NewsChannel 21 is proud to unveil its new state-of-the-art studio to our Central Oregon viewers.

After months of design, planning and construction, the entirely rebuilt news set, and weather center represent the first major upgrade in 15 years. The ambitious project brings the latest technology to the space for delivering the High Desert’s news to the community with impressive visual impact.

The studio’s new-look debuted live on air Monday, November 20th for the NewsChannel 21 FOX at 4 pm newscast.

Features include a ​13-foot screen to display images related to news content or stunning scenic images of Central Oregon. An additional ​9-foot wall of monitors will serve as a reporter presentation area, providing the opportunity to showcase related video.

The upgraded, cutting-edge weather center features its own impressive set of monitors for delivering the most accurate, understandable, and visually complete forecasts.

The set includes wood accents and an earthy color palette, as a nod to Central Oregon’s vibrant outdoors.

Veteran evening news anchor Lee Anderson says: “In my more than two decades at KTVZ, I have never seen this type of transformation to the studio space. Our ability to deliver comprehensive local news, sports and weather across multiple newscasts will only be enhanced by the new surroundings.”

News Director Cathy Marshall says: “This new set provides the perfect backdrop for continuing our commitment to the community as the market’s news leader.”