonprofit Earth Advantage has awarded five Central Oregon projects and builders with green building awards, in addition to selecting…
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Deschutes County seeks applicants for new Wolf Depredation Compensation, Finance Assistance Committee
Deschutes County is accepting applications from community members who are interested in serving on its new Wolf Depredation Compensation and Finance…
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