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Humane Society of Central Oregon offers tips to keep pets safe during high winds and stormy weather

November 19, 2024 9:10 pm KTVZ news sources

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Humane Society of Central Oregon said Tuesday it would like to offer pet safety tips for the high winds hitting our area…

Kids’ lemonade stand sparks a big-time donation to the Deschutes Land Trust – and a big lesson for the grandkids

November 19, 2024 11:18 am Kelsey McGee

(Update: Adding video, comments from parent, grandparent, Deschutes Land Trust) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend nonprofit got a generous donation in a…

If there’s a power outage in your area of the High Desert, here’s where to look online for the latest updates

November 19, 2024 3:30 pm KTVZ news sources

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – As a strong storm brings high winds and potential power outages to the High Desert, there are places online to track the latest…

Give thanks at the pump: Oregon gas prices fall to lowest of the year, AAA says; Bend still lowest metro area in the state

November 19, 2024 12:20 pm KTVZ news sources

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…

All 3 Central Oregon counties see job growth in October as unemployment rates remain stable

November 19, 2024 11:37 am KTVZ news sources

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s total nonfarm employment increased year-over-year across all three Central Oregon counties, while the…

Redmond Airport ready to kick off busy holiday season; travelers urged to allow extra time, show up 2 hours early

November 18, 2024 3:08 pm KTVZ news sources

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Airport said Monday it anticipates another busy holiday travel season from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve.…

AAA: Planes, trains and automobiles will be stuffed with record Thanksgiving travelers; Bend still top NW destination

November 18, 2024 8:44 pm KTVZ news sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – AAA projects 79.9 million Americans (23.6% of the population) will travel 50 miles or more from home for the Thanksgiving…

Bend Police report major surge in scam emails, calls, $400K in losses; offer tips to avoid becoming a victim

November 18, 2024 1:30 pm KTVZ news sources

Bend police warned businesses, nonprofits and individuals Monday about a major increase in scam emails and calls that have ripped off area residents…

Bachelor Complex closure area reduced; some closures still in place due to burned-area hazards

November 18, 2024 5:23 pm KTVZ news sources

The Deschutes National Forest on Monday reduced the temporary emergency fire closure area on the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District for the Bachelor…

Light at the end of the tunnel: Deschutes DA, C. Oregon attorneys hopeful to see end of defender shortage

November 18, 2024 11:29 am Isabella Warren

Courts across Oregon are still struggling to resolve a shortage of public defenders, with hundreds of charged defendants waiting for legal…

‘Win-win solution’: Heart of Oregon Corps youth crew’s defensible space work was key when fire threatened Madras-area homes

November 18, 2024 11:43 am Kelsey McGee

A Heart of Oregon Corps youth crew helped to reduce wildfire danger in a high-risk area – a crucial step, as made clear this summer there when the…

Much of Bend area sees Sunday snow to start a wet, wintry and windy weather week

November 18, 2024 12:17 am Barney Lerten

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…

Bend Bikes holds gathering and memorial bike ride to mark World Remembrance Day for Road Traffic Victims

November 17, 2024 10:57 am Kelsey McGee

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…

Think Wild hosts first ‘Get Wild Chili Cook-Off’ fundraiser for the community; winners announced

November 17, 2024 9:43 am Kelsey McGee

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…

Dry Canyon Arts Association holds Art Show and Sale; raffle aims to ‘Jumpstart Art’ for all elementary school students

October 28, 2024 9:30 pm KTVZ news sources

This weekend, the Dry Canyon Arts Association held its semi-annual Art Show and Sale at the Redmond High School commons, including a raffle with a…

Fire heavily damages century-old Madras home; bystander spots smoke, alerts occupants, who escape unhurt

November 16, 2024 7:59 pm Barney Lerten

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A more than century-old Madras home was heavily damaged Saturday morning by an attic fire traced to faulty wiring for a light…

Central Oregon leaders to reaffirm commitment to school safety at annual Safe Schools Alliance gathering

November 16, 2024 12:36 pm KTVZ news sources

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon school superintendents, fire and police chiefs, sheriffs, district attorneys and public and mental health…

City of Madras, Redevelopment Commission celebrate grand opening of new downtown venue, The Spot

November 15, 2024 10:46 pm KTVZ News Team

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras and the Madras Redevelopment Commission are thrilled to congratulate The Spot on its grand opening Thursday…

Will Van Vactor chosen as new Crook County manager

November 15, 2024 9:47 pm KTVZ news sources

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County said Friday it is delighted to announce Will Van Vactor as the new County Manager, effective Saturday, Nov.…

On bluebird day, lots of snow pumps up the party for skiers, boarders enjoying Mt. Bachelor’s earliest opening in 26 years

November 15, 2024 9:38 am Kelsey Merison, Shannon Brady

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…