Ross Gruenwald 1965 – 2024 Obituary February 14, 2024February 14, 20240 “Larger than life,” a phrase that follows Ross Gruenwald even still. During the afternoon of Feb. 8, 2024, Ross had a major heart attack. The damage was extensive and two days later, he passed peacefully in the company of family. He was fifty nine years old, and is survived by
Dale K. Cochran July 10, 1953 – Jan. 27, 2024 Obituary February 14, 2024February 14, 20240 Dale K. Cochran passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024. He was a very funny, caring and loving person, that would help if anyone was in need. And was always quick with a joke at all times. Dale graduated from Crow High School, where he
MedQuest Camp accepting applications Health Care News February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 The first Frontier MedQuest Camp was held in June 2023 in Harney County. Applications are now open for 2024. Harney District Hospital (HDH) is teaming up with the High Desert Partnership, Northeast Oregon Area Health Education Center (NEOAHEC), and local health care providers to bring the Frontier MedQuest Health Career Exploration
74th annual Chamber Awards winners Community News February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 The 74th annual Chamber Awards Dinner was held Saturday, Feb. 3, in the Burns Elks Lodge. The theme of this year’s dinner was ‘You Are An Important Piece of Harney County’. CASA of Eastern Oregon won the People’s Choice awards and the Nazarene Church won the Judge’s Choice for their
Five Hi Desert wrestlers place at OWA State Championships Sports Youth February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 Five Hi Desert Mat Club wrestlers placed at the OWA Kids Folkstyle State Championships at the Oregon State Fair & Expo Center in Salem, on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 27-28. Hadley Gunderson took home the gold in the 14U girls 115-pound weight class. Wyatt Zipser (14U boys 87) and Amir Schouviller
Adeline Reneé Steen “Addie” 2016 – 2024 Obituary February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 In loving memory of Adeline Reneé Steen “Addie”, who passed away unexpectedly following a courageous battle with her illness. Born on Feb. 11, 2016, she brought joy and warmth to everyone around her. With a heart of gold, she touched the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. Addie departed this
Juanita Andueza 1932 – 2024 Obituary February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 Juanita Sanzberro Andueza passed away peacefully in Eagle, Idaho, with family by her side, on Jan. 29, 2024, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was 91. Juanita has reunited with God and the love of her life, Agustin. Juanita was born Sept. 7, 1932, in Etxalar, Navarra, located in the
Death Notice – Glen Albert Grindstaff Obituary February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 Glen Albert Grindstaff passed away on Feb. 1, 2024, at the age of 86. Services will be held Saturday, Feb. 17, at 1 p.m. MT, at Gavin Hall, Malheur County Fairgrounds, 795 NW 9th St. Ontario, OR., 97914. Contributions in his memory can made to the charity of choice.
Free tax preparation available for everyone News January 31, 2024January 31, 20240 Beginning Feb. 5, and continuing through April 15, AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is providing tax assistance and preparation on Monday’s and Wednesday’s through its Tax-Aide program here in Burns, and it’s free! The Foundation Tax-Aide program is the nation’s largest volunteer-based free tax preparation service. Our volunteers are locally trained and IRS
PAJAMA DAY at the preschool Community Youth January 31, 2024January 31, 20240 Photos by TERRI WATTS The Early Childhood Center held their annual Pajama Day on Thursday, Jan. 25. As a special treat, Burns Chief of Police Steve Macartney and compliance officer Emerson Budreau, dropped by to read to Anna Wilson’s preschool promise class. The Early Childhood Center is always on the lookout for