Junior Forecaster: Maddie loves the sunshine – and a nice breeze
This week’s Junior Forecaster is Maddie, who understands the changing weather patterns here in Central Oregon. Maddie is heading into sixth grade at…
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John Carroll helps us get to know our new NewsChannel 21 Meteorologist, Shannon Brady
NewsChannel 21 Chief Meteorologist John Carroll sat down recently with our new Meteorologist Shannon Brady to help us get to know her background and…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Wednesday, July 10th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 10th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday…
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Visit Bend says hotel booking stats show a less busy Fourth, but June numbers were strong
Visit Bend says Fourth of July hotel bookings indicate a slight decrease from last summer, maybe due to fires and/or the heat, but they say June was…
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NY Times bestselling author Lisa See draws big crowd in Bend to discuss her latest book, ‘Lady Tan’s Circle of Women’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – More than 400 people were at the Westside Community Center in Bend Monday night to catch New York Times bestselling author…
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Community Conversations: Kendall Auto’s Soap Box Derby has teams build, drive cars on special race course, for good causes
Lynsey Harris spoke with Jason Wilkinson of Kendall Cares about the upcoming third annual Kendall Auto Soap Box Derby. Before the event, teams build…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Monday, July 8th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, July 8th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
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La Pine Frontier Days wraps up for the Fourth of July weekend
It was the last day of the La Pine Frontier Days on Saturday. It was a full weekend of fun for the whole family — taking part in karaoke as well…
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Caught on camera: Dramatic video of small plane crashing during windy landing at Sunriver Airport; pilot unhurt
The pilot of a nearly 70-year-old small plane was uninjured when the plane tipped over and crashed on its nose during a wind-challenged landing at…
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Pet Pals: Bill is a cute and mellow kitten
Lynne brings by Bill – his partner is Ted, which is excellent – and they are part of a litter found at the Best Buy loading dock recently who have…
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Park Pick: La Pine State Park has something – make that many things – for just about everyone
Whether you’re cross-country skiing in the winter or floating down the river in the summer, La Pine State Park offers a variety of year-round…
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Council on Aging offers place for C.O. seniors to escape heat, socialize and eat
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon offers a variety of services, including a cool place where seniors can relax, socialize and have a meal during…
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The High Desert Fencing Club is open to all competitors looking for a challenge – and some fun
The High Desert Fencing Club is open to all competitors of all ages. With the Olympics just around the corner, they are excited to see fencing on the…
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Furry Friends: Maybelle is an active, independent, sweet and goofy explorer
Maybelle is a sweet, 3-year-old independent girl with a goofy side who loves to explore and has plenty to say, too! She’s waiting at Redmond’s…
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Sunrise Birthdays – Friday, July 5th
Here are NewsChannel 21’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 5th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
Continue ReadingCommunity 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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