Local News
$20,000 Grant Pushes Jefferson County Museum Project Forward
The Kinsman Foundation has awarded a $20,000 grant to the Jefferson County Historical Society, adding to a growing pool of philanthropic support for the project to convert a historic Madras church into a county history museum.
Sports
Culver Bulldogs Claim 2A-SD5 Football District Championship
The Culver Bulldogs dominated Rogue River on Halloween night to clinch the 2A Special District 5 football championship, adding a football title to the small school's growing list of athletic achievements in 2026.
Jefferson County
Jennifer Townsend Set to Become Madras's Next Mayor After Decisive Win
Unofficial election results show Jennifer Townsend claiming 57.4% of the vote in Madras's mayoral race, putting her on track to succeed outgoing Mayor Mike Lepin once results are certified.
Local News
Wildfire Recovery Fair Brings Dozens of Agencies to Madras to Help Affected Residents
Local, state and federal agencies gathered Tuesday at the Central Oregon Ag Research and Extension Center in Madras to connect Jefferson County wildfire survivors with financial aid, agricultural programs, and mental health support.
Events
Jefferson County Honors Veterans with Ceremony at Community Center
Madras VFW Post 12141 hosted the annual Veterans Day observance today at the Jefferson County Community Center, featuring a guest speaker whose grandfather survived World War II as a prisoner of war.
Jefferson County
Canal Piping Project Stirs Groundwater Worries for Jefferson County Well Owners and Farmers
As North Unit Irrigation District continues replacing open canals with pipelines, Jefferson County farmers and rural well owners are raising questions about long-term groundwater impacts — and Redmond is seeking regional collaboration on recharge solutions.