KWSO Radio

From the KWSO Archives – a program originally from 1994 about the Treaty of 1855, re-dited in 2005 and again in 2026 for KWSO's 40th Anniversary look back. Guests include autwai Wasco Chief Nelson Wallulatum & autwai Jody Calica talking about the Treaty - along with excerpts from the Treaty minutes.

Festival of the Land was held in early June 2026 at the Cove Palisades State Park. Informational booths were set up for learning opportunities for visitors to the event

Marcel Tam is a family doctor, by training, who has been working for the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs for about eight years. He has been working at the Behavioral Health Center focusing on PTSD, anxiety, and depression treatment.

A new visitors center at Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort held a grand opening as part of the summer 2026 season. The resort continues to grow and expand the guest experience.

First Descent: Kayaking the Klamath is a 30‑minute documentary from OPB’s Oregon Field Guide series, following a group of Indigenous youth as they kayak the Klamath River from source to sea — the first group to do so after the largest dam removal project in history. Director Jessie Sears and Youth Kiahna Allen and Julian To:Nikya:W Rogers plus OPB's Robin El Kay talk about the project.

First Descent Kayaking the Klamath - KWSO Our People and Mother Earth Program Podcast by KWSO Staff

An update on year 3 for the Simnasho Market that operates Saturdays and Sundays in Simnasho near the longhouse. Delson Suppah Sr. and Howard Patt talk about the effort.

Information from the COCC Summer Symposium sharing information with high school students about higher education, what's ahead, resources and support now and for the future.

A health podcast featuring Dr. Michaela Frey, Nurse Shawn Winsor, & Physician Assistant Raneva Dowty all from Warm Springs Community Health. The focus of the discussion is Sexually Transmitted Infections & Cervical Cancer. If you have questions or need additional information, you can stop by or call Community Health at (541) 553-2352 or email kwso@wstribes.org.

An update from Jefferson County School District 509J superintendent Jay Mathisen and School Board member Laurie Danzuka.

For 40 years, Art Adventure Gallery has been part of downtown Madras . This volunteer-led nonprofit has created a space for local artists and community members to exchange ideas and create opportunities for artists of all mediums. Coralee Popp is the longtime director of the gallery.

Wildfire season in Central Oregon is something to prepare for. So let’s be prepared Warm Springs by making your home fire safe, being prepared for electrical outages that may result from wild fire and to understand how you can stay informed… Pacific Corp’s Simon Gutierrez explains precautions to be aware of.. Warm Springs Fire & Safety offers preparedness tips.

There is one singular thing in our body that is just as important as our heart and is the control station for our daily lives of living, and that is the brain. Lori Stanto, the Program Director for the Alzheimer’s Association, talks about how brain health is whole-body health.

Central Oregon Community College Madras Campus hosted a job fair on April 22, 2026. They brought together employers along with job hunters to explore potential career opportunities. In this KWSO Warm Springs Program - hear from employers who participated.

Jefferson County Library District voters will find a General Obligation Bond for Public Library Facilities on their May 19th Primary Election Ballot. The question is – shall Jefferson County Library District issue 15 million – 9 hundred thousand dollars – principal amount of general obligation bonds for public library facilities.

Around the Bend Farms is a nonprofit working to close that gap by growing food specifically for food banks, markets, and direct community programs. If you’d like to learn more about Around the Bend Farms visit www.aroundthebendfarms.org .

The MHS art gala is a showcase of student artwork blending visual, literary, and performing arts into one experience.

Dr. Barbara Largent, or Dr. Barb, is a practitioner at Warm Springs Behavioral Health who specializes in trauma recovery through a holistic, body-centered approach. The work she does with patients helps with releasing stored trauma through various techniques that help to move chaotic, traumatic energy out of the body’s systems.

General Manager Shawn McDaniel talks about all the renovations, new construction and expansion at Indian Head Casino and the Plateau Travel Plaza.

The Heart of Oregon Corps is a non-profit organization that empowers youth and young adults in Central Oregon through a "Work-Earn-Learn" model. Founded in 2000, it provides job training, education, and leadership development to young people (typically ages 16–24) who face barriers to success. Shelby Sauer is the Recruitment Coordinator for the Youth Conservation Corps Cullen Doyle, the Heart of O...

An update from Warm Springs Telecom GM Tim York

Cheryl Evan Occupational Therapist works at High Desert Education Service District in the Early Intervention Program and Early Childhood Special Education Program at Warm Springs ECE. She talks about the programs that are available to all families.

A look back at the 2026 Elders Fair that was held at the Old Warm Springs Elementary Gym on March 25, 2026. Hear from some of the information booths that were set up explaining local resources that are available to Senior Citizens in our community.

There are 6 individuals running for 2 seats on the Jefferson County Commission that will appear on the primary ballot on May 19, 2026. Running for County Commissioner Position 1 is George Curtiss and Incumbent Mark Wunsch Running for County Commissioner Position 2 is Ara Erdekian, Greg Mead , Bill Atherton and Incumbent Kely Simmelink

There are 6 individuals running for 2 seats on the Jefferson County Commission that will appear on the primary ballot on May 19, 2026. Running for County Commissioner Position 1 is George Curtiss and Incumbent Mark Wunsch Running for County Commissioner Position 2 is Ara Erdekian, Greg Mead , Bill Atherton and Incumbent Kely Simmelink