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Jefferson County Sheriff's Office assisted in high-speed pursuit
1+ hour, 43+ min ago (268+ words) Published 12:41 pm Tuesday, January 13, 2026 The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office handled a high-speed pursuit Jan. 7 after attempting to stop a black Chrysler 300 with expired registration. According to the sheriff's office, a deputy attempted the traffic stop when the driver accelerated to…...
Food pantry executive director, operations manager both retiring
1+ hour, 50+ min ago (731+ words) Published 12:34 pm Tuesday, January 13, 2026 The Madras Community Food Pantry is preparing to say goodbye to two longtime members of the organization's leadership . The pantry announced on Facebook, that Executive Director Kathleen May and Operations Manager Les Weidner plan to retire…...
Pedestrian hit and killed on Highway 97 near Jefferson County
4+ hour, 11+ min ago (125+ words) Published 10:13 am Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Oregon State Police have released more information about a fatal car crash near Jefferson County along Highway 97 which killed a man Saturday, Jan. 10. According to authorities, Jared Elijah Cooper, 38, of Madras was crossing Highway 97 near Southwest…...
Art Adventure Gallery showcases Bend artist in new exhibit
6+ hour, 40+ min ago (358+ words) Published 12:44 pm Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Bend resident Michael Kelly knew in the fourth grade that he wanted to be an artist. Growing up in Boston, Kelly, 78, developed his talent, becoming particularly adept at portrait drawing " a skill he later carried with…...
Court logs
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (389+ words) Published 12:44 pm Monday, January 12, 2026 Jeremiah Ivan Blackwolf, 22, pled guilty to third-degree assault, a Class C felony, committed on or about Oct. 2, 2025. Blackwolf was sentenced to 30 days in jail and three years supervised probation. Defendant may receive credit for time served....
Logs: Attempted traffic stop ends in high speed chase and crash
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (354+ words) Published 12:35 pm Monday, January 12, 2026 Log items are charges, not convictions. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of theft in Culver. After investigation, a report was taken. A JCSO deputy assisted the Madras Police Department with a juvenile…...
City clarifies rumors of golf course closure
6+ day, 10+ hour ago (243+ words) Published 9:09 am Wednesday, January 7, 2026 The city of Madras has released a statement addressing rumors about the possible closure of Desert Peaks Golf Course. Concerns about the golf course closing have circulated on social media, and a discussion on the topic…...
Madras Police Department chief candidates being interviewed today
1+ week, 5+ hour ago (1295+ words) Published 1:27 pm Tuesday, January 6, 2026 The Madras City Council has narrowed down police chief candidates. They all have extensive experience in the field. Here are the council's top five people: Jamie Carrico has worked in law enforcement for over 30 years. He…...
Scammers may be targeting veterans or their families claiming benefit overpayments
1+ week, 4+ day ago (336+ words) Published 11:30 am Friday, January 2, 2026 The Jefferson County Veterans" Service Office is warning residents about a scam targeting people who receive U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits. The scam targets veterans, their spouses and family members who receive benefits. Scammers pose as…...
SNAP benefit replacement deadline extended
1+ week, 4+ day ago (273+ words) Published 9:32 am Friday, January 2, 2026 More than a dozen counties across Oregon have been approved for an extended deadline to replace Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, also known as SNAP, after stormy weather caused power outages throughout the state, affecting hundreds…...