Bend city councilors hear from first responders about the city’s public safety goal
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The “Public Safety Goal Update” was one of the highlights at the Bend City Council meeting Wednesday evening. Police Chief…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Winter fun abounds, indoors or out
Many more photos this week of happy dogs out in the winter elements. Whatever fun your pet’s been up to, feel free to submit your photo and see many…
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Community members turn out in Sunriver to express their concerns over hunting on federal land
Deschutes County Commissioner Tony DeBone led a community gathering at The Door in Sunriver Tuesday evening, to hear resident concerns about hunting…
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A childhood dream realized: 17-year-old Bend native, Sawyer Jura, achieves goal of playing for the Portland Timbers
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…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, January 16th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, January 16th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming…
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Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo announces its 2024 Rodeo Queen and Grand Marshal
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Monday evening, the Deschutes County Fair Association held their annual meeting to officially announce the crowning of the…
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Camp Fire C.O. Kids, adult volunteers make ‘Valentine’s for Veterans’ on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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.’…
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Cold couldn’t keep volunteers from counting, packing milkweed seeds on MLK Jr. Day of Service
The frigid weather didn’t keep volunteers from helping the Deschutes Land Trust by counting milkweed seeds and making packets the organization will…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, January 15th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, January 15th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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Pet Pals: Shawnie is a sweet, playful 8-year-old kitty-cat
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…
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Deschutes County officials cut the ribbon on new North County Campus in Redmond
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…
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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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