Merkley presses for quicker DEQ testing of water from disputed Crook County mine
Senator Jeff Merkley tells NewsChannel 21 he’s pressing for quicker action on water testing by Oregon DEQ at a Crook County mine where neighbors…
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Plastic trash turned into decks: Central Oregon companies promote sustainability efforts as Earth Day approaches
Earth Day is coming up on Monday, April 22, again putting a spotlight on sustainability efforts — including some literally under foot, with many who…
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‘It’s the principle:’ Bend residents share concerns about missed glass recycling pickup by Republic Services
Some Bend residents have shared with NewsChannel 21 their grievances with garbage and recycling companies not making scheduled pickup of their glass…
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Deschutes Land Trust announces the launch of this year’s Nature Kids and free hike series
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Land Trust announced Thursday the start of its 2024 Walk + Hike series. From April-October, Land Trust volunteer…
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OSU authors braid indigenous knowledge, western science into report’s recommendations for land managers
CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Two Oregon State University faculty are among the lead authors of a report that combines Indigenous Knowledge and…
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City of Bend offering turf-removal rebates of up to $3,000, to convert lawns to a low-water use landscape
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend announced Tuesday that its water customers can now receive a Turf Removal Rebate to convert lawns into a…
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Public Land Stewards to host volunteer clean-up event on Saturday south of Bend, help block unauthorized routes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Public Land Stewards of Bend (PLS) is hosting a volunteer cleanup event this Saturday on the Deschutes National Forest south…
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Still a special sight: Your (and our) photos and video of Monday’s partial solar eclipse over the High Desert
It wasn’t the “full deal” Central Oregonians experienced in the summer of 2017, but Monday’s partial solar eclipse still broke through the thin layer…
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Clouds part just in time for Central Oregonians to enjoy partial eclipse; others travel far to witness the marvel of totality
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – While some Central Oregonians traveled thousands of miles for the awesome sight of a total solar eclipse, many others stayed…
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‘An incredible season so far’: Oregon Zoo welcomes first seven fluffy California condor chicks of 2024
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Seven fluffy chicks hatched last month at the Oregon Zoo’s Jonsson Center for Wildlife Conservation, marking the…
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Fescue is a native grass that’s a C.O. low-water lawn option
Some Central Oregonians folks have “gone native” in their yards, with rocks or other xeriscaping options, to save both water and money. Fred Swisher…
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Feeding wildlife has consequences: Black bear fed by people in Cottage Grove put down to protect human safety
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – A black bear in Cottage Grove that was intentionally fed by people had to be put down by officials this week after it lost…
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Deschutes County will seek $19.7 million EPA ‘Community Change’ grant for south county septic, other issues
Deschutes County commissioners gave the green light Wednesday for the county to apply for a $19.7 million “Community Change“ grant from the U.S.…
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Thousands of spring Chinook smolts killed in NE Oregon fish tanker truck accident
LA GRANDE, Ore. (KTVZ) – More than 25,000 spring Chinook smolts died in the crash of a fish tanker truck last Friday while transporting about…
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Knock, knock! Think Wild offers more humane, effective ways to take care of northern flicker woodpecker woes
Wildlife experts say nest boxes beat trapping, killing the birds, for many reasons BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Knock, knock! Are your northern flicker…
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Tossing food is costly; C.O. organizations, DEQ urge you to #LoveFoodNotWaste during Food Waste Prevention Week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Imagine slipping in two $20 bills each time you take out the trash. The average Oregon household spends $1,800 on wasted and…
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West Coast whale population recovers 5 years after hundreds washed up ashore
SEATTLE (AP) — Federal researchers indicate the gray whale population along the West Coast is showing signs of recovery five years after hundreds…
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‘Know Gardens’ this April with Deschutes Public Library; several programs bloom throughout the month
Are you dreaming of a backyard bounty or looking to garden more sustainably? You can join the Deschutes Public Library as they sew, dig, and harvest…
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The Environmental Center invites families to get creative for Bend’s Earth Day Parade costumes using upcycled materials
The Environmental Center wanted to help people prepare for the Earth Day Fair and Parade, with Earth Day coming up. So on Saturday, they held a…
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‘It’s a call to action:’ Senators back Crook County Knife River mine neighbors on DEQ addressing groundwater concerns
Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley say they support the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality’s moves to address concerns raised by Crook…
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