You could help update the framework for regulating the cannabis industry
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you interested in helping the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission to draft rules and policies? The OLCC is looking to…
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Discover Your Forest, Deschutes National Forest seek applicants for Young Women’s Natural Resources Career Day Camp
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Discover Your Forest and the Deschutes National Forest are seeking applicants for a Young Women’s Natural Resources Career…
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Deschutes County reminds property owners to pay taxes by May 15
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County said Monday it wants to remind property owners who elected to pay their 2023-2024 property taxes in three…
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Camp Fire Central Oregon expands affordable rural summer camp opportunities thanks to grants, partnerships
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – With summer camp season just around the corner, Camp Fire Central Oregon is working busily behind the scenes to make camp…
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Dutch Bros to hold annual ‘Drink One for Dane’ giveback to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Help Dutch Bros support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and their mission to end ALS! For every drink sold…
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Northern lights a lesser show Saturday night, but aurora’s earlier, colorful display was a dazzler across High Desert
Thank you for all the many wonderful photos of your views of our rare display of the aurora borealis. The Share tab is where you can send…
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SELCO Credit Union awards $77,500 in college scholarships to 21 students, including five from Central Oregon
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union’s annual scholarship program received a record number of applications in 2024 after…
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Community Conversations: Mindful Bend attracts local support for African children in need
This week in Community Conversations, Lynsey Harris speaks with Sierra Lavelle, the founder of Mindful Bend, a nonprofit that provides support for…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Monday, May 13th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, May 13th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
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Not’Cho Grandma’s Bingo draws big, lively Mother’s Day crowd at Bend’s Silver Moon Brewing
(Update: Adding video, comments from faculty) Raises more than $10,000 for Cascade School of Music instruments BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of…
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Registration open for inaugural Oregon Native Trout Challenge
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Anglers, grab your favorite fishing rig and a map, as registration is now open for the inaugural Oregon Native Trout…
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Oregon National Guard program offers students paid opportunities to earn HS credit, learn career skills
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) –Â High school students in Oregon will have a paid opportunity to learn professional technical training while earning high school…
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Oregon consumer advocates come up with colorful, entertaining way to educate used-car buyers
By Suzanne Potter, Oregon News Service PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Buying a used car can be a risky proposition, but a new consumer guide – in the form…
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May is Wildfire Awareness Month: Oregon State Fire Marshal urges creating defensible space around your home
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and the Oregon State Fire Marshal is encouraging all Oregonians to get prepared for the…
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Is the water calling? Warm air, cold water means be ready, state Marine Board advises
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — May is the unofficial kickoff of the boating season, compelling many people to visit Oregon’s waterways to cool off. The…
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‘It’s amazing to be here’: Bend’s inaugural C.O. Taco Fest welcomes the community to experience Latin culture
At Bend’s Old Mill District, it was all about tacos and Latin culture on Saturday. The inaugural Central Oregon Taco Fest offered many food and other…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office, Prineville Police join in nationwide ‘Click It or Ticket’ seat belt enforcement effort
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office and the Prineville Police Department as well as agencies throughout Oregon are urging…
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Every Child Central Oregon sees growing need for foster parents as children await stable homes
According to the Oregon Department of Human Services, here in Central Oregon, there are 173 resource families, otherwise known as foster families,…
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KIDS Center’s Healing Hearts event inspired hundreds to help end child abuse
More than 600 people made a difference at KIDS Center’s Healing Hearts event, held Tuesday, April 2 at Riverhouse on the Deschutes. This annual event…
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City of Bend offering financial support to organizers of Welcoming Week events
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Each year, the City of Bend joins and supports numerous community partners in celebrating Welcoming Week, a series of…
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