Folks asked to avoid vegetation overgrowth News June 7, 2017June 7, 20170 The city of Burns Nuisance Vegetation Ordinance is designed to minimize fire and health hazards by controlling flammable vegetation. Overgrown vegetation can create fire and traffic hazards and is a violation of nuisance ordinances in the Burns City Code. The city of Burns will take action to make sure that overgrown
Drug peddler sentenced to 60 months News June 7, 2017June 7, 20172 On May 30, 2017, Clayton W. Marsh was sentenced to 60 months following a two-day trial. The sentence stems from two investigations spearheaded by Sergeant Lucas McLain of the Harney County Sheriff’s Office. In August of 2015, a concerned citizen contacted the Harney County Sheriff’s Office regarding a message received via Facebook
Hilander sports camps set Sports Youth June 7, 2017June 7, 20170 Hilander Football Camp for students entering grades 3-12 this fall is coming up. The camp for grades 3-6 will be held from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. July 31-Aug. 3, and the camp for grades 7-12 will be held from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7-10 at the practice
Cody Shaun Hodges 1979 – 2017 Obituary June 7, 2017June 10, 20171 Cody Shaun Hodges passed away May 29 in an automobile accident in Lynden, Wash., at the age of 37. He was born June 2, 1979, in Bend, to John and Christine (McCulloch) Hodges. Cody grew up with his half sister, Becky, in the small town of Burns as a carefree child
Lois May (Fancher) Stoddart 1925-2017 Obituary June 7, 2017June 10, 20170 Longtime Harney and Malheur county resident, Lois May (Fancher) Stoddart, 91, passed away peacefully May 22 at home on the ranch in Burns. Lois was born Aug. 8, 1925, to Earle C. and Maybelle Neumann Fancher. She grew up in the San Jose, Calif., area. She spent her formative years in
Samuel Kenneth Kelley 1930-2017 Obituary June 7, 2017June 10, 20170 Samuel Kenneth Kelley passed away peacefully May 7 at his home in Burns. Sam was born Dec. 11, 1930, in Seattle, Wash. Of his many gifts, Sam was a philosopher, writer, poet, potter, and loved nature, hiking and camping. He is survived by his beloved partner and caregiver, Mary Salazar; two daughters,
Court appoints Bobbi Jo Heany to fill treasurer vacancy, discusses Blue Mountains Forest Plan County Court News May 31, 2017May 31, 20170 During its regular meeting on May 17, the Harney County Court appointed Bobbi Jo Heany as Harney County Treasurer, effective July 1. She will fulfill the remainder of the term vacated by Nellie Franklin who is retiring. Heany will be sworn in as deputy treasurer from her start date through June 30. ••• Steve
Dog show to be held June 10 News Youth May 31, 2017May 31, 20170 The Friskey Fleas 4-H Dog Club will be hosting the 42nd Eastern Oregon Invitational Dog Show at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 10, at the Harney County Fairgrounds. This is the state qualifying show for intermediate and senior 4-Hers as the Harney County Fair is held after the Oregon State Fair.
High school rodeo held in Burns Rodeo Sports May 31, 2017May 31, 20170 The Harney County High School Rodeo Team hosted a two-day rodeo at the Harney County Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday, May 20-21. Members of the Harney County team from Burns High School are Lindsey Taylor, Zane Taylor, Brady White, and Tea Recanzone; those from Crane Union High School are Cashe Davis,