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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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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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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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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‘The Train Man’ brings his model trains back to the Downtown Bend Library for holiday family fun; here’s the schedule
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Michael “The Train Man” Lavrich started sharing his model trains with delighted children—and adults—roughly 25 years ago…
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PASSHOLDER PERKS: First Mt. Bachelor Passholder Party for ’25/’26 season happening tonight in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening tonight, December 10th at Hawkeye and Huckleberry Lounge in Bend, it’s the first Mt. Bachelor Passholder Party for the…
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Save the Date: Here are some holiday events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local festive events, from a toy drive benefit…
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Assistance League of Bend’s ‘Raise a Glass for the Kids’ fundraiser was a community celebration of generosity
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Assistance League of Bend says it’s thrilled to announce the success of its recent fundraising event,…
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Holiday bazaar brings local artisans and festive cheer to Tetherow Resort
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Tetherow Resort hosted a special Christmas shopping event this evening, the 2025 Holiday Bazaar. The event, which ran from 4pm…
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Crook County Foundation receives $5,000 Holiday Partnership gift from Fortis Construction
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Foundation said Wednesday it was pleased to announce a $5,000 contribution from Fortis Construction in…
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Powell Butte Community Charter School wins Firebusters program, hosts special Grand Prize Assembly
POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Air Link helicopter touched down in the field outside Powell Butte Community Charter School on Tuesday. But this…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office celebrates 25th annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office kicked off it’s 25th annual Shop with a Cop event, happening through…
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Spirit of Christmas Giving Tree returns, expected to help 200 children this holiday season
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Holiday festivities are underway in Sisters, where the Sisters–Camp Sherman Fire District has lit up its main station for…
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OSU-Cascades and PRAx bring global and Grammy-winning artists to Tower Theatre
BEND, Ore. – Oregon State University – Cascades and OSU’s Patricia Valian Reser Center for the Creative Arts are launching a new concert series…
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Bend Fire & Rescue’s Santa Express is back to collect donations for Salvation Army; here’s where and when
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning on Friday, Bend Fire & Rescue’s Santa Express will visit neighborhoods around Bend to collect donations of food,…
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DONATIONS ENCOURAGED: Free gift wrapping service in Bend returns thanks to Oregon nonprofit
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you in need of some extra help this holiday season? Between decorating the house, buying gifts, and planning your holiday…
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ODOT to host Hawthorne Crossing Project open house in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Transportation is hosting an open house for the community on Tuesday, December 2nd to educate…
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Save the Date: A weekend of holiday festivities in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a brunch in Sunriver with…
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Agencies unite to urge Oregonians to ‘Rethink the Drink’ this holiday season
PORTLAND, Ore. – As Oregonians prepare to celebrate, gather and reconnect with loved ones this holiday season, state agencies renew their call to…
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KIDS Center asks the community to give families ‘Hope for the Holidays’
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This holiday season, Central Oregonians can give a child and family much-needed support by taking part in…
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