Bend Chamber announces Leadership Bend Class of 2025
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Selections have been made for the Leadership Bend Class of 2025, a non-profit civic engagement and leadership development…
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104th Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo wraps up five days of summer fun
After five days of funnel cakes and conquering your fear of heights, the 104th Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo was wrapping up its final day…
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Oregon Parks and Rec Department seeks public comment on proposed day use perking permit rate increases
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public comment on a proposed rule change that increases day use parking…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, August 2nd
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 2nd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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The Salvation Army partners with Fred Meyer for annual school supplies drive
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Salvation Army has partnered with Fred Meyer for its annual school supplies drive. Throughout the month of August,…
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DCSO’s emergency messaging system returns for Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Deschutes County Fair and Expo are again offering emergency messaging to…
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Bend Park and Rec’s fall recreation program registration opens next week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District is opening registration for fall recreation programs and winter sports leagues on Monday…
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City of Madras launches new e-permitting application system
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras is excited to announce the launch of our new online e-permit submission system! This platform allows…
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City of Bend seeks applicants to fill five vacant positions on Human Rights and Equity Commission
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is seeking applicants to fill five vacant four-year and partial-term positions on the Bend Human Rights and…
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Smokey Bear is about to turn 80 – and Discover Your Forest, Deschutes National Forest invite you to his birthday party
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Discover Your Forest and Deschutes National Forest are throwing Smokey Bear a birthday party on Friday, August 9, from 11:00…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Wednesday, July 31st
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 31st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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KPOV High Desert Community Radio hires Linda Orcelletto as executive director to guide station
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KPOV 88.9 FM High Desert Community Radio is pleased to announce Linda Orcelletto as its new executive director. Orcelletto…
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Deschutes County encourages residents to review, comment on draft wildfire hazard map
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is encouraging residents to review and comment on a draft version of the statewide wildfire hazard map, which…
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Family Access Network receives $15,000 grant from Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation
 BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network has received a $15,000 grant from the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation to provide children and…
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Forest Service Road 370 reopens, providing access to Broken Top, Crater Ditch trailheads
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –The Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District on the Deschutes National Forest is unlocking the gate at Todd Lake Tuesday to open Forest…
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Bend Park & Rec lifeguards earn five-star quality rating achievement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District’s aquatics team has achieved a top rating for the quality of its lifeguarding staff at…
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Bend Venture Conference returns in October; EDCO adds ‘Early Bird’ registration discount
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Economic Development for Central Oregon will once again host the annual Bend Venture Conference on Thursday, October 17th -…
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The 2024 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is at hand: Here’s a look what’s on tap
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is back, promising an unforgettable experience filled with top-tier entertainment,…
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Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo offering sneak peek of drone show in downtown Bend, Old Mill District
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is thrilled to announce the return of our spectacular pre-fair drone show in the Old…
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Bend Police Dept. moves National Night Out event to Bear Creek Elementary; Redmond PD also outlines Aug. 6 plans
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bend Police Department will host its National Night Out at Bear Creek Elementary School from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday,…
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