Crooked River Ranch Board Meeting Monday; Pool Rentals Available for Private Events

From June 23–28, tribal members of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs marked the 171st anniversary of the Treaty of 1855 with rodeo, barbecue, powwow competitions, and community gatherings — a celebration of culture, sovereignty, and resilience.

Declining enrollment is forcing the Jefferson County School District to reduce about 18 positions and cut $2 million from its 2026–27 budget. No one is being laid off, but programs like Career and Technical Education at the middle school level are being scaled back.

The Jefferson County Fair & Rodeo is back at the Madras Event Complex this month, running July 21–25. Fair organizers have confirmed there will be no carnival this year, but the rodeo, livestock shows, and community exhibits remain at the heart of the event.

The Madras Community Food Pantry's annual Great Madras Community Dine-Out hit its $9,000 goal, with restaurants from Madras, Culver, Metolius, and Terrebonne all participating. Organizers say they may exceed the goal as late donations continue to come in.

A nearly 20% decline in homelessness across Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook counties — including the Warm Springs Reservation — marks a significant reversal after years of steady increases. About 1,700 people were counted experiencing homelessness across the tri-county region in January 2026.