5 Myths (And 5 Facts) About COVID-19
There are lots of rumors and myths surrounding talk about the coronavirus. Let’s clear the clutter by dispelling some myths and focus on facts to…
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Top FREE resources for those new to remote working
The myth of office productivity has been proven false in the face of the COVID-19 crisis in the United…
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Madras shelter’s office cat taken
Someone took the office cat, ‘Smudge,’ from the Three Rivers Humane Society in Madras early Saturday. More information at their Facebook page:…
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It’s spring, and OSU’s chicks are hatching. Watch it live
The chicks are back. For the sixth year, the world can watch eggs hatch this week, via the streaming video OSU…
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Bend hotel managers ‘disappointed’ by city’s new travel order
The city of Bend issued an executive order this week, discouraging tourists from visiting and any non-essential travel in town. As NewsChannel 21…
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Pet Pals: Little Girl needs a new, loving home
Five-year-old Little Girl’s previous owner passed away, so she is waiting at the Humane Society of Central Oregon and could really use a new, loving…
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HSCO warns: Animal abandonment is a crime
After a cat was left outside the Humane Society of Central Oregon shelter and caught on surveillance camera, the organization warns that animal…
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Tower Theatre updates cancellations, postponements
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The nonprofit Tower Theatre Foundation, which owns and operates the stage in downtown Bend, is following Oregon Governor…
Continue ReadingOregon tax filing, payment deadline delayed to July 15
At the direction of Gov. Kate Brown, the Oregon Department of Revenue announced Wednesday a 90-day extension for state tax filing and payment…
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Pet Pals: Scout is a super dog
In this special “social distancing” edition of Pet Pals, Scout is a pretty, playful pup in need of a good…
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BrightSide Animal Center, Thrift Store close
The BrightSide Animal Center shelter and Thrift Store in Redmond closed to the public Friday, to limit exposure to the COVID-19…
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COVID-19 concerns bring drop in CET transit ridership
Like many facets of everyday life in Central Oregon, public transportation is taking a hit as concerns about COVID-19 continue to…
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Many Bend Old Mill District stores close; travelers battle flight delays, cancellations
Many stores in Bend’s Old Mill District have closed their doors temporarily, but there are a few stores that remain open, continuing to serve…
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Bend vet clinic offers virtual exams for pets
Alpine Veterinary Clinic in Bend is offering “televet” exams as a result of the coronavirus limiting people’s ability to bring their pets in…
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C.O. COVID-19 impacts: Monday event, program cancellation, notices
Here is Monday’s running list of event or program cancellations or notices. Feel free to send your group’s to stories@ktvz.com. — High Desert…
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Pet Pals: Speck is one spunky fellow
There’s nothing to be scared of on this Friday the 13th with spunky little…
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Furry Friends: Oliver is loving and playful
At six months old, Oliver has all the young-kitty energy you’d come to expect. This sweet boy is waiting for a new, loving home at Redmond’s…
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Youth Choir of Central Oregon turns 30 in a time of change
For 30 years, the Youth Choir of Central Oregon has been changing the lives of young people through music. And this milestone brings a big change at…
Continue Reading Special report: Youth Choir of C. Oregon turns 30 amid big change
For three decades, the Youth Choir of Central Oregon has been changing the lives of young people through music. And now, it faces a big change of its…
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2 dogs rescued from Metolius house fire, given oxygen
A Metolius woman escaped unhurt when a fire damaged her home Monday afternoon, but two dogs needed a bit of oxygen after firefighters rescued them…
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