REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond firehouse has a special new kitchen table to gather around, one created by the wood shop class at Redmond High School — a project delayed by the pandemic that has come to beautiful fruition. Here’s a release issued Monday by Redmond Fire & Rescue about the special project: One
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays update for the week of June 12-18. City of Redmond road closures can be viewed on the Redmond Area Street Closures, Events and Delays Map and ODOT TripCheck. **NEW CLOSURES: Monday, June 13, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Paving by Tri-County Paving
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At Hugh Hartman Elementary School, parents came with balloons and smiles — so proud of their young graduates.
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It’s not a dramatic turnaround, but Bend and Redmond’s home prices did something a bit unusual in May — they fell, the Beacon Appraisal Group reported Tuesday.
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A climbing guide from Redmond suffered fatal injuries in a fall while she was tethered to two other climbers Monday at Northern California’s Mount Shasta, the first of four rescue efforts on the 14,180-foot peak in 24 hours, the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is one of more than 230 Habitat for Humanity affiliates awarded a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation as part of its nationwide initiative to help low- to moderate-income families build and improve their homes. Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity received a $30,000 grant to help build two
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As the community awaits more details about a Cloverdale woman’s killing, a family member of the 22-year-old Redmond man charged with murder in the death of Tina Klein-Lewis reached out to talk with NewsChannel 21 Sunday about Alex Smith’s mental health challenges, and the family’s struggle to get him help.
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Saturday was Day 2 of the second annual BBQ, Brews and Whiskey Festival. The event takes place at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond. People were lining up to get samples, drink some beer or whiskey, eat some delicious foods and play games.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The scholarship committees of the Kiwanis Club of Redmond have awarded $18,500 in scholarships to more than a dozen graduating seniors of six local high schools. The winners: Ridgeview: Molly Burke, $2,000, and Julie Mayfield, Soren Stancliff, and Teagan Perret, $1,000 each. RPA: Kate West, Grace Gast, Ari Freeman, Brooke Everest,
Continue Reading REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays for the week of June 5-11. City of Redmond road closures can be viewed on the Redmond Area Street Closures, Events and Delays Map and ODOT TripCheck. **NEW CLOSURES: NW Northwest Way from NW Upas Ave to NW Spruce Ave – Single lane closure Monday, June 6 to Friday, June 10. NW Northwest
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond School District is pleased to announce it has selected Tony Vicknair as the interim principal of Ridgeview High School for the 2022-23 school year. Vicknair currently serves as the interim principal for Tumalo Community School, a position he has held since the beginning of the 2021-22 school year. Prior
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Brains4Drones, a small robotics company specializing in developing artificial intelligence (AI) on drones, will work with Central Electric Cooperative to refine real-time visual intelligence sensors for off-the-shelf drones to perform inspections of power lines and vegetation encroachment. “We are thrilled to partner with Brains4Drones and serve as a resource in their
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond School District is seeking qualified people to apply for a vacancy on its Board of Directors. The board consists of five members, elected at large. Those interested must be registered voters and residents of the Redmond School District for one year immediately preceding the appointment. Applications will be accepted until
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Redmond Mayor George Endicott announced Tuesday afternoon that he won’t seek an eighth two-year term as mayor in this fall’s elections. On Wednesday came word he and others have endorsed Ben Schimmoller in his bid for the office.
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Memorial Day, as most Americans know, honors the sacrifices of the men and women who have laid down their lives for this country.
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Security video helped Redmond police find a suspect in Sunday’s theft of items from a pickup truck parked at Wilco Farm Stores, who minutes later allegedly shoplifted items at a Lowe’s Home improvement store and fled to a nearby apartment, prompting a nearly 5-hour standoff and his eventual surrender.
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At the Fireman’s Pond in Redmond Saturday afternoon, Cub Scouts enjoyed a day of fishing and teaching other people how to fish. The Scouts and community participated in a Community Fishing Derby. It was an event for children 13 and under- to learn how to bait a hook, cast, net, and release. Prizes also were awarded
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A new way to have fun with your dog and get some exercise at the same time is never a bad thing. The first-ever Dogtown USA Canicross Dog and Jog event took place Saturday at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond. Many people turned out, ready to race with their furry friends. NewsChannel 21’s very own Lee Anderson was
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The Oregon DMV said Friday that staff shortages at its offices are forcing the agency to temporarily reduce business hours at 10 of its 60 field offices and temporarily close six smaller offices, including Redmond., for the summer.
Continue Reading REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Redmond’s planned road closures and delays for the week of May 29-June 4. City of Redmond road closures can be viewed on the Redmond Area Street Closures, Events and Delays Map and ODOT TripCheck. **NEW CLOSURES: Thursday, June 2 and Friday, June 3, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Asphalt grinding
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