From showroom to support: Subaru of Bend helps fuel Central Oregon stroke awareness nonprofit
Subaru of Bend is helping support a local nonprofit this holiday season in a way that could save lives.
As part of Subaru’s national Share the…
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COCC’s Madras campus expansion opens soon; Tykeson Family Foundation gives $100K ‘capping grant’
(Update: Video Added) Major fundraising for Central Oregon Community College’s Madras campus expansion, set to open for winter term’s first day…
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Shepherd’s House Ministries seeks donations for free community Christmas dinners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the season of giving arrives, Shepherd’s House Ministries is preparing to share the warmth of Christmas with Central Oregon…
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Cascade Disposal delivers holiday joy through 25th annual “Bike Build” fundraiser with Toys for Tots
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For the 25th year in a row, Cascade Disposal is spreading holiday cheer with their toy drive for Central…
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Pay It Forward: Summers flooring doubling down on holiday donations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– It’s time for Pay It Forward — our program recognizing people who make our community a better place to live. The holiday…
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Mountain View Community Development receives $3 million grant for 75-unit Redmond supportive housing village
(Update: Video Added) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mountain View Community Development said Tuesday it’s learned it will receive a $3…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, December 16th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, December 16th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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St. Charles Prineville Hospice Auction raises more than $180K
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Foundation’s annual Prineville Hospice Auction was a big success, raising more than $180,000 to support…
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Central Oregon toy drive delivers thousands of gifts to local kids
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Central Oregon toy drive is spreading holiday cheer to hundreds of families this season and the effort is still growing.…
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend honors Whitney Eskelson’s 15 years of service with new Youth Empowerment FundÂ
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend said Monday it’s happy to honor Whitney Eskelson for 15 years of steady work with youth in…
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Heart of Oregon Corps receives $300,000 Ford Family Foundation grant toward new Redmond campus
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)) — Heart of Oregon Corps announced Monday a “transformative” $300,000 grant from The Ford Family Foundation in support of…
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Pet Pals: Keep your eye on sweet little Milo – he’s a heart-stealer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynsey Harris got to meet sweet little Milo, a kitten who’s been through a lot, but is ready to give his heart and attention to…
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Community Conversations: Scouts of America help Central Oregonians recycle their Christmas trees
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When the holiday lights come down and Christmas trees start shedding their needles, the Scouts of America are stepping in to…
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Dozens of Central Oregon kids in foster care are waiting for their advocate. Volunteer training is coming up soon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — CASA of Central Oregon said Friday it is now accepting applications for its upcoming winter volunteer training course,…
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Sweet Santa: This week’s festive viewer-submitted photos
Capture the magic of the season! Join KTVZ and Advanced Northwest Welding for our Sweet Santa Photo Contest and share your best Santa snapshots for a…
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Save the Date: From a local Marker’s Market to a pet Christmas party, here are some events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a Maker’s Market in Redmond to…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, November 12th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, December 12th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Northwest ranchers, Sisters beef cooperative bring holiday comfort to Bend, other Ronald McDonald Houses
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the spirit of the holiday season, Sisters-based Country Natural Beef, the country’s largest rancher-owned beef…
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Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver names ReStore Upcycle Challenge winners; online auction underway
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver said Thursday it’s excited to unveil the winners of the 2025 ReStore Upcycle…
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25th annual Shop with a Cop’s final tally: Nearly 100 kids teamed up with 79 officers to choose gifts for families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday that it’s proud to celebrate the success of the recent, 25th annual Shop…
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