C.O. leaders get COVID-19 update from health officials
The mayors of Bend and Redmond and a Deschutes County commissioner got an update Thursday on the impacts of COVID-19 the region is…
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C.O. irrigation modernization projects break ground
Several irrigation modernization projects in Oregon are breaking ground, including three in Central Oregon. Senator Jeff Merkley was a key player in…
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Toys for Tots gets a huge donation
A former Toys for Tots recipient is giving back with 50K in donated…
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Bend firefighters and dogs team up for charity
Their calendar sales support a national stray dog rescue…
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Bend Fire & Rescue warns of holiday fire hazards, offers reminders
It’s a season of Christmas trees and lights, and joy — and unfortunately, also of fire hazards that Bend Fire & Rescue want you to keep in…
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Tower Theatre fundraises on ‘Giving Tuesday’
The Tower Theatre has a goal of raising $20,000 on ‘Giving Tuesday’ 2020. Donations can be made on their website. The nonprofit has lost around…
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Mental health resources are available in Central Oregon
Mental health-related anxiety and depression are often on the rise at this time of year — and this year brings added challenges. Counseling…
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Nordic ski equipment is scarce this year
Newcomers to winter sports have bought it…
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KIDS Center changes for ‘Giving Tuesday’ in 2020
Gift cards are now the way to…
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Small Business Saturday is a hit for some in Bend
In fact, one downtown Bend business broke a…
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‘Buy A Tree, Change A Life’ Lot Opens
At the Father’s House Church in Bend, a Christmas tree lot aimed to raise money for children has opened. Organizers say it’s off to a busy…
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C.O. Brewers celebrate ‘Small Brewery Sunday’
This is the second year in a row that breweries across America are celebrating Small Brewery Sunday. NewsChannel 21 caught up with one brewery to see…
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On ‘Artists Sunday,’ purchasing C.O. art for holiday gifts is the message
Across America on “Artists Sunday,” those looking to buy holiday gifts are encouraged to buy local art. The Oregon Arts Commission explained to…
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Downtown Bend celebrates ‘Small Business Saturday’
The two-week freeze didn’t stop people from coming to downtown Bend on Saturday to help support the city’s local…
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Send letters to Santa at the Old Mill
While Santa isn’t taking any requests in person this year, the Old Mill is inviting children to send him a letter this year. Two special mailboxes…
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Christmas tree season kicks off in C.O.
The Thanksgiving weekend marks the beginning of Christmas tree-buying season. Several lots have taken over parking lots around Central…
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Central Oregonians hit the slopes as Hoodoo opens for season
Hoodoo became the first of Central Oregon’s ski resorts to open on Saturday. This weekend is just for pass-holders and many new protocols are in…
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Pet Pals: Mia is one pretty kitty
This week, we introduce you to Mia, a 1 1/2-year-old cat waiting — again — for a new home at the Humane Society of Central…
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Downtown Bend merchants have high hopes for Small Business Saturday
We talked with Outside In owner Angela Salido on the eve of Small Business Saturday about the special role the event can play for downtown Bend…
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The Bend Christmas Tree is officially lit
NewsChannel 21’s Bob Shaw joins Bend Mayor Sally Russell and none other than Santa Claus himself to light the official city of Bend Christmas…
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