Jefferson County Library District is asking voters to approve a $15.5 million bond on May 19 to build a new 14,000-square-foot facility in Madras and establish a branch in Culver — a scaled-down replacement for the $22.5 million measure that failed in 2025.

Candidates for Jefferson County Commissioner wrapped up their three-forum tour at Camp Sherman this week, trading pointed views on economic development, outsourced county services, rural housing, and the growing tension over short-term rentals — with six days left until the May 19 primary.

Just one week before the May 19 primary, Oregon state police watchdogs are scheduled to review misconduct and dishonesty allegations against Jefferson County sheriff candidate Tyler Anderson — a process that could cost him the law enforcement credentials required to serve as sheriff.

Tyler Anderson, the challenger in Jefferson County's November sheriff's race, was fired from the sheriff's office in 2025 following findings of untruthfulness at three separate law enforcement agencies. His law enforcement certification is now under state review, with a hearing scheduled for May 21.

With the primary just six days away, Jefferson County voters face decisions on two competitive commissioner races, a library expansion bond, and a Camp Sherman road levy. Here is everything you need to know before your ballot is due.

With ballots due May 19, Jefferson County voters face decisions on two commissioner seats and the county sheriff race. Here is everything you need to know about the candidates, the issues, and how to make your vote count.

With the May 19 primary just over a week away, Jefferson County sheriff candidate Tyler Anderson remains on the Brady List and faces a May 21 DPSST hearing that could strip his law enforcement certification — while vowing to stay in the race regardless of the outcome.

With ballots due May 19, seven candidates are vying for two seats on the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners — the most contested local election cycle in years.

Tyler Anderson, who is challenging incumbent Jason Pollock for Jefferson County Sheriff in the November election, was fired in 2025 and placed on the Brady List. A state review of his law enforcement certifications is scheduled for May 21.

Oregon's May 19 primary is just nine days away, and Jefferson County voters have several significant local races to decide — from a contested sheriff's race with serious credentialing questions to six candidates competing for two commissioner seats. Here's what's on your ballot.

Jefferson County voters have one more chance to hear from all six commissioner candidates before the May 19 primary. The forum is set for 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 11, at Camp Sherman Community Hall, covering both Position 1 and Position 2 races.