Children’s literacy nonprofit SMART Reading seeks Central Oregon volunteers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Reading is an essential skill for kids, helping them start and stay on a path to success in school and beyond. Since 1992,…
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Deschutes County Community Justice officer named Juvenile Justice Professional of the Year
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Community Justice Officer Andrea Abramson has been selected as the 2024 Juvenile Justice Professional of the…
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2024 Coolest Thing Made in Oregon contest is down to 8 finalists – 2 are from Bend – and you can vote
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The first round of voting in the 2024 Coolest Thing Made in Oregon contest concluded Monday, narrowing the list of finalists to…
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Students to benefit from Mid Oregon Credit Union’s Supplies 4 Schools fundraiser
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the support of its members, staff and the community, Mid Oregon Credit Union collected $1,709 and multiple bins of school…
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Central Oregon Center for the Arts receives $25,000 grant from Oregon Cultural Trust
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A grant of $25,000 was awarded to the Central Oregon Center for the Arts by the Oregon Cultural Trust as part of that…
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‘Know Horror’ this spooky October at a variety of events, programs and activities at the Deschutes Public Library
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prepare for spine-chilling thrills as the Deschutes Public Library delves into eerie delights, frightful films and youthful…
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Soroptimist of Bend accepting applications for ‘Live Your Dream’ cash awards to women for school, training costs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Women who serve as the primary wage-earners for their families and who are motivated to improve their lives by advancing their…
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Family Access Network receives $50,000 grant from the Roundhouse Foundation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network has received a $50,000 grant from the Roundhouse Foundation to support FAN services in Central…
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C.O. Mastersingers, Tananawit in Warm Springs among 135 Oregon arts organizations receiving small operating grants
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Small grants that make a big difference for ensuring access to arts programming, especially in rural areas, have been awarded…
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Crater Lake, Oregon Trail regional Scouting councils approve merger
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The national program of Scouting America, formerly known as Boy Scouts of America, is administered through regional councils.…
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Popular 20-Dollar Art Show returns to Bend’s High Desert Museum, features record 6,000-plus works
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s almost time for the return of Bend’s biggest little art event, The 20-Dollar Art Show! Presented by Bright Place…
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Saving Grace calls on community to support survivors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — One in three women and 1 in 4 men face domestic violence (also known as intimate partner violence) in their lifetimes. “Those…
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C.O. Association of Realtors announces 2024 Building a Better Oregon Award recipients
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Association of REALTORS® has selected the 2024 Building a Better Oregon Award winners. For over 40 years,…
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Deschutes County Public Health urges residents to take precautions to stay healthy, protect others this fall, winter
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Respiratory illnesses like influenza, COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) are known to spread more rapidly during…
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Deschutes County Solid Waste to host inaugural ‘Drop It, Swap It’ event on Sept. 28
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Solid Waste is encouraging county residents to gather their gently used, unwanted items and participate in the…
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Council on Aging of Central Oregon launches critical survey to shape future of senior services
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is excited to announce the launch of its Community Needs Assessment Survey. This crucial tool will help us…
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Stroke Awareness Oregon appoints Anne Birky to its board of directors
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Stroke Awareness Oregon has proudly announced the appointment of Anne Birky to its board of directors. A native of Bend and…
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Bend Heroes Foundation, volunteers plan Parade of Flags on Friday to observe National POW/MIA Recognition Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The third Friday in September is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. To mark the solemn occasion Bend Heroes Foundation and…
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Nine Central Oregon arts organizations among 181 statewide provided operating support by Oregon Arts Commission
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Awards totaling nearly $1.38 million will be distributed to 181 Oregon arts organizations through the Oregon Arts…
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Bethlehem Inn launches ‘Harvest for Hope’ Food Drive
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bethlehem Inn announced Tuesday the launch of their Harvest for Hope Food Drive to help fill their urgent need for breakfast and…
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