Pay it Forward: Central Oregon Veterans Ranch helps our vets in a variety of ways
As Veterans Day approaches, it seemed only fitting for NewsChannel 21, Dutch Bros Coffee and Mid Oregon Credit Union to award the $500 Pay it Forward…
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Out & About: Glorious skies are always a prize (as are the fine photos you share)
Our many friends keep outdoing themselves with dramatic, scenic and even glorious views across the High Desert. Thanks so much! Add yours to the mix…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Some catches multiply in fun (and tasty) ways
Sometimes, our fine friend send us photos of a group of catches and not just one – that can be fun, too! Please send yours from the Share tab at…
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Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial’s new flagpole: Extra-tall and tough
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After the recent vandalism of the flagpole at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Deschutes Memorial Gardens, various local…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Thursday, November 7th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, November 7th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Halloween Edition brings lots of costumed fun
We have some of your really sweet, cute pets to share this week, including some with fun Halloween costumes! You can see a photo album with many more…
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Junior Forecaster: Third-grader Frankie likes dancing, ‘Grease’ and our warm summer weather
NewsChannel 21 Junior Forecaster Frankie was a huge help in our weather department as she worked with Chief Meteorologist John Carroll on the…
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Decision 2024: Redmond schools cautiously optimistic about bond measure passing
As of late Wednesday, the $97.7 million Redmond school bond measure was passing by about 1,400 votes, 52-48%. With a significant number of uncounted…
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Redmond crane company helps replace vandalized Vietnam veterans memorial flagpole
Many Central Oregon businesses have donated time and materials to rebuild our Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial after its flagpole was vandalized.…
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WATCH: Central Oregon’s Top Stories Today
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In less than 90 seconds watch Central Oregon’s top stories today, Wednesday, November…
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ODOT preps for winter weather on the High Desert
ODOT in Central Oregon is gearing up for not just snow plowing but pre-treating roads with deicer when the forecasts include snow or…
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Crook County urges community to join in ‘Operation Green Light’ to salute, support veterans
Crook County is joining counterparts across the nation in Operation Green Light, lighting up buildings green and urging the community to do the same,…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Monday, November 4th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, November 4th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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Third Annual Bend Food Project Quilt sale raises funds for hungry kids
 More than 300 quilts were donated by 80 quilters for Saturday’s third annual Bend Food Project Quilt Sale. It was held at the Unitarian…
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Oregon’s studded tire season begins just as winter travel conditions return
Friday was the first day for Oregon drivers to legally use studded tires, and snow at higher elevations made it a timely…
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Pet Pals: Max is a big, fun bundle of energy
This week, Lynne Ouchida from the Humane Society of Central Oregon brings by Max, an energetic German shepherd-Rhodesian ridgeback mix – and through…
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Community Conversations: Central Oregon Symphony begins fall concert season in new venue
NewsChannel 21’s Lynsey Harris talks with Central Oregon Symphony Music Director Michael Gesme about the first concerts of the fall season, this…
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Furry Friends: Meet Ishtar, the intelligent blue-eyed beauty
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week, we have a beautiful blue-eyed girl, Ishtar! She’s around 2 years old and is believed to be a Siberian Husky mix. …
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Save the Date: First Friday events in Bend and Redmond, Central Oregon Symphony
Kelsey Merison presents three of the many fun events you can enjoy this weekend. See more or submit your own at…
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Out & About: Autumn’s fall colors just add to the High Desert’s beauty
Every season has its special nature on the High Desert, and autumn of course brings the glorious colors of the fall leaves. Whatever catches your eye…
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