‘Transfer Tuesdays’: Sessions for adults seeking to finish degree at OSU-Cascades
Students interested in enrolling at Oregon State University–Cascades are invited to register for a personal online or phone appointment with a…
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Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday: Avoid becoming a ‘money mule’ amid COVID-19
Fraudsters are taking advantage of the uncertainty and fear surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic to steal your money, access your personal and financial…
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Patient gives back to Volunteers in Medicine Clinic
– Three years ago, Mariana found herself in a distressing situation. As an uninsured small business owner, her options for care seemed limited…
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The Bend Foundation gives $100K to local organizations impacted by COVID-19
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Foundation is donating immediate grants totaling $100,000 to 10 key safety net and social service nonprofit…
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Donors give to immigrant families through Latino Association
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A large group of workers, including many first-responders, are categorically excluded from any financial help at all to cope…
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City of Bend installs more than 300 solar modules at water facility
The city of Bend said Monday it has completed installation of 324 solar base-mounted modules at its water filtration facility west of Bend. A $60,341…
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New community resource map available online
Deschutes County and several of its cities are working to reduce the spread of COVID-19 among vulnerable populations by offering a new map that shows…
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Chess for Success shifts to online tournaments, fundraiser
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This March, Chess for Success canceled the Oregon State Chess Tournament due to the pandemic. The cancellation was a…
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Oregon PUC confirms utilities have suspended disconnections, late fees
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Public Utility Commission said Monday it has confirmed that utilities it regulates across the state have taken steps to…
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Redmond School District launches online kindergarten registration
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond School District has launched online registration for incoming kindergarten students for the 2020-2021 school…
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C.O. breweries’ new website offers beer pick-up, delivery info
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians wanting to support local breweries can now find information about beer pick up and delivery through one…
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IRS alert: Social Security recipients with eligible kids must act by Wednesday
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — The Internal Revenue Service on Monday issued a special alert for several groups of federal benefit recipients to act by this…
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Oregon primary election carries on, despite COVID-19
We are in full swing of election season and Oregon’s May 19 primary election is now less than a month away. Oregon Secretary of State Bev Clarno…
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National Crime Victims’ Rights Week observed
Every April, the Justice Department’s Office for Victims of Crime leads communities across the country in observing National Crime Victims’…
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Amid COVID-19 pandemic, a thanks to public safety dispatchers
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the State of Oregon, and states across the nation, grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic and efforts to keep communities safe…
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Coast Guard reminds NW boaters of cold water drowning dangers
The Coast Guard reminds recreational boaters and paddlers to be aware of the risks involving cold water drownings.…
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Rethink Food Waste Challenge back for Round 2
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Environmental Center’s Rethink Waste Project seeks participants for its second Rethink Food Waste Challenge, designed to…
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Crook County COVID-19 Task Force awards nearly $180K in grants
The Crook County COVID-19 Business Assistance Task Force was formed to help local companies deal with the coronavirus economic impacts affecting…
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Redmond Proficiency Academy duo take 2nd in virtual State Science Fair
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Proficiency Academy seniors Stephen Fawcett and Clara Garza recently won second place in the virtual State Science…
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IRS: VA benefits recipients to automatically receive stimulus payments
The Internal Revenue Service, working in partnership with the Treasury Department and the Department of Veterans Affairs, announced Friday that…
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