After an uncharacteristically warm winter, Oregon is experiencing various levels of drought and a record-low snowpack. May and June rainfall, or lack thereof, determines whether the state faces an early start to fire season. If […]
Beginning Friday, May 1, personal and commercial use firewood collection season will resume on the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests and Crooked River National Grassland. Firewood season runs through November 30, 2026. The public should […]
In a typical year, it can take up to six weeks to remove snow from Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road. However, because of this year’s warm winter and limited snowfall, County Road Department […]
The Deschutes County Elections Office will begin mailing ballots for the May 19 primary election this week. If you are an active, registered voter in Deschutes County, you can expect to receive your ballot in […]
The Deschutes County website has moved from deschutes.org to deschutescounty.gov. The new site has a more modern look with images that reflect the natural beauty of Central Oregon. The site also offers several other benefits: – Easy to […]
The House Natural Resources Committee heard H.R. 8259, the Federal Water Projects Consultation Improvement Act of 2026, sponsored by Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02). This bill would require an agency, during a consultation process under section […]
