Oregon Youth ChalleNGe Program earns outstanding rating in national inspection
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)— The Oregon Youth ChalleNGe Program has become the first in the nation to receive an “outstanding” rating under new federal…
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Tree well, safety top of mind in snow sports community following tragedy at Mt. Bachelor
Following Monday’s tree well tragedy at Mt. Bachelor, winter safety is at the top of experienced skiers’ minds, like Dan McGarigle, the owner of…
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High Desert Museum asks supporters to call or write lawmakers, urge them to save cut agency that’s provided key aid
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The High Desert Museum reached out to its supporters Tuesday, asking them to call or write their members of Congress and ask…
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Traffic enforcement blitz brings question Bend PD aims to answer: Where does that ticket revenue go?
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Last week’s three-day Deschutes County-wide traffic safety enforcement blitz and the hundreds of tickets that resulted have…
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Deschutes National Forest OKs 2,800-acre thinning, mowing and prescribed burn project north of Sisters
The Deschutes National Forest said Tuesday it’s signed the final decision for the 2,800-acre Cougar Rock Restoration Project north of Sisters,…
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No March Madness at the gas pumps: Oregon’s average price dips a penny a gallon, while Bend’s rises 3.4 cents
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s been another quiet week for gas prices as most states, including Oregon, are seeing minimal changes at the pumps, even…
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Redmond’s Jericho Road providing small propane tanks to people in homeless camps for heating, to curb open fires
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jericho Road of Redmond said Tuesday it is currently offering replacement or refills of 1-pound propane tanks for people…
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Mt. Bachelor extends condolences in tree-well tragedy that killed Seattle man, urges caution in recent deep snow
In the wake of Monday’s tragic death of a Seattle man who fell into a deep tree well while skiing at Mt. Bachelor, the resort issued a statement…
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Pay it Forward: Council on Aging’s Caring Connections program helps seniors thrive
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Having the support of a community can make life much easier. Our Pay It Forward program recognizes people who make our community…
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$1.7 million in first-time federal funding cut from local nonprofit Court Appointed Special Advocates
(Update: Adding video, comments from executive director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Central Oregon says they’re…
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Fire destroys La Pine-area home; cause not yet determined
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A fire Sunday night destroyed a manufactured home in the La Pine area whose residents were away at the time, La Pine Rural…
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New opioid treatment center set to open in Redmond, part of the state’s efforts to curb opioid deaths
 REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new medication-assisted treatment center for those recovering from substance use disorder will open this month in…
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Snow sends two tall trees toppling across Hwy. 58 near Willamette Pass
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Doug Sieckmann had his dashcam on as he headed west on Highway 58 over Willamette Pass when he saw two tall trees topple across…
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KTVZ News partners with Backyard Media to deliver morning news and weather forecasts to radio listeners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – KTVZ News and Backyard Media have entered into a partnership that will bring local news and weather updates to radio listeners…
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Sisters chooses two finalists for Highway 20-Locust Street roundabout art; models on display for public review
(Update: Adding video) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) The City of Sisters says it’s excited to announce the two finalists for the roundabout art installation…
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Three new roundabouts planned on South Century Drive; Deschutes County opens online open house
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) The Deschutes County Road Department has invited community members to take part in an online open house for two proposed…
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South Deschutes County digs out from 1-2 feet of heavy, wet snow; high avalanche danger in Cascades
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A strong mid-March snowstorm dumped 1 to 2 feet of heavy, wet snow in the La Pine-Sunriver area Sunday, closing some roads,…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, March 17th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, March 17th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
Continue ReadingLOCAL ALERT WEATHER: School Closings & Delays
Monday, March 17thClosings- La Pine Elementary School- La Pine High School- La Pine Middle School- NeighborhoodImpact Head Start (La Pine)- Rosland…
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Students become gardeners at Bear Creek Elementary, thanks to project funded by credit union grant
Thanks to a $2,000 community builder award from OnPoint Community Credit Union, Bear Creek Elementary has started an environmental learning project.…
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