Mt. Bachelor pass-holders want change to new parking reservation system
They’ve begun a petition to have the resort make some changes and have hundreds of…
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Oregon food workers call for more COVID-19 front-line testing
A union representing 30,000 Oregon commercial food workers want all front-line employees to get…
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Shepherd’s House needs Thanksgiving food donations
The Shepherd’s House in Bend is putting Thanksgiving food boxes together for those in need. The nonprofit is in need of small turkeys, boxed…
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Central Oregonians offer reaction to statewide ‘freeze’
Wednesday marked the first day of the two-week statewide ‘freeze.’ NewsChannel 21 caught up some members of the public to get their thoughts on how…
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ODOT says prepare for wintry conditions on Century Drive
Take food, water and have a full tank in case you get…
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Former CET bus driver pleads not guilty to assault
Michael Brinster is accused of putting a passenger in a chokehold. His trial is scheduled for next…
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Sisters, C.O.’s growth pace-setter, is trying to do it right
The mayor of Sisters says Central Oregon’s fastest-growing city is trying to retain its small-town feel however it…
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WinCo Foods hiring for new Bend location
WinCo Foods is hiring for produce, deli clerk, and freight stocker positions at its new Bend location, the former Shopko site. The store is scheduled…
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River Pig Saloon in Bend temporarily closes
The River Pig Saloon in Bend will close its doors starting Wednesday during the two-week freeze. The restaurant says their operational costs are too…
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Four new homes for the homeless at DAWNS House in Bend
There are four new emergency housing units for the homeless at DAWNS House in Bend. Families in need can stay in the units for up to 90 days while…
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Surprise Old Mill District fireworks upsets many
When the Old Mill District put on a privately sponsored, dazzling fireworks display Monday evening, to lift spirits, they didn’t give advance…
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Bend retailers want you to know they’re open for business
Two-week “freeze” stating Wednesday does not affect…
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One Class at a Time: Prineville art teacher Katie Kraus
Katie Kraus, an art teacher at Steins Pillar Elementary School in Prineville, is keeping kids interested during the pandemic, and she’s this month’s…
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Assistance League of Bend handing out gloves, hats to kids
The Assistance League of Bend, a 21 Cares for Kids partner, has shifted its Operation School Bell program to provide clothing to children in need has…
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Drone delivery system maker expanding to Bend
Volansi, which makes long-distance drone delivery systems, just announced it is opening a Bend…
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‘Scouting For Food’ helps feed those in need this holiday season
Scouts in Central Oregon took part in the annual Scouting for Food event Saturday. Organizers spoke Sunday to NewsChannel 21 about the generosity…
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Local church sets up temporary warming shelter
A church in Bend has stepped up to house those facing homelessness in Central Oregon as a winter warming shelter gets set to open soon. Officials…
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Crook County holds drive-thru flu shot clinic
With COVID-19 numbers surging, officials say getting a flu shot is more important than ever, to keep hospitals from being overwhelmed. The Crook…
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Sunriver has first significant snowfall of the season
The resort community was blanketed with about six new inches of snow Saturday…
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Fill Your Pantry event in Redmond goes outdoors this year
The fifth annual farmers’ market-like event went on Saturday at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond, with some changes due to the…
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