Should metered traffic lights be added to a busy SW Bend roundabout?
(Update: adding video, KTVZ.COM Poll, comments from City of Bend engineer and city councilor) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –If you’ve traveled through the Reed…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to your questions on fireworks, transportation, housing
From transportation to housing — and the biggest topic this month, fireworks in Bend, NewsChannel 21 asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your pressing…
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Bend-La Pine Schools, Habitat for Humanity partner on affordable homes for district workers by Silver Rail Elementary
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Qualifying employees of Bend-La Pine Schools will be eligible for affordable home ownership in a planned housing development…
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Bend-La Pine School Board appoints La Pine resident, retired community college president to fill board vacancy
Ross Tomlin, a retired community college president who lives in La Pine, was appointed Tuesday night to fill a vacancy on the Bend-La Pine Schools…
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Giving back on Giving Tuesday at KIDS Center can help end child abuse
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Giving Tuesday is coming up Tuesday, December 3, and Central Oregonians have a special opportunity to give back to their…
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‘Makes me emotional’: All-school assembly honors C.O. veterans at Bend’s High Lakes Elementary
Bend’s High Lakes Elementary held an all-school assembly and recognition ceremony in their gym Tuesday in honor of Veterans…
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Bend state-county offices evacuated, area cleared due to suspicious package outside DHS; turns out to be hygiene products
Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies were dispatched around noon Tuesday to state and county offices at 1300 NW Wall Street on a report of a…
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High Desert Food and Farm Alliance receives three-year $522K USDA grant to assist new farmers and ranchers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The US Department of Agriculture has announced an investment of $23.7 million for 46 projects as part of its Beginning…
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X-Golf, indoor golf simulator and restaurant, set to open in Bend’s Old Mill District in early 2025
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — X-Golf, a world-class indoor golf simulator open to all ages, is set to open in Bend’s Old Mill District in the new year. The…
Continue ReadingOregon Dept. of Revenue’s Bend office to close Tuesday, Nov. 19 for day of staff training
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue’s Bend regional office at 951 SW Simpson Avenue will be closed on Tuesday, November 19 for…
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‘I’m just proud to be a veteran’: Dozens gather at Bend’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial for new flagpole’s rededication
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Â The Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial, recently vandalized for the second time this year, received a powerful show of support…
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‘This is my country, and I’m proud of it’: Bend Veteran’s Day Parade brings cheers, tears – and pride
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Gray skies and chilly temperatures did not keep the flag-waving, saluting crowds away for Monday’s special, 23rd annual Bend…
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Central Oregon communities’ Veterans Day parades, events honor and salute those who have served our country
Central Oregonians are joining the nation on Monday’s Veterans Day in saluting and celebrating the many veterans who have served our country and…
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Standing tall: New flagpole rededicated at Bend’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial after vandalism, community effort
The new, taller and stronger flagpole is being rededicated in a special Veterans Day ceremony at the Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Deschutes…
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Donald Trump supporters celebrate president-elect’s win with a victory lap around C. Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Election night was five days ago, when Donald Trump won and was declared the 47th president. On Sunday, Central Oregonians…
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COCC hosts 25th annual Turkey Trot fun-run/walk scholarship fundraiser and Toddler Trot
(Update: Adding video, comments from Swinn) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College held its 25th annual Turkey Trot, Saturday.…
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Mt. Bachelor announces 2024/25 partners, Play Forever grant beneficiaries
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor is thrilled to announce Play Forever grant beneficiaries for 2024/25. Play Forever is Mt. Bachelor’s commitment…
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Time to submit your questions for this month’s ‘Ask the Mayor’ segment with Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler
Our monthly Ask the Mayor segment returns next Wednesday during NewsChannel 21 at Sunrise in our 6 a.m. hour. If you have a question for Bend Mayor…
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City of Bend launches public survey on Community Climate Action Plan
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is inviting community members to participate in a survey to provide input on the update of its Community…
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Update: Bend Police investigate possible stabbing at Juniper Park, determine wound was self-inflicted
A report of a possible stabbing at Juniper Park in northeast Bend Friday morning sent a man to the hospital with minor injuries and brought out…
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