Two Bend-La Pine bus programs help families prepare for return to school
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The first day of school is Wednesday, September 3, and the Bend-La Pine Transportation Department is preparing families and…
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A new community resource is out to become a helpful tool: the Central Oregon Tool Library launches Sept. 5
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new community resource is coming to Central Oregon: the Central Oregon Tool Library (COTool), a nonprofit lending library for…
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What’s in a name? Bend Park and Rec District seeks applicants to serve on Naming Committee
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District is seeking community members to help name future park, facility and trail projects.…
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Old Mill District, Hayden Homes Aphitheater and Commute Options partner in ‘August Car-Free Commute Challenge’
(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – World-class shows at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, walking along the river trail, patio…
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Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation earns Silver Certification, opens registration for 2025-26 winter season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation said Monday it’s proud to announce that this spring, they were awarded Silver…
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SELCO to start taking applications for $125,000 in educator support, including grants, classroom makeovers
EUGENE, Ore.) — SELCO Community Credit Union will once again support educators with up to $125,000 through its two flagship educator programs, each…
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Heart of Oregon Corps receives $100,000 gift from Tykeson Family Foundation for its new Redmond campus
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Heart of Oregon Corps announced Wednesday a $100,000 gift from The Tykeson Family Foundation in support of the Legacy 25…
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Applications now open for Sisters Rodeo Queen Contest
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Do you have what it takes to represent the western way of life, lead with poise and grit, and carry the rodeo tradition into…
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“The Big Dill”: September pickleball tournament at Widgi Creek will support Deschutes Children Foundation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Deschutes Children’s Foundation has it’s first ever pickleball tournament, it’s called The Big Dill. It’s happening at Widgi…
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NeighborImpact to host series of listening sessions to help shape its strategic plan
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The NeighborImpact Board of Directors is excited to announce a series of listening sessions taking place throughout August to…
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Country Financial donates over $8,000 to Crook County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue for wildland fire gear
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce a generous donation from Country Financial in the amount of…
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Portland man wins over $52,000 jackpot at Indian Head Casino
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A lucky guest from Portland hit it big recently at Indian Head Casino, taking home a Wide Area Progressive Jackpot of…
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Forest Service to open gate on Forest Road 370 to Broken Top trailhead, but advises of ‘very rough’ conditions
 On Friday, August 8, the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District on the Deschutes National Forest will open the gate at Todd Lake to Forest Service Road…
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‘American Ninja Warrior’ finalist to speak at Central Oregon Occupational Safety & Health Conference
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An upcoming two-day event in Bend will offer employers and workers a comprehensive set of learning opportunities designed to…
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Oregon Farm Bureau welcomes photo submissions for the Oregon’s Bounty Calendar Contest
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Farm Bureau Federation is now accepting photo submissions for the Oregon’s Bounty Calendar Contest. Oregon’s…
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CASA of Central Oregon urgently needs volunteer advocates for children in foster care
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — CASA of Central Oregon is sounding the alarm after a record-breaking number of children are waiting for an advocate. As of…
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Fred Meyer and Salvation Army kick off back-to-school donations drive
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fred Meyer is teaming up with The Salvation Army to ensure thousands of children across the state return to school equipped…
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend receive nearly $18,000 community grant from Taco Bell Foundation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend is proud to announce it has been selected as a recipient of a $17,700 2025 Community Grant from…
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‘Natural next step for our growing footprint’: Engel & Völkers announces new real estate shop in Sisters
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Engel & Völkers recently announced its newest shop in Sisters. Leading the venture are license partners Marcel Dolak and…
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Les Schwab donates tires to Latino Community Association to keep active seniors safe on the road
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Latino Community Association is thanking Les Schwab Tires of Madras for recently equipping its 12-passenger Savana van…
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