Jefferson County
Jefferson County Irrigation Season Winds Down October 9 After Drought-Strained Year
The North Unit Irrigation District will shut off water deliveries on October 9, closing out a difficult 2026 season that saw reduced allotments, a significant Wikiup Reservoir drawdown, and persistent drought conditions across Jefferson County farmland.
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Warm Springs Enterprises Host Seekseequa District Meeting; Community Programs Expand
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Enterprises presented revenue projections to members at a Seekseequa District gathering Thursday, while community health programs reported growth and Vital Statistics works through a backlog of reissued checks.
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COCC Faculty Vote 96% to Authorize Strike — Madras Campus Students on Alert
Central Oregon Community College faculty have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike over a pay gap they say runs nearly $28,000 below comparable Oregon community colleges — a walkout in early October could affect students at all campuses, including Madras.
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Jefferson County Residential Burn Season Reopens October 1
Fire danger has dropped across Central Oregon, and Jefferson County residents will be able to resume residential burning starting Wednesday, October 1 — but free burn permits are required and safety rules apply.
Sports
White Buffalos Football Looks to Regroup After 0-2 Start, Road Trip to Klamath Falls on Deck
The Madras High School White Buffalos are 0-2 on the young football season after dropping road games at Douglas and Winston. The team heads to Klamath Union on Friday, October 3, looking for their first win of the year.
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Warm Springs Tribal Enterprises Share Revenue Outlook With Seekseequa District Members
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Enterprises hosted a Seekseequa District community meeting Thursday to present revenue projections to tribal members, part of a series of district-level briefings held across the reservation this month.