BEND, Ore. (KTVZ ) — Bend native Sawyer Jura is set to become a hometown legend, as Jan. 10 he signed a deal to become a defender for the Portland Timbers. The 17-year-old phenom is set to debut for the Timbers in 2026. Reflecting on his journey Tuesday, Jura expressed the significance of this moment, saying,
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, January 16th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Monday evening, the Deschutes County Fair Association held their annual meeting to officially announce the crowning of the 2024 Rodeo Queen and the introduction of the 2024 Grand Marshal. Rodeo queens and grand marshals are a traditional part of the Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo. The Rodeo Queen, who typically serves as an
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In a special Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service event, Camp Fire Central Oregon kids and adult helpers created lots of ‘Valentine’s for Veterans.’ A local veteran visited the event to express her appreciation.
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The frigid weather didn’t keep volunteers from helping the Deschutes Land Trust by counting milkweed seeds and making packets the organization will distribute. Milkweed is a primary food source for the caterpillars of our native Western monarch butterfly.
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, January 15th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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This week, Lynne at the Humane Society of Central Oregon introduces us to Shawnie, an 8-year-old people-lover who loves play, being petted and deserves a second chance in life.
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Deschutes County officials were on hand Friday to cut the ribbon on the new North County Campus on Kingwood Avenue in Redmond, a site bringing together various county services, from behavioral health to veterans, and a new youth drop-in center.
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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 spokeswoman about the crime and how to avoid being a victim.
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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 towering Ponderosa pine smashing to the ground and through a power line, with a bang and big shower of sparks.
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Sweet Tart is a 2-month-old mixed-breed pup waiting to meet you, one of several puppies available at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center.
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, January 12th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
Continue ReadingHello local park aficionados, This week Eric is enjoying Compass Park, one of the areas newer parks. This unique, circular 5-acre property was built by the developer of NW crossing and gifted to the Bend Parks and Recreation District and it’s the perfect place for a party!
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Bola Gbadebo has some suggestions for events to take part in. You can find more to consider and submit your own at http://events.ktvz.com.
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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 Share tab at KTVZ.COM.
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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 KTVZ.COM!
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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 of the water, its a near-tragic reminder of the danger of thin ice, and the need to stay off it.
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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 snowfall allows and volunteers pitch in to make it happen. The grooming is done by several volunteers, including some from XC Oregon. The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and Bend
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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 http://www.redcrossblood.org.
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Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, January 11th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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