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12 Summit HS students have COVID-19 after big party; free testing offered Friday

February 10, 2021 9:38 pm Barney Lerten

Bend-La Pine Schools released the details of free COVID-19 testing being offered on Friday amid an outbreak involving at least a dozen Summit High…

Downtown Bend restaurants not worried about possibility of ‘snow emergency’

February 11, 2021 10:31 pm KTVZ

The winter storm has arrived, and Thursday only marks the beginning of what should be a weekend full of snow. As NewsChannel 21 found out, that new…

Bend Airport master plan includes control tower, more hangars

February 11, 2021 7:19 pm KTVZ

The Bend Municipal Airport is updating its master plan, and has among its priorities an air traffic control tower and more hangars to meet growing…

Love birds: Lonely swans get new mating partners, just in time for Valentine’s Day

February 11, 2021 6:55 pm KTVZ

Two birds of a feather for this Valentine’s Day, as two Central Oregon trumpeter swans who recently lost their mates have been introduced to new…

Central Oregonians get prepared for first big winter storm of 2021

February 11, 2021 6:31 pm KTVZ

The first big winter storm of 2021 for Central Oregon has landed, and is actually to be followed by a series of storms in comin…

With new COVID guidance, C.O. high school football is ready to make a comeback

February 10, 2021 7:46 pm KTVZ

With new COVID-19 guidance in place from the Oregon Health Authority, outdoor contact sports like high school football can resume in extreme and high…

‘Not enough time’: C.O. restaurants scramble to prep, reopen indoor dining

February 10, 2021 6:50 pm KTVZ

The managers and workers at many restaurants in Deschutes County are moving fast, preparing to reopen for limited indoor dining on…

‘Really a lifeline’: Bend’s warming shelter prepares for winter storm

February 10, 2021 2:01 pm KTVZ

As Central Oregon prepares for a few days of snow and bitter cold, Bend’s official warming shelter expects to be at full capacity — as it has been…

Bend Park and Rec weighs ways to balance riverside access, protect habitat

February 10, 2021 6:22 pm KTVZ

Over time, the Deschutes riverfront in Bend, has taken a beating, and it has not been restored in more than 10 years. That’s why the Bend Park and…

Black History Month spotlight: Black Voices in Bend

February 10, 2021 6:02 pm KTVZ

As we celebrate Black History Month, NewsChannel 21 is recognizing and honoring Black figures in our community who are trailblazers, effecting…

High Desert Museum to reopen interior exhibits, with timed tickets

February 10, 2021 1:45 pm KTVZ News Partners

With Deschutes County moving into the High Risk category for COVID-19 precautions, the High Desert Museum will welcome visitors into its indoor…

‘Risk’ vs reward: Deschutes County businesses weigh limits of reopening

February 9, 2021 11:11 pm KTVZ

Starting Friday, Deschutes County officially moves down from an Extreme Risk level to High Risk as COVID-19 case counts drop to their lowest level in…

BPRD to reopen Juniper Swim & Fitness Center on Monday, with many changes

February 9, 2021 6:36 pm Barney Lerten

The Bend Park and Recreation District said Tuesday it will reopen the Juniper Swim & Fitness Center for the first time in nearly three months next…

City of Bend preps winter streets plan, reminds of emergency snow zones

February 9, 2021 3:38 pm Barney Lerten

With significant snowfall in the forecast, everyone should prepare for winter, the city of Bend advised…

Bend planning body signs off on new ‘master sign plan’ approach

February 8, 2021 10:54 pm KTVZ

The Bend Planning Commission signed off Monday night on several changes in the city’s sign code that would provide some flexibility for signage in…

OSP seeks public tips to find whoever shot doe fawn with arrow in southern Bend

February 8, 2021 10:11 pm KTVZ News Partners

Oregon State Police requested the public’s help in identifying who shot and wounded a doe fawn with an arrow near Parrell and Chase roads in southern…