Reverence & Respect: Central Oregon celebrates Flag Day
For Tracy Miller of Bend, Flag Day is a day to honor her father, World War II veteran Elmer Miller. “Next month marks the 25th
June 14, 2021
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COVID-19
Oregon’s vaccinated veterans can now sign up for a shot at the state’s $1 million sweepstakes jackpot
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon veterans who have received a COVID-19 vaccination at a VA or any federal facility can now sign up online for
June 11, 2021
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COVID-19
Those vaccinated through the VA must register for the Take Your Shot lottery
While most vaccinated Oregonians were entered in the state’s drawing automatically, those who received their shots at the VA or out of state were not,
June 11, 2021
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Memorial Day
Central Oregonians gather in remembrance of fallen veterans
On Memorial Day, many Central Oregonians took time to honor the men and women who gave their lives while serving in the nation’s military. Redmond Veterans
May 31, 2021
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Retired veteran Dick Tobiason champions Central Oregon vets
In his free time, Dick Tobiason cleans the Bend Heroes Memorial in Brooks Park. The 86-year-old retired Army lieutenant colonel and Vietnam War veteran wipes
May 30, 2021
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Historic cemeteries want to leave Confederate flag out of Memorial Day honors
Policy adopted in October 2020 recommends against placing controversial flag on graves of Confederate veterans buried in Oregon. Views: 127
May 30, 2021
12:00 am
Redmond Vet Receives High School Diploma
Hospice of Redmond Transitions patient and Redmond local, Jack Klamm is to be honored with an honorary diploma from Ridgeview High School during its graduation
May 28, 2021
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War Stories: Lance Trowbridge
From basic training in Washington to the streets of Prague during the Cold War, Lance Trowbridge traveled all over during his time in the military.
May 17, 2021
3:02 pm
C. Oregon Veterans Ranch holds Armed Forces Day plant sale
The Central Oregon Veterans Ranch held its fourth annual Armed Forces Day plant sale on Saturday, selling nearly 1,500 plants. Views: 529
May 15, 2021
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Healthy food program expands to serve Central Oregon veterans
The VeggieRx program that prescribes healthy food to those in need is expanding this year to reach veterans across Central Oregon. Views: 478
May 14, 2021
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mental health
CO Health Council makes major investment in behavioral health efforts
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Health Council said Wednesday it has made a multi-million-dollar investment in four behavioral health causes: preventing youth suicide,
May 12, 2021
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housing
Veterans Village on track to house homeless vets by June
With construction underway, the Central Oregon Veterans Village is set to house some homeless veterans as soon as June 1. On Friday, eight volunteers from
May 1, 2021
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