Habitat for Humanity La Pine Sunriver welcomes four new board members
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity La Pine Sunriver is pleased to announce the addition of four new members to its Board of Directors.…
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Shepherd’s House Ministries issues urgent plea for bottled water donations amid more summer heat
With Central Oregon in the thick of summer and daytime temperatures consistently in the 90s, individuals experiencing homelessness are at heightened…
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Fresh chapter: Favorite Bend restaurant formerly known as Esta Bien is reborn under new owners as Simon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A familiar favorite in Bend’s culinary scene is turning the page to an exciting new chapter. “Formerly known as Esta Bien, the…
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100+ Women Who Care Central Oregon donates nearly $15,000 to Meals on Wheels, a lifeline for many seniors
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Meals on Wheels, a program of the Council on Aging of Central Oregon, is a lifeline for many older adults in the region,…
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Mid Oregon Credit Union pledges $225,000 to support St. Charles Health System’s health care initiatives
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mid Oregon Credit Union recently pledged $225,000 to support health care initiatives across Central Oregon with a donation to…
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City of Bend joins Youth Career Connect Program to offer internships
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend said Tuesday it is joining the Youth Career Connect program to engage with local youth, offer valuable…
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City of Bend opens application period for new Climate Action Partner Grant Program
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting Monday and through September 21, nonprofit organizations and government entities (including colleges and universities)…
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Bethlehem Inn welcomes Jon Baker as its new development director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bethlehem Inn, a local nonprofit providing shelter and support for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, is…
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Shepherd’s House Ministries’ Lighthouse Navigation Center celebrates three years of impact in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shepherd’s House Ministries invites the Central Oregon community to celebrate the third anniversary of the Lighthouse…
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‘Know Ink/Inc’ this August with the Deschutes Public Library at a variety of programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dive into the diverse worlds of printmaking and inclusion as the Deschutes Public Library investigates “Know Ink/Inc” in…
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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance receives grant funding for three programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Food and Farm Alliance was recently selected through a competitive grant process to receive funding from Travel…
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United Way of Central Oregon distributes nearly $59,000 in food and shelter grants to 10 organizations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — United Way of Central Oregon and the Local Emergency Food & Shelter Board have awarded $58,800 in funds to 10…
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Ochoco National Forest closes part of Forest Service Road 22 for maintenance work
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A portion of Forest Service Road 22 on the Ochoco National Forest is temporarily closed as of Monday to allow for road…
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CASA of Central Oregon launches accelerated summer volunteer training to meet urgent need for child advocates
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — CASA of Central Oregon is calling on compassionate community members to step up and make a life-changing difference for…
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Pacific Power Foundation provides over $300K in grants to support Oregon education, STEM programs
PORTLAND, Ore. (July 10, 2025) — The Pacific Power Foundation is proud to provide grant funds and support to 89 nonprofits and community…
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Thistle & Nest receives $540,000 to help local veterans buy a home through down payment assistance
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thistle & Nest announced this week that it has been awarded $540,000 to help veteran households purchase a home. These…
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Applications open for the 2025 Bend Venture Conference
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications are now open for companies looking to compete in the 2025 Bend Venture Conference (BVC). The event will take place…
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Painting by Central Oregon artist Dave Fox chosen for 2025 Sunriver Art Fair poster
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A painting by Central Oregon artist Dave Fox, The Destination, has been selected to feature as the Sunriver Art Fair’s…
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Big Ponderoo diverts 74% of waste away from landfill during festival weekend
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — SFF Presents is committed to reducing its environmental impact at their events, with a special focus on waste management.…
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Central Oregon Symphony Association announces Dr. Travis Allen as new executive director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – On Monday the Central Oregon Symphony Association announced that Dr. Travis Allen would be stepping up as the program’s new…
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