Madras Chamber and Visitors Guide 2020
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Jul 08, 2020
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Commissioners designate funds for COVID testing
A drive-through site at the fairgrounds depends on availability of supplies. Board also visited the jail.
Jul 08, 2020
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Governor declares drought at request of counties
Jefferson County is included in list of drought-affected counties. North Unit explains effects of declaration.
Jul 02, 2020
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2 arrested in shooting death of 18-year-old
Josiah and Jakobi Washington are charged on suspicion of conspiracy to commit homicide, second-degree murder.
Jul 01, 2020
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Driver in hit-and-run sentenced to 13 months
Anthony Shadley, 59, died in January. Joe Bernal-Mendoza entered an Alford plea July 1.
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Seven new COVID-19 deaths reported Tuesday
Madras Pioneer - NewsIt's the highest number of deaths in a daily report from the Oregon Health Authority since April. -
Oregon joins lawsuit against federal rule aimed at international…
Madras Pioneer - NewsAttorney general says $145 million from 13,000 students is in jeopardy if online classes barred. -
Oregon Gov. Brown sets new COVID-19 rules: Ban on indoor social…
Madras Pioneer - NewsBrown releases new guidelines Monday, July 13, in hopes of stopping new increases in infections. -
New Oregon coronavirus projections: Growth likely to continue
Madras Pioneer - NewsEven a 10 percent reduction in transmission won't be enough to curb increase in severe COVID-19 cases, per… -
Court Roundup for June 29-July3
Madras Pioneer - NewsTwo domestic violence cases and a break-in at the Odd Fellows Lodge were on the docket this week. -
Tricounty reopening on hold as COVID-19 deaths, cases increase
Madras Pioneer - NewsOregon Gov. Kate Brown has linked Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties together for moving to Phase 2. -
Madras man pleads not guilty to attempted murder
Madras Pioneer - NewsSimon Martinez, 26, pleaded not guilty to 2nd-degree murder, unlawful use of a firearm, and recklessly… -
Psilocybin therapy initiative qualifies for November ballot
Madras Pioneer - NewsIf approved, the drug could be used in Oregon to treat mental illnesses like depression and anxiety starting… -
Madras Police chief weighs in on mask use
Madras Pioneer - NewsPolice Department plans to help with education. Businesses who need help with noncompliers can call. -
COIC is offering another round of grants for businesses
Madras Pioneer - NewsFunds are available for Central Oregon businesses who weren't eligible for other programs. -
Warm Springs dispatcher gets training
Madras Pioneer - NewsKelly Berkey completed a Basic Telecommunications class with the Department of Public Safety Standards and… -
Jefferson County placed on COVID watch list
Madras Pioneer - NewsCounty one of eight with statistics that concern the state, may prompt rollback to first phase of reopening -
Summer camps moving forward with new social distancing measures
Madras Pioneer - NewsNorth Clackamas Parks & Recreation District to offer more than two dozen programs for kids, adults -
State of Oregon to enforce indoor mask rule over 4th of July…
Madras Pioneer - NewsThe Oregon Health Authority also announced 344 new cases of COVID-9 but no deaths on Friday, July 3. -
County COVID-19 case count reaches 118
Madras Pioneer - NewsTribal and county health officials are working together to trace cases; county's cases are younger than… -
Veteran bikers stop in Madras
Madras Pioneer - NewsThe Oregon Veterans Motorcycle Association rode to dedicate Highway 26 as a POW/MIA Memorial Highway. -
County unemployment hits 17%
Madras Pioneer - NewsCrook and Deschutes saw job gains in May, but Jefferson County saw more losses, due to 'a significant layoff… -
2 houses catch fire in 1 night
Madras Pioneer - NewsEarly Thursday fires cause Jefferson County Fire District No. 1 to call Warm Springs, Redmond for help. -
4th of July parade will happen
Madras Pioneer - NewsNo candy will be thrown, and participants and spectators are asked to keep 6 feet apart and wear masks. -
Gov. Brown extends face-mask requirement statewide
Madras Pioneer - NewsThe mask order takes effect Wednesday, July 1, as new COVID-19 cases mount up in Oregon. -
Welches woman dies in Highway 26 crash
Madras Pioneer - NewsPolice say her vehicle went into the oncoming lane and hit a motorhome west of Warm Springs Monday. -
