Business
COCC Small Business Center Brings Free Advising Hours to Madras Entrepreneurs
Central Oregon Community College's Small Business Development Center launched recurring in-person advising hours in Madras this fall, giving Jefferson County business owners access to free professional guidance without driving to Bend.
Local News
Jefferson County Farmers Close the Books on a Lean 2026 Irrigation Season
The North Unit Irrigation District shut down water delivery on October 9, ending one of the tighter seasons on record for Jefferson County growers who faced reduced allotments throughout 2026 amid drought conditions.
Events
Deadline Today: Museum at Warm Springs Seeks Submissions for 33rd Annual Art Exhibit
Warm Springs tribal member artists have until 5 p.m. today to submit work for judging in the 33rd Annual Tribal Member Art Exhibit, opening November 18 at the Museum at Warm Springs.
Local News
Warm Springs Tribe to Receive Share of $10 Million Federal Affordable Housing Award
The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs will receive federal affordable housing funds after Oregon's senators announced nearly $10 million in Indian Housing Block Grant awards for two Oregon tribal nations.
Events
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Brings Live Theater to Madras High School
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival's School Visit program arrives at Madras High School today for the first time since the pandemic, bringing professional theater directly to Jefferson County students.
Sports
Oregon Makes Girls Flag Football Official — What It Means for Jefferson County Schools
The OSAA voted on October 12 to sanction girls flag football as an official Oregon high school sport. Jefferson County schools now have the green light — though building local programs from scratch will take time, coaches, and community support.