Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, November 21st
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, November 21st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming…
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Among Bend City Council Work Session agenda items was the UGB Expansion: Senate Bill 1537
(update: adding video; Bend City Councilor-Elect Steve Platt says current affordable housing plan won’t cover middle income residents at a 60% AMI…
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Bend’s Hiatus Homes introduces ‘Twinhomes’ concept to fill ‘missing middle’ need in era of smaller families
(Update: Adding video, comments from staff) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new type of housing development is coming to northeast Bend, employing a…
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As strong storm sweeps through state with high winds, Pacific Power, C.O. Tree Experts, DCSO offer tips to be prepared
The windstorm sweeping through the region serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of Central Oregon’s weather, as heavy winds often…
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New 131-room Cambria Hotel to take shape near Bend’s Old Mill District; condos, two other hotels also on the way
Ground will be broken soon for another new hotel near Bend’s Old Mill District, one of several new Cambria Hotels recently opening or being built by…
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Kids’ lemonade stand sparks a big-time donation to the Deschutes Land Trust – and a big lesson for the grandkids
(Update: Adding video, comments from parent, grandparent, Deschutes Land Trust) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend nonprofit got a generous donation in a…
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Give thanks at the pump: Oregon gas prices fall to lowest of the year, AAA says; Bend still lowest metro area in the state
Gas prices continue to edge lower, and the national and Oregon averages for regular gas have fallen to their lowest prices of the year so far, AAA…
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Bend man struck, killed by freight train near SE Wilson Avenue crossing
A 52-year-old Bend man was struck and killed by a freight train while lying on the tracks near Southeast Wilson Avenue Monday evening, police said.…
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Bend Police report major surge in scam emails, calls, $400K in losses; offer tips to avoid becoming a victim
Bend police warned businesses, nonprofits and individuals Monday about a major increase in scam emails and calls that have ripped off area residents…
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Winter Nights: Enjoy evening hours at the High Desert Museum throughout December
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Days are shorter, and the air is colder … winter is coming! Experience the warmth of the High Desert Museum every…
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Much of Bend area sees Sunday snow to start a wet, wintry and windy weather week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A thin coat of snow fell over much of the Bend area and higher elevations late Sunday to begin what NewsChannel 21 Chief…
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Bend Bikes holds gathering and memorial bike ride to mark World Remembrance Day for Road Traffic Victims
Central Oregon cyclists and others gathered in Bend on Sunday and staged a memorial bike ride to commemorate the “World Day of Remembrance for Road…
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Think Wild hosts first ‘Get Wild Chili Cook-Off’ fundraiser for the community; winners announced
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nothing like a bowl of chili (or maybe more than one) to warm you up on a cold, windy Saturday, which was only fitting as…
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On bluebird day, lots of snow pumps up the party for skiers, boarders enjoying Mt. Bachelor’s earliest opening in 26 years
Mt. Bachelor pass-holders lined up to party on the snowy slopes Friday for their own early chance to check out all the fresh powder at the resort’s…
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‘It really takes a toll on you’: Houseless along China Hat Road trying to prepare for another cold, snowy winter
Homeless people living in Bend are preparing as best they can as temperatures drop and snow is building in the mountains. Those living along China…
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Pet Pals: Lisa is looking to loot your heart
Lisa is an 11-week-old dachshund English springer spaniel mix. She is only available Saturday, November 16th, at the Ruffwear Warehouse Sale starting…
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DAWNS House founder Dawn Holland pleads not guilty to 8 counts of aggravated theft; March trial date set
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The founder of DAWNS House, a Bend nonprofit that provides housing for women recovering from addiction, pleaded not guilty…
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Out & About: More of the special sunsets and starry skies of Central Oregon
Winter weather may be here, but Central Oregon is still showing us some beautiful fall sunsets. You can’t forget about the beautiful stargazing in…
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‘Opportunity to leverage those tourism tax dollars’: Visit Bend seeks Sustainability Fund grant requests
(Update: adding video, comments from Visit Bend, past grantee) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Sustainability Fund, a Visit Bend project, has announced…
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Bend Fire’s Santa Express, Coat Drive are back for 2024 holiday season, seeking your donations for those in need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Santa and the Bend Fire Department’s Santa Express are back spreading holiday cheer! We will be driving through neighborhoods…
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