La Pine Frontier Days wraps up for the Fourth of July weekend
It was the last day of the La Pine Frontier Days on Saturday. It was a full weekend of fun for the whole family  — taking part in karaoke as well…
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Caught on camera: Dramatic video of small plane crashing during windy landing at Sunriver Airport; pilot unhurt
The pilot of a nearly 70-year-old small plane was uninjured when the plane tipped over and crashed on its nose during a wind-challenged landing at…
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Pet Pals: Bill is a cute and mellow kitten
Lynne brings by Bill – his partner is Ted, which is excellent – and they are part of a litter found at the Best Buy loading dock recently who have…
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Park Pick: La Pine State Park has something – make that many things – for just about everyone
Whether you’re cross-country skiing in the winter or floating down the river in the summer, La Pine State Park offers a variety of year-round…
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Council on Aging offers place for C.O. seniors to escape heat, socialize and eat
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon offers a variety of services, including a cool place where seniors can relax, socialize and have a meal during…
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The High Desert Fencing Club is open to all competitors looking for a challenge – and some fun
The High Desert Fencing Club is open to all competitors of all ages. With the Olympics just around the corner, they are excited to see fencing on the…
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Furry Friends: Maybelle is an active, independent, sweet and goofy explorer
Maybelle is a sweet, 3-year-old independent girl with a goofy side who loves to explore and has plenty to say, too! She’s waiting at Redmond’s…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, July 5th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 5th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
Continue ReadingCommunity Conversations: Visit Bend talks about how tourism gives back
Lynsey Harris is joined by Visit Bend’s new CEO, Jeff Knapp, to discuss the benefits of local tourism through various programs and…
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Fourth of July fireworks show from atop Pilot Butte sends up colorful display over Bend
Here are some highlights of Thursday night’s Fourth of July fireworks show from the summit of Bend’s Pilot…
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Save the Date: Here’s a few ways to make your holiday weekend even more special
Whether visiting or a Central Oregon resident, Jillian Fortner has some ideas for fun ways to spend the Fourth of July weekend. Find many more and…
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Out & About: Just look up, down and all around for High Desert’s special sights
Another fine collection of photos from our friends around the High Desert. You can join in from the Share tab at KTVZ.COM…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Summer settles in, and the catches are plentiful
July is here, and it’s as clear as a fine river, lake or reservoir that many Central Oregonians are enjoying their time to go fishing. You can share…
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The Bethlehem Inn seeks summer donations as heat wave settles in
Winter brings many donations for homeless shelters, but the needs can be just as great when hot summer temperatures arrive, the Bethlehem Inn’s Gwenn…
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A century in, Bend’s Fourth of July Pet Parade is as fun a tradition as ever
The Bend Pet Parade has been happening on the Fourth for a century now, and it’s become as much a fun, favorite tradition as any holiday event you…
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Show Us Your Garden: A popular summer feature is back
Each Thursday this summer, we’ll be showing photos of Central Oregonians’ pretty flower and vegetable gardens. Each participant is entered to win…
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Redmond’s annual Fourth of July Parade full of Red, White and Blue fun
Vintage cars, floats, horses – and the chance for a fist-bump with Uncle Sam, all were part of Redmond’s traditional Fourth of July Parade on…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Thursday, June 4th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, July 4th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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Think Wild: Get cozy in the Beaver Den to discuss all things beavers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Each month, Think Wild, a Bend nonprofit whose mission is to rescue and rehabilitate injured, orphaned wildlife, hosts a…
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Extreme heat will test C.O. air conditioners, and the people who keep them running
Central Oregon Heating and Cooling is among businesses staffing and stocking up for the calls that come when air conditioners are put to the test by…
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