Barney Lerten
KTVZ NewsChannel 21
Toronto, ON, Canada
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Deschutes County Jail repaired after rifle shot that landed Sunriver man in same jail as dad hours later
A 25-year-old Sunriver man allegedly fired a high-powered rifle shot into the entrance of the Deschutes County Jail Thursday night – just 10 hours after his father was arrested and jailed on charges he sent explicit messages to a 17-year-old girl seeking a job. → Read More
Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Feb. 26-March 4
Here is Deschutes County's road construction update for the week of February 26 to March 4. → Read More
Wyden, colleagues introduce legislation to cap families' child care costs
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., said Thursday he has joined colleagues to introduce new legislation that would expand access to affordable child care to every American family, offer high-quality early education to every child, and create good jobs for our early educators. → Read More
One 15-year-old arrested, second sought in assault of Bend man at Pine Nursery Park
A Bend man who witnessed several drivers in dangerous maneuvers at Bend’s Pine Nursery Park Thursday night was assaulted by one teen while restrained by another before breaking free, leading Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies to a guns-drawn traffic stop and arrest of one 15-year-old on an assault charge. A second is being sought. → Read More
New federal tax credits available for cost-cutting home energy upgrades, Energy Trust of Oregon says
Starting this year, more resources are available to help people cut their energy use and lower their energy bills. New federal tax credits are available as of Jan. 1 for energy upgrades that could make homes more energy-efficient and comfortable, Energy Trust of Oregon says. → Read More
Deschutes County commissioners give initial nod to four-floor, $44.5 million courthouse expansion
Somewhat dismayed but undeterred by the rising cost of a Deschutes County Courthouse (Justice Center) expansion, county commissioners signed off 3-0 Wednesday on initial plans for an estimated $44.5 million, four-story addition, including two floors of “shell space” to “future-proof” the court facility. → Read More
Numerous holiday events highlight upcoming calendar in Bend's Old Mill District
The holidays are back in a big way in the Old Mill District. → Read More
KTVZ Decision 2022 blog: The predicted 'red tsunami' turned out to be more of a 'red ripple,' analyst says
When you put a ban or opt-out of a state law on the ballot, sometimes it ends up being a "yes equals no" vote, and that can be darn confusing unless one reads everything closely. → Read More
Caring for Oregon's historic cemeteries before All Hallow's Eve; vandalism increases in October
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) —Acts of cemetery vandalism increase in frequency each October. As Halloween approaches, animated headlines often promote avenues to celebrate and have a little spooky fun. Unfortunately, sometimes this highlighting of perceived scary places and spaces can result in threats to and the destruction of historic cemeteries. What remains of someone’s idea of → Read More
Museum at Warm Springs kicks off annual membership drive
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Museum at Warm Springs is kicking off its 2022 Membership Drive Monday. Current Museum members are encouraged to renew their memberships at the same or at a higher level. Past members are invited to rejoin. There are several levels of annual Museum Membership, which begin at $25 for elders → Read More
Inflation pushes Oregon's maximum allowable yearly rent hike to 14.6%
The Oregon Department of Administrative Services this week published the annual maximum rent increase allowed by statute for calendar year 2023. The DAS Office of Economic Analysis has calculated the maximum percentage as 14.6%. → Read More
ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of Sept. 9-16
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of Sept. 9-16. Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and efficient transportation system for everyone. We invest in Oregon's future through roadway improvement projects. The following projects are located within Region 4; Central Oregon from The → Read More
Windigo Fire on Umpqua National Forest now 1,300 acres; Tolo Mtn. Fire 50% contained
The Windigo Fire that broke out Saturday near Windigo Pass on the Umpqua National Forest has grown quickly to 1,300 acres, officials said Sunday night as new thunderstorms sparked several new blazes around Central Oregon and hot temperatures lingered for another day. → Read More
Central Oregon jobless rates hold steady in June, near record low levels, Employment Dept. reports
Hiring in Central Oregon was largely consistent with seasonal patterns in June, the state Employment Department reported Tuesday. Unemployment rates were unchanged from May, holding at near record low levels. → Read More
City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of April 11-17
Here's the city of Bend's road and traffic report for the week of April 11-17. → Read More
Fire destroys Alfalfa barn; cause under investigation
Authorities are investigating the cause of a fire that destroyed a small barn in Alfalfa Monday morning, → Read More
ODOT Region 4 construction update: Week of Feb. 7-11
Here is the ODOT Region 4 construction update for the week of Feb. 7-11. → Read More
Bend-La Pine Schools outline upcoming key dates for families for 2022
During the coming months, families and students will have the opportunity to learn about many schools and programs throughout the district and, in some cases, to apply for specific options. The following key dates offer families information about the opportunities available to students at Bend-La Pine Schools’ 33 schools. → Read More
Redmond Kiwanis selling See's Candy for Valentine's Day
The Redmond Kiwanis will be selling limited quantities of See’s Candy for Valentine’s Day at discounted prices. → Read More
Deschutes County road construction update: Week of Jan. 31-Feb. 6
Here is Deschutes County's road construction update for the week of Jan. 31-Feb. 6. → Read More