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Redmond Airport expansion taking Central Oregon flying to new heights
Inside the Redmond Airport terminal, space is hard to come by. “It’s really crowded today,” said Chrissy Johnston ...
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Evacuation levels drop as firefighters make progress on Alder Springs Fire
Wildland firefighters made good progress Wednesday on containing the Alder Springs Fire burning west of Crooked River Ranch, ...
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Hugs and tears: Crooked River Ranch residents flee Alder Springs Wildfire
CROOKED RIVER RANCH — For many Crooked River Ranch residents, the Alder Springs Fire has come a little bit ...
Environment
Alder Springs Fire grows to 2,500 acres, prompts evacuations in Crooked River Ranch
Wildland firefighter crews continued to battle a large, wind-driven brush fire on Tuesday that has burned over 2,500 ...
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72-unit Stone Oak Apartments proposed for northeast Madras
Developer seeks zone change to enable multifamily housing near hospital
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Heart of Oregon Corps throwing 25th Anniversary Bash in downtown Madras on June 25
Registration is now open for the June 25 Jefferson County Heart of Oregon Corps 25th Anniversary Reunion Party.
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Historical society buys church for eventual museum
County contributes to purchase; no timetable yet to establish museum as JCHS focuses on restoration and fundraising
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Forest Service approves Green Ridge restoration project in western Jefferson County
The Deschutes National Forest has finalized plans for a large-scale forest health initiative in western Jefferson County, near ...
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Bentz defends Republican tax and spending bill, despite costs and cuts impacting his district
Bentz voted to pass the bill despite past vows not to add to the national deficit, and representing ...
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Gardening Journeys: Ornamental trees that are both water-wise and fire-resistant
Eleven varieties of ornamental trees offer options in height, spread, and fall color with six offering spring blooms. ...
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MACRD adopts major staff and budget cuts to stay afloat
Madras Aquatic Center will operate no public hours, lean staffing this summer
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Healthy soil is key to Vibbert’s success
Sean Vibbert was adamant “We would not be in business today had we not changed our practices.”
Business
Shaniko Wool, Oregon Seed Council honored for global contributions to sports and recreation
These awardees represent local family farms who punch above their weight
Business
WorkSource Reentry Program for DRCI adults released from custody
The one-year recidivism rate is less than 1%
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Two Warm Springs men arrested in Bend knife incident
Two men were slashed with a knife in downtown Bend during a dispute shortly after midnight on Sunday. ...
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Culver High School Graduation 2025
Culver High School honored its Class of 2025 with a graduation ceremony that celebrated resilience, growth, and community ...
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Madras High celebrates 2025 graduates
Madras High School’s Class of 2025 marked their graduation with a ceremony filled with emotion, pride, and community ...
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Fire storms through home at Willow Creek Mobile Home Park
Fire crews rushed to a trailer home fire at Willow Creek Mobile Home Park in Madras Sunday morning, ...
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City of Madras awards $145K in community grants for 2025–26, pares back funding amid high demand
Funding for Chamber of Commerce dominates conversation
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Jefferson County gears up for a June full of music, minerals, and motor madness
Music and Munchies, Rock and Gem show, Pi-Ume-Sha Treaty Days, and Gambler 500 kick off summer spirit in ...
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Debate persists about Oregon farmland loss
Though several controversial land use bills didn’t gain traction in Oregon this year, the discussion over the state’s ...
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Madras finalizes UGB expansion: 196 acres added for industrial growth
Approval bring land owned by county into development area, clears path for high-tech development and long-term job creation
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Cyrus family members join in on preservation work at historic orchard
Four generations of the Cyrus family came to the orchard May 30 to witness and help with the ...
Business
St. Charles opens new community pharmacy in Madras
Drive-up service, medical supplies and education offered at new Oak Street location