Deschutes County internal audit team receives national award for second straight year
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Office of Internal Audit has won a 2023 Distinguished Knighton Award from the Association of Local…
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Pacific Power Foundation announces 15 grants to support Central Oregon safety, health and wellness programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Across the West, local organizations are caring for their most vulnerable neighbors and working to create safe, supportive,…
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City of Bend releases annual drinking water quality consumer confidence report
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend Utility Department recently published its 2023 Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report, which shows that the…
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Merkley announces start of service academy nomination process for the Class of 2029
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley on Wednesday launched the process of nominating young Oregonians to the United States Air Force…
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The Fray to kick off 104th Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)- The Bi-Mart Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo presented by Indian Head Casino is excited to announce that the Grammy-nominated…
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Jefferson County landowners may be eligible for $600 reimbursement through defensible space grant
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council, in a collaborative effort with the Jefferson County Fire Chiefs, is offering private…
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Deschutes County honors Safe Sidewalks Award winners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Wednesday, the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners recognized the winners of the 2024 Safe Sidewalks Award, an…
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Diversability receives $20,000 grant from Oregon Community Foundation to support its mission and vision
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Diversability Inc. announced Tuesday that it has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Oregon Community Foundation to support…
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Recognizing the importance of connections during Older Americans Month
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Established in 1963, Older Americans Month is celebrated every May and is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of…
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COCC art students launch annual exhibition
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Community College Art and Design Club is proud to present the annual Student Art Exhibition, now through June…
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Forest Service to waive recreation fees June 8th for National Get Outdoors Day
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The USDA Forest Service’s Pacific Northwest Region will be waiving fees at most day-use recreation sites in national forests…
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Family Access Network receives $10,000 grant from First Interstate Bank, Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network (FAN) received a $10,000 grant through the First Interstate Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des…
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Redmond Area Park and Rec District invites public to Community Recreation Center groundbreaking
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Please join us for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Redmond Area Park and Recreation District’s new Community Recreation…
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During Mailbox Improvement Week, USPS urges a spruce-up – and consider a larger mailbox to handle big packages
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Each year, the Postal Service designates the third week of May as Mailbox Improvement Week to encourage customers with…
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Going boating on Oregon waterways? State Marine Board urges you to prepare to play, safely
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Is the water calling? The Oregon State Marine Board wants to remind boaters to be aware of their surroundings, have all the…
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Oregon Lottery launches State Parks-themed Scratch-its, free parking permit program
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Summer is when the outdoors truly start calling to Oregonians. Oregon Lottery is capturing the spirit of the campers, hikers,…
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Crook County commissioners, state agencies plan open house on domestic well safety
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Health Authority is joining other state agencies and Crook County commissioners for an open house on domestic…
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Summer is also ‘trauma season’ for St. Charles trauma caregivers; here are some safety tips to avoid the ER
For caregivers in the St. Charles Trauma Program, Memorial Day is not just the kickoff of summer – it’s also marks the beginning of the busiest…
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Redmond Fire & Rescue to close outdoor debris burning for the season on June 1
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Â Effective Saturday, June 1, Redmond Fire & Rescue will close all outdoor debris burning for the season, until further…
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‘Drink One for Dane’: Dutch Bros and its customers raise $2.5 million for Muscular Dystrophy Association
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dutch Bros and its customers came together on Friday, May 17, for the 18th annual Drink One for Dane to support…
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