Big Ol’ Fish: Hot summer, hotter catches all around
What better way to spend a hot summer day than on the water, reeling in those Big Ol’ Fish? Then just send those fine photos to us from the Share tab.
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Show Us Your Garden: Variety is the spice of life, and of backyard spaces, too
This week, we have a variety of gardens to show you. A family affair by the Bennett family has the entire family working on the project together, followed by an koi pond that uses local lava rocks and finally a backyard getaway, complete with a barbecue and some comfy chairs. You can see many more
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Kids Entrepreneur Market offers kids real-world experience – and everyone a unique shopping scene
Demetrious Gamble introduces us to an organizer and two young entrepreneurs who are part of the Kids Entrepreneur Market coming up Saturday at Troy Field in downtown Bend.
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Future Olympians: The winning ways of young Central Oregonians
More High Desert young athletes make us all proud! You can submit your kid competitor’s photo and see others by entering our Future Olympian Photo Sweepstakes under the Contests tab at KTVZ.COM.
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Pet Pics: Noble and stately or napping and relaxing, our pets rule the roost
Here’s this week’s collection of Pet Pics! You can see many more great pets and submit your own photo under the Contests tab at https://ktvz.com/play/2023/10/31/pet-pics-2023-24/
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Junior Forecaster: Xander has plenty of fun outdoors
Xander is helping sort out the weather here in Central Oregon as we close out the month of July on a hot note. Xander is going to be in the 6th grade at Cascade Middle School this fall and enjoys a number of outdoor activities. When he is not riding his scooter or his BMX,
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Sunrise Birthdays – Wednesday, July 31st
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 31st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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Future Olympians: Central Oregon’s young medalists in the making
Another Olympic Zone means more Central Oregon young athletes training for their possible future debut on the Olympic stage. See more photos and join in our sweepstakes under the Contests tab.
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Former Bend mayor, city councilor Jodie Barram plays new public role, getting wildfire info out
Former Bend city councilor and mayor Jodie Barram plays a different public role these days, as a public information officer for NW Team 6, helping fight Eastern Oregon wildfires.
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Park Pick: Riley Ranch Nature Reserve offers a peaceful riverside oasis on the edge of NW Bend
This week, Jillian Fortner pays a visit to the 184-acre Riley Ranch Nature Reserve in northwest Bend, which has a relaxing, enjoyable mix of trails, scenery, the Deschutes River and a variety of wildlife to enjoy.
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Latest Bend Parkway/Hwy. 97 shift brings some confusion, backups
One part of the latest change on the southbound Bend Parkway/Highway 97 has led to some confusion and a new backup where traffic merges with Third Street/Highway 20. Instead, ODOT says drivers on Third wanting to get on the southbound parkway now have to turn east onto the new Robal Lane onramp.
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Future Olympians: Young Central Oregonians climbing, swimming, winners all
Here’s another great group of Central Oregon Future Olympians to cheer on! You can see more and submit your own young champion’s photo under the Contests tab at https://ktvz.com/play/2024/07/14/2024-future-olympian-photo-sweepstakes/
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Midnight visitor comes calling in Tetherow Crossing: Home’s Ring doorbell camera catches a cougar stopping by
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Micheal Hocker heard his Ring doorbell chime just after midnight Friday night at his home in Tetherow Crossing, northwest of Redmond, so he checked the video to see what it was. What he saw was a bit surprising. “I saw the cat walking down off my porch,” he said Monday. “Cat”
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Our Future Olympians Photo Sweepstakes begins! Come join the fun
Is there a budding future Olympian in your family? Whatever the sport, we’d like to see then in action, going for the gold! You can submit your photo and see many others under the Contests tab at https://ktvz.com/play/2024/07/14/2024-future-olympian-photo-sweepstakes/
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The Old Iron Works in Bend hosts Last Saturday Art Walk for artists to showcase their work
In Bend, the Old Iron Works showcased its love for arts and crafts. It was a chance to soak in the Last Saturday Art Walk. Artist and artisan works were on display, with people perusing the art walk, looking for their next big find. Patrons also had the opportunity to participate in creating their own earrings. Businesses involved in the art
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Pet Pals: Yoda and Chewbacca are two sweet little kittens
If you love little furry kitty-cats, Yoda and/or Chewbacca could be just what you’re looking for. They’ll be ready for adoption soon at the Humane Society of Central Oregon.
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Community Conversations: BEAT Children’s Theatre presents The Wizard of Oz
Lynsey Harris welcomes director Bree Beal, along with actors Quinn LeGrand and Adam Shapiro, to discuss their upcoming production The Wizard of Oz and summer theatrical programs at BEAT Children’s Theatre.
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Furry Friends: Meet Penny, a sweet senior kitty
This week, meet 11-year-old Penny, who will spend hours cuddled up in your lap, if you want. She’s waiting at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center.
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WATCH: Demolition of Bend High’s 69-year-old auditorium begins; hope is to clear site before students return in fall
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – After two sprinkler leaks caused the historic auditorium to shut down, officials deemed the building, “unsafe to occupy”. Demolition on the building began this week, with the hope of having the site cleared before students return to school in the fall. The auditorium was originally planned for an upgrade in 2026,
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Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, July 26th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 26th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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