OSU-Cascades attracts more than $2 million in annual research award, grant funding
Researchers at Oregon State University-Cascades brought in $2.3 million in funding during the recent fiscal year to address challenges as varied as…
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Campbell River, B.C. man gets 4-year prison term in 2019 DUII crash that killed 2 Americans, one from Bend
A Campbell River, British Columbia man who killed two members of an American family, including a Bend architect and high school robotics coach, and…
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Ask the Mayor: Viewers’ questions include unpaved roads, roundabout rules, roadkill and high rents
Thanks for the dozens of questions you sent in for our monthly Ask the Mayor segment with Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler, who stops by NewsChannel 21 at…
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Bend’s Sleep in Heavenly Peace hosts bed-building volunteers in ‘Bunks Across America’ event
The Bend nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace welcomed volunteers of all ages on Saturday at the Lowes parking lot, helping build 84 beds for kids, part…
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NE Bend child care center’s abrupt closure leaves families scrambling; NeighborImpact offers help
Inspire Learning Center on NE Conners Avenue in Bend notified parents Monday that they were closing immediately due to financial issues. We spoke…
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Central Oregonians are being offered solar rebate incentives through the Oregon Dept. of Energy
Central Oregonians served by Pacific Power, Central Electric Cooperative and Mid-State Electric Cooperative are now eligible for rebates for solar…
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One-word change sought to Bend homeless shelter’s contract aims to provide more housing flexibility
Coordinators of the Franklin Avenue Shelter in Bend say they found that many of their non-related residents are rooming together, in spaces…
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Summit High student, 17, arrested on charge of posting hoax bomb threat on social media timed to Sept. 11
A 17-year-old Summit High School student has been arrested on a felony first-degree disorderly conduct charge, accused of making a 9/11-timed bomb…
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City of Bend taking new steps to address hate speech and discrimination
The city of Bend’s Human Rights and Equity Commission addressed issues of hate speech and discrimination and steps they recommend to better address…
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Great Drake Park Duck Race offers family fun, raises more than $96,000 for Bend-area nonprofits
The Great Drake Park Duck Race returned Sunday for its 34th year, bringing out a big crowd on a warm September Sunday to help local nonprofits — and…
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Oregon woven art exhibition makes stop at COCC
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s Barber Library is exhibiting a traveling show of juried woven art pieces, sponsored by the…
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Bend Fall Festival artists plan interactive, collaborative installations, presentations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This year’s 2023 First Interstate Bank Bend Fall Festival promises to be a groundbreaking celebration of art and creativity…
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Bend Park and Rec Board advances access design concepts for three riverfront parks, some on split votes
The Bend Park and Recreation District has moved a step forward with its design concepts to improve access at three of its riverfront parks: McKay,…
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People walk for 2 causes in Bend, raise awareness, support, funds to end addiction, prevent suicides
Fall’s arrival on the High Desert brings a large number of weekend events, including walks that provide support and raise funds and awareness on…
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Bend-La Pine Schools report initial enrollment rise as fall classes begin
Initial Bend-La Pine Schools enrollment figures for the first week of classes indicate an increase of nearly 400 students…
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City of Bend invites community to celebrate inclusivity and belonging at 2023 Welcoming Week
Welcoming Week will take place Sept. 8-17 citywide, with events that celebrate inclusivity and belonging in…
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Sure, there was still a speech. But the city of Bend turned its ‘State of the City’ into a party in the park
For those who couldn’t make it, we have Mayor Melanie Kebler’s remarks BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rather than some stuffy, all-business, reserved-seating…
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Bend Heroes Foundation, volunteers to mark 9/11 Patriot Day with ceremony, flags on display
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sept. 11 marks the 22nd anniversary of the terrorist attacks on America. Almost 3,000 innocent civilians, first responders, and…
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OSU-Cascades to hold open house on start of second phase of Bend campus development
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members are invited to an open house next Thursday, Sept. 14, to learn about the second phase of development of Oregon…
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Makerspace at OSU-Cascades now open for industry, client projects
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Makerspace at Oregon State University-Cascades is now accepting requests from industry representatives and community members…
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