Big Ol’ Fish: Yes, they’re large, and beautiful
Many great catches this week. They might not all be from Central Oregon…..but…..beautiful…
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American Legion’s national commander pays visit to Central Oregon
James “Bill” Oxford, national commander of the nearly 2 million member American Legion, paid a visit to the Bend Heroes Memorial on Wednesday as well…
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Pay It Forward: Bethlehem Inn volunteer and board member wins
Howard Friedman plans to pay the $500 forward to the new Redmond…
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Bend Park and Rec takes heat precautions
Staff and children in the Bend Park and Rec youth programs have cut back on strenuous activity and are now taking water breaks every 30 to 45…
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Bend makes changes to downtown parking
Two zones for parking start…
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Oregon mask mandate set to end, but there are exceptions
Oregon is lifting its masks and social distancing mandate as of Wednesday, but federal rules still require them in places like Redmond…
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Two legislative leaders recap 2021 legislative session
Oregon House Majority Leader Barbara Smith Warner and Senate Majority Leader Rob Wagner spoke with reporters Tuesday about accomplishments of the…
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Oregon lawmakers OK 2 more Deschutes County judges
After years of trying to make the case, Deschutes County won legislative approval of two more Circuit Court judges, for a total of nine, which DA…
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High temperatures posing risk to vehicles
High temperatures can lead to vehicle engine overheating and potential damage if cooling systems are not working…
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Assistance League of Bend begins free book giveaway for kids
The Assistance League of Bend, a 21 Cares for Kids partner, began giving away 1,200 free books to area youngsters on Monday. More information:…
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Bend soccer club raises funds to provide heat wave survival supplies to homeless
A Bend soccer club, FC Cascade, raised more than $400 to buy donations of key survival supplies for the homeless amid an extreme heat…
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State allows more self-serve gas amid heat wave; Bend gas station manager pleased
A Bend gas station manager, like many facing a hiring challenge, is glad the state is allowing broader self-service gas, if only during the heat…
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Some Bend restaurants report business on the upswing, despite heat wave
Some Bend restaurants, buffeted by over a year of COVID-19 impacts that are now easing, are reporting doing well, with business up despite the high…
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Wyden talks about wildfire concerns
Senator Ron Wyden told reporters online Saturday he has been working to make sure federal, state and local agencies have the resources they need to…
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‘Young Eagles’ program gives youth a chance to fly
Young people got a chance to take a flight, learn about being a pilot and even take the controls during a ‘Young Eagles’ program Saturday at…
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Prineville enjoys Crooked River Roundup Parade
Floats, plenty of horses, rodeo royalty and free candy made for lots of fun Saturday at the 75th annual Crooked River Roundup Rodeo…
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Crowd lines up in Bend’s Old Mill for $20 concert tickets
Despite the heat, there was a long line at the Old Mill Ticket Mill on Saturday for a special set of $20 tickets for 20 concerts at the Les Schwab…
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The Big Playback 6/25: Other scores, top plays
It’s the last time to show your local athletes some love! Go vote for your favorite top play right now on KTVZ.com/sports. You’ll find the poll on…
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The Big Playback 6/25: Bend-La Pine, Mtn. View, Ridgeview, Crook County-Redmond
For the final week of the high school basketball regular season, NewsChannel 21’s Max Goldwasser brings you a jam-packed episode featuring four games…
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Pet Pals: HSCO has a guinea pig-palooza!
A dozen guinea pigs are spending some time at the Humane Society of Central Oregon in Bend, waiting for new homes. Most are bonded pairs, along with…
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