Redmond Archives

Redmond’s Jericho Road acquires new shower trailer to replace inoperable one

September 29, 2021 4:32 pm KTVZ News Partners

Homeless folks in the Redmond area will soon be able to enjoy refreshing showers again. Jericho Road of Redmond has ordered a three-unit shower…

ExpressJet’s new Aha! ‘leisure brand’ to launch Redmond-Reno nonstop flights Nov. 5

September 29, 2021 1:23 pm KTVZ News Partners

ExpressJet Airlines announced Wednesday the launch of short nonstop flights between Redmond Airport and Reno-Tahoe International Airport, starting…

Redmond Police Captain Devin Lewis named city’s next police chief

September 28, 2021 9:47 pm KTVZ News Partners

The city of Redmond announced Tuesday night it has selected Redmond Police Captain Devin Lewis as the next chief of police, following a national…

Redistricting changes in Deschutes County disappoint Republican officials; challenges loom

September 28, 2021 5:54 pm KTVZ

Oregon’s new congressional and legislative district boundaries are set, having been approved in party-line votes by lawmakers, and upset Republicans…

Health care leaders, homeless service providers urge Redmond City Council to fund shelters

September 27, 2021 9:07 pm KTVZ News Partners

A coalition of 25 local organizations and 80 individuals have signed on to an open letter encouraging Redmond city councilors to allocate a portion…

Visit Central Oregon opens new visitor information desk at Redmond Airport

September 27, 2021 12:02 pm KTVZ News Partners

Visit Central Oregon, the leading authority on all things travel-related in and around Central Oregon, said Monday it is making access to regional…

C.O. Honor Flight returns to Redmond; veterans get warm ‘welcome home’ surprise

September 25, 2021 6:51 pm KTVZ

Central Oregon veterans were surprised by friends and family when they returned home from their Honor Flight to Washington, D.C., on Saturday…

Rotary Club of Redmond donates ‘grab and go’ carts for St. Charles Redmond staff

September 24, 2021 8:38 am KTVZ News Partners

The Rotary Club of Redmond recently donated to St. Charles Redmond $1,200 for four grab-and-go carts with gift baskets filled with fresh fruits and…

Split Redmond School Board refuses to fire Terrebonne teacher over mask refusal

September 22, 2021 8:00 pm KTVZ

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On a split 3-2 vote Wednesday evening, the Redmond School Board rejected Superintendent Dr. Charan Cline’s recommendation to…

Central Oregon Honor Flight cleared for first takeoff from Redmond

September 21, 2021 5:30 pm KTVZ

Finally, after waiting more than 18 months, the next Honor Flight Central Oregon is finally set to take off Wednesday bound for our nation’s…

Redmond man, 77, jailed on attempted murder, other charges in dispute that injured woman

September 20, 2021 1:25 pm KTVZ News Partners

A 77-year-old Redmond man was arrested Saturday on attempted murder, assault, menacing and other charges in an alleged domestic dispute that sent a…

Redmond police captain named police chief finalist talks of plans

September 20, 2021 6:37 pm KTVZ

Redmond police Capt. Devin Lewis, the only finalist for next police chief among nine applicants, spoke with NewsChannel 21 before Tuesday afternoon’s…

Deschutes County buys 2 Redmond buildings for $2.45 million to serve as services hub

September 20, 2021 11:09 am KTVZ

With Deschutes County’s population still growing, the need for local and reliable health services grows as…

Redmond woman makes Christmas stockings for assisted-living residents

September 19, 2021 7:29 pm KTVZ

Cheryl Garr said Sunday she hopes volunteers, other assisted living homes, and charitable organizations will join in to help expand the project and…

Hundreds gather in Redmond for ‘Freedom to Choose Rally’

September 18, 2021 8:47 pm KTVZ

Hundreds gathered in Redmond on Saturday to rally in support of those who are in jeopardy of losing their job if they don’t get the COVID-19 vaccine…

Redmond Police Captain Devin Lewis named sole police chief finalist; online reception set

September 17, 2021 1:43 pm KTVZ News Partners

Redmond Police Captain Devin Lewis has been chosen as the finalist to succeed retiring Police Chief Dave Tarbet, and a virtual community reception is…