New mural on Bend’s Third Street promotes reading
Children’s literacy nonprofit SMART Reading is joining forces with Mini Pet Mart, Inc. and muralist Addie Boswell to create a mural themed around…
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Redmond Walmart gives to local organizations at grand reopening
The Redmond Walmart distributed donations to several local organizations at its grand reopening…
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Central Oregon homebrewers announce new pro-am brewing competition
The Central Oregon Homebrewers Organization has announced the 2022 Central Oregon Pro-Am Brewing Challenge. Winning homebrews will be brewed with…
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Pet Pals: Three frisky kitties are lovable handfuls
Unicorn Cat, Joy and Hunter are all males waiting for a new home at the Humane Society of Central…
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Our Katie Zuniga throws out first pitch at Bend Elks Opening Night
NewsChannel 21 was live at Vince Genna Stadium on Friday for the opening ceremonies of the Bend Elks’ home opener — and our very own Katie Zuniga…
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Furry Friends: Meet Lil’ Chonk Chonk, a happy and healthy 17-month-old puppy
Lil’ Chonk Chonk is a blue heeler and dachshund mix who shed his baby fat and is waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, June 3
Here are the Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, June 3. You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Bend Chamber how-to guide aims to help make more accessory dwelling units happen
The Bend Chamber of Commerce has launched a website to help people build more accessory dwelling units, a housing option the organization wants to…
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Wyden meets with federal forest managers in Bend
Senator Ron Wyden met with federal forest managers in Bend on Thursday to update funding he secured for projects through the bipartisan…
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Thunderstorms bring heavy rain, Bend-area flooding, slide on Hwy. 26 at Warm Springs
Motorists encountered high water in many spots around Bend as a thunderstorm dumped heavy rain Thursday afternoon, while ODOT says a small slide sent…
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Pay It Forward: Redmond quilters help the community
The Presbyterian Quilters of Redmond have made more than 130 quilts for the needy this year! Now, they get $500 to make…
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Out & About: Central Oregon beauty on display
Even more great pictures this week! Thanks so much! Add yours to the collection from the Share tab at KTVZ.COM…
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Big Ol’ Fish: More and more pics as the weather warms
Great catches this week! Share yours with us from the Share tab at…
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Pet Pics: More mighty fine pups and kitties to touch your heart
Another week brings another group of wonderful dogs and cats from our fine viewers. You can post yours to our Pet Pics Sweepstakes photo album at…
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Diploma delayed: OSU-Cascades Class of 2022 includes Bend 85-year-old
An 85-year-old Bend man is about to get his college diploma from OSU-Cascades. He started college in 1955 at OSU in…
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Signing Day arrives for a dozen Redmond High School athletes
A dozen athletes at Redmond High School signed letters of intent on Wednesday to play sports at the collegiate…
Continue ReadingSenator Wyden talks gun safety legislation, inflation, Ukraine and more in KTVZ visit
Senator Ron Wyden spoke live on NewsChannel 21 at Five with Lee Anderson about discussions underway regarding gun safety and mental health…
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Pollinator pathways identified, more sought in Bend
You can help bees, butterflies, hummingbirds etc. Our local pollinators need some pathways in Bend’s neighborhoods. The Deschutes Soil and Water…
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Bend Elks get a new baseball hat
Your can get one too, but supplies are extremely limited. Only 100 per team will be available for…
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No. 2-ranked Bend HS softball team’s stellar season ends in extra-innings semifinal loss to Oregon City
They went 29-2, but a stellar season for the No. 2-ranked Bend High Lava Bears softball team ended at home Tuesday afternoon, and while pitcher…
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