Holidays Archives

Black Friday shoppers hunt for deals in Bend

November 29, 2019 3:20 pm KTVZ

Black Friday is one of the most anticipated days of the year because of the countless deals and sales offered by a variety of stores.

Santa hitches helicopter ride to Bend’s Old Mill

November 29, 2019 6:06 pm KTVZ

Santa’s sleigh and reindeer are being prepped for next month’s big trip, so he hitched a ride on a helicopter along with Mike Allen to fly into Bend’s Old Mill District on Friday. And here’s Mike Allen’s livestream of landing with Santa!

Some shoppers hit Black Friday deals early

November 28, 2019 10:56 pm KTVZ

NewsChannel 21 talked Thursday evening with some shoppers who followed their Thanksgiving meal with a trip to area stores that were offering an early chance at some Black Friday deals.

Miyagi Ramen gives out free ramen on Thanksgiving

November 28, 2019 8:07 pm KTVZ

Miyagi Ramen in Bend hopes to make event an annual tradition

NewsChannel 21 catches up with Thanksgiving Day grocery shoppers

November 28, 2019 6:59 pm KTVZ

Many people spent the morning preparing for their Thanksgiving dinner with close family and friends.

La Pine Community Kitchen welcomes all to Thanksgiving meal

November 27, 2019 6:26 pm KTVZ

The La Pine Community Kitchen is open five days a week and typically serves traditional food. But on the day before Thanksgiving, the kitchen hosted a special community meal for area residents.

Several C.O. organizations hosting Thanksgiving meals

November 26, 2019 6:44 pm KTVZ

With snow falling and the temperatures in Central Oregon dropping below freezing, many homeless shelters in the region are expecting an influx of guests. As Thanksgiving approaches, the need is greater.

Oregon Christmas tree harvest a lot like last year

November 25, 2019 2:24 pm KTVZ

This year’s Christmas tree shopping season is beginning to look a lot like 2018, with a tight supply and similar prices, according to Oregon State University Extension’s Christmas tree specialist.

Christmas tree farm helps a good cause

November 23, 2019 6:31 pm KTVZ

100% of proceeds from the Pacific NW Adult and Teen Challenge Christmas tree farm by the Grocery Outlet in Bend will help participants fight alcohol and drug addiction.

Scouts will again collect, recycle Christmas trees

November 23, 2019 12:00 am KTVZ

Scouting troops will be collecting and recycling Christmas trees in the Bend-Redmond area the weekends of Dec. 28th & 29th and Jan. 4th & 5th.

Bend family saves Thanksgiving for food pantry

November 21, 2019 8:05 pm KTVZ

The Giving Plate food pantry in Bend is once again handing out turkeys to those in need. It’s a Thanksgiving tradition that almost did not happen this year, for the first time ever.

Free holiday meals offered to area seniors

November 21, 2019 6:39 pm KTVZ

Free Thanksgiving lunches are being offered at senior centers around the High Desert, including one held Thursday in La Pine.

RDM holidays advice: Expect long lines, arrive earlier

November 20, 2019 11:24 am KTVZ

Increased travel associated with the upcoming 2019 holiday season means passengers using Redmond Municipal Airport should prepare for longer wait times at TSA security checkpoints and limited parking availability, officials said Wednesday.

Make fire safety part of your holiday menu

November 19, 2019 11:52 pm KTVZ

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and State Fire Marshal Jim Walker wants to remind Oregonians to add fire safety to their cooking and holiday meal plans.

Coping with mental health issues during the holidays

November 19, 2019 6:10 pm KTVZ

The holiday season is right around the corner, which is usually associated with good memories and cheer. However, this time of year can also spark feelings of anxiety, depression and even loneliness for others.

‘Be a Santa to a Senior’ seeks donations

November 12, 2019 5:34 pm Barney Lerten

The ‘Be a Santa to a Senior’ program has returned, with several Christmas trees in various area locations as Home Instead Senior Care collects donated gifts for seniors in need of necessities. To find a location, visit: https://www.beasantatoasenior.com/search/?zip=97701

Experts: Holiday decor can put wildlife in danger

October 22, 2019 5:59 pm KTVZ

(Update: Adding video) With the holidays fast approaching, experts warn those getting in the holiday spirit to be mindful of where they place decorations, which can be harmful to wildlife. The items that wildlife professionals are most apprehensive about are decorative lights, artificial spider webs, and pumpkin jack-o-lanterns. A Bend man reported a deer approached

St. Nick touches down on the High Desert — by helicopter, not sleigh — to spread holiday cheer

November 25, 2022 11:56 am KTVZ

Santa is making a trip around the globe a bit early this year, and on Friday stopped in at Bend’s Old Mill District, making a high-flying entrance — by AirLink helicopter, not Rudolph-led sleigh — to the delight of gathered kids and families.