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Civic Assembly on Youth Homelessness wraps up its final discussion, preps proposed solutions for leaders to consider
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- An innovative new way for Central Oregonians to weigh in on one of the region's most pressing issues wrapped up its fifth and final day Sunday, preparing proposals for area officials to consider. The Civic Assembly on Youth Homelessness gave a representative sample of 30 Deschutes County residents a direct line The post Civic Assembly on Youth Homelessness wraps up its final discussion, preps proposed solutions for leaders to consider appeared first on KTVZ.
5-Year Statewide Housing Plan report shows 'monumental progress'
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) administrators have announced what they classify as "monumental progress" in improving housing outcomes for all Oregonians with the release of the final report on Oregon’s first-ever Statewide Housing Plan (SWHP). The five-year housing plan was launched in July 2019 with a bold, shared vision: to ensure every person across Oregon has a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home, according to a release from the OHCS. ...
Federal student aid arrives in time for fall classes at central Oregon prison
Central Oregon Community College is among just a handful of higher education institutions in the nation that can now offer federal Pell Grants to people who are incarcerated. COCC was the first school in Oregon to receive approval for its Prison Education Program, or PEP, at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution in Madras. Pell Grants are […]
Carbon dioxide pollution in the West could drop with expansion of electrical grid, report says
Planet-warming carbon dioxide pollution could dramatically drop in the West if a dozen electrical energy transmission projects currently proposed or being built are completed in the next five years, a new report found. It said that the 12 projects – adding 3,000 miles of new energy transmission across 14 states – could reduce carbon dioxide […]
A still-warm, still-dry early fall means C.O. fires are still putting up smoke, but containment also growing
The Bachelor Complex of fires, primarily the Little Lava Fire, grew some over the weekend, totaling 12,536 acres, but containment also grew to 68% by the 70 personnel on the lines, despite the recent warm and windy conditions at times. The post A still-warm, still-dry early fall means C.O. fires are still putting up smoke, but containment also growing appeared first on KTVZ.
Making connections, having fun, sharing art: Big crowds headed downtown for weekend’s Bend Fall Festival
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Fall has come to life in downtown Bend for the Bend Fall Festival this weekend. Big crowds enjoyed Day 2 of the three-day event on Saturday, turning out to support local artists, enjoy live music and a wide variety of food and activities. "I'm so appreciative of everyone that comes out to The post Making connections, having fun, sharing art: Big crowds headed downtown for weekend’s Bend Fall Festival appeared first on KTVZ.
Oregon's 2024 ballot measures, explained
Voters across Oregon will have more on their plate than the presidential election this November. Several high profile ballot measure could change Oregon's political landscape forever, with questions about how Oregonians elect, pay and penalize elected officials on the ballot, as well as a controversial ballot measure that could bring a form of universal basic income to Oregon residents... for a price. Here's our breakdown of the statewide ballot measures appearing in the Nov. 5 election. ...
Girls flag football green lit as new ‘emerging activity’ in Oregon
Oregon officially has its second emerging activity. On Monday morning, the delegate assembly of the Oregon School Activities Association voted to accept girls flag football as a new emerging activity. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation....
A paws-itively wonderful time was had by all at this year’s Great Bark Bash dog races
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Sunday, the final day of this year's Bend Fall Festival, featured a real crowd favorite: The second annual Great Bark Bash. The event at Troy Field featured three tail-wagging dog races and a few other fun events for all breeds and the people who love them. The "Running of the The post A paws-itively wonderful time was had by all at this year’s Great Bark Bash dog races appeared first on KTVZ.
Culver ranked No. 1 after road win at Lowell
Culver got another huge road win Friday, Oct. 4 when it beat the defending 2A state champion Lowell Devils 30-13, and the Dawgs are now ranked No. 1 in the 2A OSAA power rankings. The first two quarters were a defensive struggle as Lowell was successful putting pressure on Culver quarterback Houston Wittenberg. At the break the game was scoreless. But Wittenberg made a huge play on defense early in...
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