Death notice — Dorothy “Dottie” Elwood Obituary May 10, 2017May 11, 20170 Dorothy “Dottie” Elwood, 78, of Burns passed away April 20 from injuries suffered in a car accident near Brothers. She was cremated, and her ashes, along with the ashes of her husband, Jim, who passed away July 28, 2006, were spread along the Oregon coast.
Ellibee takes first place in solo competition, BHS band qualifies for state championships Arts and Entertainment News Youth May 3, 2017May 3, 20170 Sam Ellibee, a senior at Burns High School, took first place in the oboe division at the OSAA state solo competition Saturday, April 29, at Pacific University in Forest Grove. Ellibee scored a total of 930 points from the three judges to finish ahead of the other four competitors. Wesley Becherer
Campground hosts needed in the BLM’s Burns District News May 3, 2017May 3, 20170 Outdoor recreation and leisure activities are a major part of the American lifestyle, and a definite contributor to the quality of life, health, and economy for thousands of rural communities. Your public lands play a lead role in providing these benefits, making recreation and visitor services a top priority for
Burns splits with Riverside, now 3-5 in Eastern Oregon League Burns Baseball Burns Sports Sports May 3, 2017May 3, 20170 The Burns Hilanders split their doubleheader with Riverside on Friday, April 28, at Corbett Memorial Field. The Hilanders won the opening game 15-5, and then lost to the Pirates 14-12 in the second game. Kaleb Nyborg of Burns picked up the win in the opener, giving up five runs on two hits
Funeral service — Dorthy Skinner Obituary May 3, 2017May 4, 20170 Dorthy Skinner, 75, passed away Monday, May 1, 2017, at her home in Crane. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, May 5, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Crane, and burial to follow in Burns Cemetery. A full obituary will follow at a
Bernita Louise Johnson 1934-2017 Obituary May 3, 2017May 4, 20170 Bernita Louise Johnson passed away April 25. Bernita was born July 3, 1934, to Charles and Rosa (Chrisler) Whitman. Bing made her way into the world in the back of a car near Paradise, Kan. She was the third daughter, with older sisters, Betty Lou and Bonnie. A brother joined the
Earl Ellis Tiller 1925-2017 Obituary May 3, 2017May 4, 20170 Earl Ellis Tiller, 91, passed away April 23. Earl was born Aug. 30, 1925, in Caldwell, Idaho, to Pluribus and Tacie (Lundy) Tiller. In November 1925, leaving behind a farming lifestyle, Pluribus and Tacie came to settle in Burns with their three children. As Earl got older, he helped out in the
Multiple cases of whooping cough confirmed in county News April 26, 2017April 27, 20170 As of April 19, there are three confirmed positive cases of pertussis (whooping cough) in Harney County. Harney County Public Health continues to work with local school districts, physicians, and the community to identify and notify students and residents who have possibly been exposed. If you or your child have been around
Franklin retiring from position as treasurer County Court News April 26, 2017April 26, 20170 During the regular meeting of the Harney County Court on April 19, Harney County Treasurer Nellie Franklin announced that she is retiring July 1, and her last working day will be June 30. Franklin has served in her position since 1991. The position will be advertised, and a committee will be formed
Hilanders softball logs two league wins Burns Softball Burns Sports Sports April 26, 2017April 26, 20170 The Burns softball team opened up league play with a pair of wins over Elgin/Imbler on Friday, April 21, at Burns High School. The Hilanders pounded out 19 hits in the opening 23-5 victory over the Huskies, and then completed the sweep with a 12-10 win. In the first game, Ally Sutcliffe