Local News
COCC graduates Class of 2025 at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution
Jeffrey Short, welding graduate, started his speech with a quote from author Allan Bloom: “Education is the movement ...
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Madras contractor charged with custodial sexual misconduct at Deer Ridge prison
Jobett Zamora, a former Jefferson County DA staffer, faces felony charges over alleged sexual encounters with inmate; case ...
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EPA lifts emergency order, confirms safety of Warm Springs drinking water
Infrastructure upgrades resolve years of boil notices and pressure loss on reservation
Business
COCC students, Bill Hunt featured in Art Adventure Gallery exhibit
“Art Branches Need Trees” holds reception June 5 in Madras
Lifestyle
History Pub explores Jefferson County’s movie theater past
Free June 18 program at New Basin Distillery
Opinion
CENTRAL OREGON HISTORY: Pioneer of Hay Creek and Trout Creek ran prosperous ranches
James Oel Douthit was very active in community affairs as was his wife and brother
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Website refresh: What our subscribers should expect for our brand new website design
You may have noticed, our website has a brand new look. Today, the Madras Pioneer debuts a cleaner, ...
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Wind-driven burn pile sparks Ranchos fire, prompts evacuations
Crews halt spread between homes; fire district closes burning season early amid rising risks
Local News
Three local students earn prestigious Ford Family scholarships
Andred Pineda, Yashira Chavero and Manny Meraz win scholarship that provides full tuition coverage
Government
Oregon Republicans say Dems delaying vote on wildfire map repeal to get votes for wildfire funding
Republicans say Democrats are using the bill as a bargaining chip to get Republicans to vote on redirecting ...