United Way aids three more C.O. nonprofits for COVID-19 emergency response
Our local United Way in Central Oregon has funded three more agencies that are providing essential services and meeting emergency needs for members…
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NeighborImpact launches new ‘Baby Promise’ child care program
NeighborImpact is one of three organizations receiving funding from the state to launch the Baby Promise child care program through several licensed…
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Wildfire Awareness Month focuses on making homes safe
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — May is Wildfire Awareness Month in Oregon, and federal, state and firefighting agencies are encouraging Oregonians to make sure…
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Deschutes County urges celebrating Historic Preservation Month virtually
During the month of May, take time to celebrate Deschutes County’s heritage through virtual Historic Preservation Month activities. The county’s…
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A Smile for Kids enters new chapter, launches survey
Redmond-based nonprofit A Smile for Kids announced Monday it is launching a messaging survey to better guide the organization’s work.…
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How to apply for food, child care and cash help from home
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Oregonians are facing unprecedented economic instability and food insecurity. As Oregon…
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Dutch Bros MDA fundraiser moves online with first mug, sticker sale
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (KTVZ) – In support of social distancing and general wellness in the communities it serves, Dutch Bros Coffee is adding an…
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May’s the month to focus on highway work zone safety
Traffic on Oregon roads is lighter these days, but our work zones are still…
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State agency offers emergency child care grants
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s Early Learning Division late last week released details of an Emergency Child Care grant program to assist open child…
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U.S. Postal Service extends hold mail provisions
SEATTLE (KTVZ) — The U.S. Postal Service is extending Hold Mail provisions for businesses and customers who are temporarily displaced due to the…
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New nonprofit supports literacy efforts in Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new non-profit organization has formed in Bend. Introducing Supporters of Literacy in Deschutes County (SOLID). SOLID is…
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C.O. Realtors help cities mark Fair Housing Month
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Every April, Realtors® across the country celebrate the passage of The Fair Housing Act on April 11, 1968. In order…
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C.O. Assn. of Realtors gives $900 to Family Access Network
The Family Access Network received over $900 from the Central Oregon Association of Realtors to support basic-need services for children and families…
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Bend’s new warming shelter provided nearly 3,500 bed nights
While most winter warming shelters in the region closed their doors on March 15, NeighborImpact extended the season for the Bend shelter, keeping it…
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VA Portland offers safe mental health care amid COVID-19 outbreak
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Now more than ever, VA Portland Health Care System (VAPORHCS) is committed to providing high-quality mental…
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City of Bend weekly road-traffic report: week of May 4-10
Here’s the city of Bend’s weekly road and traffic report for the week of May 4-10: For the Week of May 4–10: Newport Avenue between NW College Way…
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Rimrock Trails receives $10,000 grant
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rimrock Trails Treatment Services is grateful to receive $10,000 in grant funds from the Oregon Community Foundation’s…
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Downtown Bend celebrates new beginnings with May Pole
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — May Day has been observed by individuals and communities for centuries as a Springtime celebration. It is a fun way to pay…
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Oregon Latinx leaders urge govt. to address disparities in COVID-19 response
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A network comprised of more than 70 Latinx-led and allied organizations and leaders in Oregon has called upon elected…
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Real estate brokers plan expanded Giving Plate food drive on Saturday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Brokers from Harcourts The Garner Group have arranged for an expanded food drive Saturday afternoon at 10 locations around the…
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