Hospice of Redmond expands Camp Sunrise, yearly grief camp, to include teens 13-17
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An estimated 6 million children, or 1 in 12 kids in the United States, will experience the death of a parent or sibling by…
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Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care celebrates the Week of the Young Child
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care joins partners across the country in celebrating the Week of the Young Child.…
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Redmond Proficiency Academy thespians steal the show at Oregon Thespian Festival in Salem
– Redmond Proficiency Academy’s thespian troupe competed in the annual Oregon Thespian State Festival in Salem from April 4-6, where they earned…
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Oregon Community College Association announces 2024 All-Oregon Academic Team
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Community College Association is honored to announce the selection of 55 members from community colleges across the…
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Every Child Central Oregon receives three-year, $150,000 grant from The Ford Family Foundation
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Every Child Central Oregon, the Redmond-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that fights relentlessly for the well-being of Central…
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Zimmerman Rock Pit to close for up to a month during ODOT rock-crushing operations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Zimmerman Rock Pit will be temporarily closed for public safety for up to a month, beginning Monday, April 8. The rock pit…
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Upcoming DCSO class prepares volunteers to mentor children with incarcerated parents
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is offering an upcoming class to prepare volunteers to become mentors for children with an incarcerated…
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It’s Alcohol Awareness Month: OHA says there’s never a wrong time to learn about risks of excessive drinking
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Health Authority is recognizing Alcohol Awareness Month during April by encouraging people to have conversations…
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Deschutes County 2040 Comprehensive Plan receives Planning Commission nod; public hearings set
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Following a 24-month development process, the Deschutes County Planning Commission has recommended approval of the revised draft…
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MountainStar launches Keep Kids Safe Campaign to confront child abuse and neglect
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — MountainStar Family Relief Nursery, a prominent advocate for child welfare, announces the launch of its Keep Kids Safe Campaign…
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Deschutes National Forest, Discover Your Forest seek conservation education volunteers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes National Forest and Discover Your Forest are seeking volunteers to help facilitate youth conservation education…
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League of Women Voters of Deschutes County, City Club of C.O. announce Primary Candidate Forum Series
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The League of Women Voters of Deschutes County and City Club of Central Oregon are pleased to announce their 2024 Primary…
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Spring home improvement projects planned? A seasonal reminder: Call 811 before you dig
(Update: Adding Oregon Utility Notification Center release, diagram) KENNEWICK, Wash. (KTVZ) — I’ve dug here before … I’m sure it’s OK.…
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Be a part of the conversation: Apply for the Smoke Management Advisory Committee
SALEM., Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry is soliciting applications to join the Smoke Management Advisory Committee. The committee is…
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New St. Charles walking groups in Prineville tackle grief, one step at a time
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — New walking groups in Prineville aim to provide innovative support to individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved…
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Oregon housing agency celebrates April as Fair Housing Month, offers training throughout 2024
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) celebrates April as Fair Housing Month in Oregon following Governor Tina Kotek’s…
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COCC’s upcoming Spring JobFest offers opportunities for career-seekers
Career seekers looking for new opportunities will find more than 40 local companies and agencies — representing health care, government, natural…
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Assistance League of Bend provides prom dresses through Cinderella’s Closet
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County high school students are invited to check out the wide selection of new and gently used long and short dresses…
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Deschutes County Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Planning Division Work Plan
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The public is invited to provide input on the Deschutes County Community Development Department’s Work Plan for Fiscal Year…
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Tossing food is costly; C.O. organizations, DEQ urge you to #LoveFoodNotWaste during Food Waste Prevention Week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Imagine slipping in two $20 bills each time you take out the trash. The average Oregon household spends $1,800 on wasted and…
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