Pay It Forward: Thrive Central Oregon receives $500
That money will be used by Thrive Central Oregon to help Central Oregonians get housing…
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Pet Pals: This new mom, Rose, is sweet, confident and looking for a good home
There are always great pets to adopt like Friday’s visitor, Rose, at the Humane Society of Central…
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“Let’s pay our bills”: Senator Wyden discusses debt ceiling showdown, wildfire season at KTVZ studios
Congress and President Biden “have to” reach agreement on raising the debt ceiling by the June 1 deadline, as to do otherwise “would be…
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Pet Pals: Jackson needs a good home
He’s a good looking 10-year-old boy, looking for a nice place to land, and in the meantime waiting to meet and greet at the Humane Society of Central…
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Pet Pals: Fuzzy kitten Bart is a charmer
Bart and many other animals are ready for their furr-ever homes right now. They are waiting at the Humane Society of Central…
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‘Bowl for Kids Sake’ returns, to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of C. Oregon
NewsChannel 21’s Lee Anderson was live Thursday evening at Sun Mountain Fun Center for the return of Bowl for Kids Sake, a fun major fundraiser for…
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Pet Pals: Freddie is a sweet little dog
He’s a 13-year-old dachshund, and looking for a soft landing, waiting at the Humane Society of Central…
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Pay It Forward: Recognizing, supporting our C.O. National Guard troops
The Bend National Guard could not accept the $500 for April’s Pay it Forward award from Mid Oregon Credit Union and Dutch Bros, but the family…
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Pet Pals: Lee sure has his hands full with this frisky pup
Sometimes, puppies live up to their energetic reputation, like this recent Oklahoma transplant – she’s waiting for someone to play with at the Humane…
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Nothing Bundt Cakes: The tasty chain is opening soon
The Bundt cake shop opens on Bend’s east side on Saturday! The first 50 customers get a really sweet…
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Pet Pals: Cute bunny needs love, and a new home
Meet Lily the Lionhead. She’s 2 months old, and adorable… a bunny-rabbit waiting at the Humane Society of Central Oregon for her “fur-ever” home…
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Pet Pals: Two playful guinea pigs pay a visit
These small animals make great pets, and need a loving, happy home. They’re waiting at the Humane Society of Central…
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Okie, dokie, Smokey
Someone likes to decorate Smokey Bear in Tumalo on every holiday! Of course this week he’s an Easter…
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Pay it Forward: For Crook County HS Coach Ernie Brooks, it’s all about – and for – the kids
This month’s Pay it Forward $500 recipient is Crook County High School track Head Coach Ernie Brooks, who for many years has put all of his time and…
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Pet Pals: A beautiful young cat is ready for adoption
Jovie is waiting at the Humane Society of Central Oregon and is purrr-fectly ready for her furrr-ever…
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Sen. Ron Wyden stops by NewsChannel 21 during Central Oregon town-hall visit
Sen. Ron Wyden held a town hall meeting Friday in Madras and has another Saturday at 11 a.m. at Wille Hall on Bend’s COCC campus. Friday evening, he…
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Pet Pals: Bessie is a favorite of shelter staff, but needs a permanent home
She’s a sweet 10-year-old girl, waiting at the Humane Society of Central…
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School safety and security: Which title applies?
There are a number of different titles for various degrees of…
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Pet Pals: Chuck will steal your heart
Lynne brought in Chuck for our weekly segment, and the NewsChannel 21 crew went nuts! You will too! He’s a new arrival at the Humane Society of…
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Pay It Forward: Conni Slape is one busy volunteer
She’s been a volunteer at many places for many years, and gets rewarded with $500 from Mid Oregon Credit Union and Dutch Bros — and of course, under…
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