SW Bend residents on the lookout after attempt to siphon gas; police weigh in
A southwest Bend resident’s Facebook post includes images of a man who tried to siphon gas from their vehicles. We talked with a Bend police…
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Caught on camera: Sisters homeowner watches as tall pine tree falls, tears out sparking power lines
Steve Allely was taking a video of the windy snowstorm outside his Sisters home Thursday evening when he heard a huge crack, turned and caught a…
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Furry Friends: Sweet Tart is a sweetheart of a pup
Sweet Tart is a 2-month-old mixed-breed pup waiting to meet you, one of several puppies available at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, January 12th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, January 12th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
Continue ReadingWeekly Park Pick: A unique circular property — Compass Park
Hello local park aficionados, This week Eric is enjoying Compass Park, one of the areas newer parks. This unique, circular 5-acre…
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Save the Date: Snowshoe tours at Mt. Bachelor, and more events
Bola Gbadebo has some suggestions for events to take part in. You can find more to consider and submit your own at…
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Out & About: Nature’s drama just adds to the beauty you’ve shared from across the High Desert
Nature, wildlife, pets, people – the snowy weather has brought us many special views for this week’s Out & About. Please send us yours from the…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Fishing can be a ‘big ol’ bunch’ of fun
Whether you catch one fish or a “big ol’ bunch,” it’s a pastime many enjoy. Share your Big Ol’ Fish catches with us from the Share tab at…
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Dog falls through ice at Big Sky pond, a reminder of the dangers of thin ice – and to stay off it
A dog fell through the ice in the pond at Pine Nursery Park Wednesday afternoon. Bend Fire was called, and while the dog was able to pull itself out…
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Bend’s Skyline Sports Complex: An accessible, cheap way to cross-country ski, thanks to volunteers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)- At Skyline Sports Complex on Bend’s Westside, there is a groomed trail for people looking to cross country ski in town, when…
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Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage, sees fewest donors in 20 years; more donors urgently needed
The American Red Cross has declared a blood emergency, with the fewest donors in 20 years, so new and returning donors are needed urgently. Visit…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, January 11th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, January 11th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming…
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Bend Fire & Rescue says during winter weather, calls increase reporting slips, falls and car accidents
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The rain, snow and heavy winds hit all at once, leaving spots like Mt. Bachelor dealing with 100 mph winds. Bend Fire &…
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Drone flight offers a special aerial view of a snowy Bend
Mike Albright provided us this drone flight over Bend in the blue skies that followed several inches of snow before daybreak…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: There’s snow denying — we love our pets
We didn’t just get weather-related photos for this week’s Pet Pics Sweepstakes, of course, but several of them showed that many of them love what…
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OUT Central Oregon announces lineup for sixth annual Winter PrideFest
OUT Central Oregon has announced the lineup for the sixth annual Central Oregon Winter PrideFest, March 7-10, and a special, well-known guest…
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New year, new fitness goals: Bend gym owner offers some advice
The owner of Bend’s Xcel Fitness had some advice Wednesday for the many trying to get fitter in the new year – “be realistic with yourself” and the…
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Powder dump: Mt. Bachelor makes up for lost time with 5 feet of snow in past week
It’s a challenge Mt. Bachelor is glad to be facing: Blizzard conditions from a whopping 5-foot snow dump in a week – and there’s more on the…
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Ask the Mayor: Melanie Kebler talks about 2023 accomplishments, ’24 goals, water supply and tree regulations
During an online Zoom interview due to weather concerns, Mayor Melanie Kebler talked about the city’s 2023 accomplishments and 2024 goals, as well as…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, January 10th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, January 10th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming…
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