Minimum wage rises July 1
Madras Pioneer - NewsOregon's minimum wage up to $13.25 in Portland metro area, $12 in standard counties and $11.50 in non-urban… -
Highway 26 closed due to crash
Madras Pioneer - NewsA fatal crash near the Simnasho intersection has traffic stopped in both directions. -
Madras woman injured in crash north of Redmond
Madras Pioneer - NewsA Bend driver faces multiple charges, including DUII and failure to perform the duties of a driver. -
Jefferson County Circuit Court Roundup for June 15-19
Madras Pioneer - NewsMan pleads not guilty in assault case; 2 plead not guilty to stealing firearm; not guilty plea in H Street… -
Oregon officials: Exponential coronavirus increases likely ahead
Madras Pioneer - NewsNew state projections say a recent surge in cases is likely to continue with hospitalizations likely to… -
Oregon governor frees 57 inmates vulnerable to COVID
Portland Tribune - NewsGov. Kate Brown says the commutation process is only for those with good conduct who have served much of… -
Madras woman to serve 40 months for sexual abuse
Madras Pioneer - NewsKristin Stickler pleaded guilty to two counts Tuesday: second-degree sexual abuse and online corruption of a… -
Police accountability bills head to votes in Oregon Legislature
Madras Pioneer - NewsA committee restricts but does not ban chokeholds and tear gas; sets up a panel to study use of force. -
Fish die in leaky pond
Madras Pioneer - NewsThe youth fishing pond at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds won't hold water, leading a die-off of fish. -
Governor seeks storm aid
Madras Pioneer - NewsGov. Kate Brown is asking the US Department of Agriculture to assist victims of the May 30 storm. -
MAC opens July 1
Madras Pioneer - NewsThe pool will be limited to 50 and swimmers can only stay for an hour. Registration is required. -
509-J surveys parents on fall options
Madras Pioneer - NewsThe school district's plan isn't due until Aug. 15. COVID-19 also means uncertainty for the budget. -
Police, Fire and Sheriff Logs
Madras Pioneer - NewsMadras Police, Jefferson County Sheriff, Jefferson County Fire & Oregon State Police logs -
Oregon City senior care facility's unique COVID-19 solution
Madras Pioneer - NewsBusiness owners Don and Kathy Beck lay off their Rivercrest Living staff, move into the facility themselves… -
Clackamas County: We need consistency from state on COVID-19
Madras Pioneer - NewsElected commissioners express their 'consternation' over messaging from governor's office
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Riot declared at Portland protest near police union hall
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Women pilots plan world's first 'unmanned' air show
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Blazers guard CJ McCollum debuts signature wine
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Local clubs sign on with PDX Stripper Strike demands
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Lawmakers consider $500 checks to unemployment applicants
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Police arrest Black man driving to work near protest, he says
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Third former Oregon City mayor supports Dan Holladay recall
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Kafoury: COVID precautions a reality until vaccine or cure
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Hardesty, Modica to serve on governor's police task force
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Yamhill County plans to buy refrigerated trailer for 'mass fatalities'
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Portland bureaus cease work on ODOT's I-5 Rose Quarter plan
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Zoo reopens after four months without visitors
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Racism entwined in Oregon's history
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Jeremy Christian sentenced to consecutive life sentences
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2-year-old killed in Milwaukie hit-and-run
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'Free press' isn't free - now, more than ever, it needs support
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Metro homeless tax committee membership under scrutiny
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Riot declared after protest at Portland police union office
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