Community Conversations: Visit Bend talks about how tourism gives back
Lynsey Harris is joined by Visit Bend’s new CEO, Jeff Knapp, to discuss the benefits of local tourism through various programs and…
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Fourth of July fireworks show from atop Pilot Butte sends up colorful display over Bend
Here are some highlights of Thursday night’s Fourth of July fireworks show from the summit of Bend’s Pilot…
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Save the Date: Here’s a few ways to make your holiday weekend even more special
Whether visiting or a Central Oregon resident, Jillian Fortner has some ideas for fun ways to spend the Fourth of July weekend. Find many more and…
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Out & About: Just look up, down and all around for High Desert’s special sights
Another fine collection of photos from our friends around the High Desert. You can join in from the Share tab at KTVZ.COM…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Summer settles in, and the catches are plentiful
July is here, and it’s as clear as a fine river, lake or reservoir that many Central Oregonians are enjoying their time to go fishing. You can share…
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The Bethlehem Inn seeks summer donations as heat wave settles in
Winter brings many donations for homeless shelters, but the needs can be just as great when hot summer temperatures arrive, the Bethlehem Inn’s Gwenn…
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A century in, Bend’s Fourth of July Pet Parade is as fun a tradition as ever
The Bend Pet Parade has been happening on the Fourth for a century now, and it’s become as much a fun, favorite tradition as any holiday event you…
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Show Us Your Garden: A popular summer feature is back
Each Thursday this summer, we’ll be showing photos of Central Oregonians’ pretty flower and vegetable gardens. Each participant is entered to win…
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Redmond’s annual Fourth of July Parade full of Red, White and Blue fun
Vintage cars, floats, horses – and the chance for a fist-bump with Uncle Sam, all were part of Redmond’s traditional Fourth of July Parade on…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Thursday, June 4th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, July 4th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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Think Wild: Get cozy in the Beaver Den to discuss all things beavers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Each month, Think Wild, a Bend nonprofit whose mission is to rescue and rehabilitate injured, orphaned wildlife, hosts a…
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Extreme heat will test C.O. air conditioners, and the people who keep them running
Central Oregon Heating and Cooling is among businesses staffing and stocking up for the calls that come when air conditioners are put to the test by…
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Pet Pics: Summer a fun time, indoors or out
Our dogs and cats can make life more enjoyable some days – bearable others. You can share your lovable pet with everybody and see many more fun…
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Junior Forecaster: Fifth-grader Greyson is looking forward to fun summer
Greyson is heading into the fifth-grade at Miller Elementary School and is looking forward to the summer. He enjoys playing with his sister both…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Wednesday, July 3rd
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 3rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office shifts marine enforcement toward non-motorized watercraft
Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is changing their boating enforcement from motorized boats to increasingly popular paddleboards and…
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Redmond auto detailer honored to again be on the detailing team for the original Air Force One at Seattle museum
Shane Mayfield, the owner of Redmond’s Perfection Plus Auto Salon, says he’s honored to once again be part of the detailing team that keeps the…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Monday, July 1st
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, July 1st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
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Mama duck hatches ducklings in Bend backyard, leaves and returns with goose ‘nanny’ in tow
NewsChannel 21 viewer Sheila Munson of Bend shared an adorable video of a mama duck and her newly hatched ducklings returning to stroll across her…
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Overland Expo Pacific NW draws thousands of outdoor enthusiasts to the Fairgrounds in Redmond
Camping gear, adventure vehicles and outdoor accessories of all kids brought about 16,000 people to the Deschutes County Fairgrounds for this…
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