Bend-La Pine Schools hires Dan Emerson as new chief financial officer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools announced Wednesday it has hired Dan Emerson as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective July 1. Emerson…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office, Prineville Police report results of ‘seat belt blitz’ safety enforcement effort
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — From Monday, May 20, through Sunday, June 2, the Crook County Sheriff’s Office and the Prineville Police Department…
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Leadership Bend Class of 2024 tackles big issues through impact projects
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Each year, the current cohort of Leadership Bend, a program of the Bend Chamber, works on a class capstone project as a means…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Wednesday, June 5th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, June 5th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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Bend Heroes Foundation to mark 80th anniversary of D-Day at Bend Heroes Memorial
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Thursday marks the 80th anniversary of D–Day, when American and allied forces attacked the Germans with the seaborne and…
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Deschutes County honors winners of 2024 Health Heroes Awards
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Public Health Advisory Board recognized the winners of the 2024 Health Heroes Awards on Tuesday at Pioneer…
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‘Really meets community needs’: Rotary Club of Greater Bend awards $100,000 to nonprofit co-op for child care expansion
Dozens of new child care spots will be added in Bend, as the Rotary Club of Greater Bend has awarded $100,000 to the nonprofit ReVillage Community…
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Redmond Senior Center, Partners in Care offer three-part Brain Health Awareness Month talks
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond Senior Center is partnering with the leading Central Oregon hospice, home health, and palliative care provider…
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Deschutes County clerk invites middle and high school students to enter 2024 ‘I Voted’ Sticker Contest
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Clerk’s Office invites local middle and high school students to enter the 2024 “I Voted” Sticker…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Tuesday, June 4th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, June 4th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
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NeighborImpact HomeSource holding first-time homebuyer lender panel to celebrate NeighborWorks Week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In celebration of NeighborWorks Week, NeighborImpact HomeSource, a leading provider of housing and financial counseling services…
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Bend Park & Rec District seeks teen volunteers for summer youth recreation programs
The Bend Park and Recreation District says it has several opportunities for teens to volunteer with youth recreation programs this…
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City of Bend plans June 10th Public Safety Open House and Neighborhood Roundtable
(Update: More details) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members are invited to join the City of Bend for a unique engagement opportunity on Monday,…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Monday, June 3rd
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, June 3rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
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It’s National Dog Bite Awareness Week: Oregon ranks 29th in U.S. for dog attacks on mail carriers
Oregon is 29th in the nation for dog bite attacks against postal employees last year, with a total of 57 reported incidents statewide. That’s an…
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American Red Cross issues urgent plea for blood, platelet donors amid drop in donations
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The American Red Cross critically needs blood and platelet donors now following a concerning decrease in donations as the…
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Roobeez Family Farm Expo showcases and celebrates local farms at the Redmond Fairgrounds
(Update: Adding video, comments from organizer) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At the Deschutes County Fairgrounds, it was the Roobeez Family Farm Expo on…
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La Pine’s St. Vincent de Paul launches new food program
St. Vincent de Paul La Pine just launched a new hot meal and food box delivery program for area residents in need, funded by grants and donations,…
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High Desert Food and Farm Alliance opens High Desert Food Trail business applications for 2024-25
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Food Trail was created by High Desert Food and Farm Alliance in collaboration with Travel Oregon and Visit…
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OSU-Cascades to honor High Desert Museum leader with special recognition at June 16 commencement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University – Cascades will honor Dana Whitelaw, executive director of the High Desert Museum, during its 23rd…
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