Mollie Larson competing in Princess Half Marathon at Disney World Community News January 18, 2023January 18, 20231 by Mollie Larson for the Burns Times-Herald Hi, my name is Mollie Larson. My husband, Stan, and I moved to Harney County from Deschutes County 16 years ago. I was born without arms and face challenges every day, but I’ve never let it stop me from finding ways to do things, nor let
Oregon Attorney General files petition to dismiss Measure 114 block News January 18, 2023January 18, 20230 On Friday, Jan. 13, Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum petitioned the Oregon Supreme Court to stop an injunction that was issued by Harney County Circuit Court Judge Robert S. Raschio last month. Issued on behalf of gun rights groups, Raschio’s injunction effectively put a hold on Measure 114. The gun-control measure,
Fulton sets record at Delta State University Sports January 18, 2023January 18, 20230 Reagan Fulton, who graduated from Burns High School in 2021, recently claimed victories in both the 1- and 3-meter competitions for Delta State University women’s swimming and diving team. Delta State is currently ranked 14th in NCAA Division II. The Lady Statesmen are 6-1 on the season, winning their first six
Sally Mae (Rice) Hart 1938 – 2023 Obituary January 18, 2023January 18, 20230 Sally Mae (Rice) Hart, 84, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, Jan. 6. She was well-loved in her passing journey, most deeply by her adoring husband, Eldon. Sally was born on Aug. 25, 1938, in Vancouver, Wash., to parents Louise and John Rice. She joined older brother, John, and
Ben Stewart 1941 – 2022 Obituary January 18, 2023January 18, 20230 Former resident, Ben Stewart, of Harney County, passed away at his home in McKinleyville, Calif. on Dec. 1, 2022. Ben was born on Jan. 7, 1941, to Mildred and Fred Stewart in Benton, Tenn. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sharon Stewart; daughter, Deborah Stewart; sons, Jerry Stewart
Elected officials take oath of office County Court Election News January 11, 2023January 11, 20230 Photos by Brandon McMullen Clockwise from top left: Harney County Treasurer Bobbi Jo Heany, newly elected Harney County Judge Bill Hart, and Harney County Commissioner Patty Dorroh took the oath of office during a ceremony on Jan. 3. On Jan. 3, an Oath of Office Ceremony was performed at the Harney County
Members of Burns Paiute Tribe took part in ceremonial mule deer hunt Burns Paiute Tribe News January 11, 2023January 11, 20230 Submitted photo Members of the Burns Paiute Tribe participated in the first-ever ceremonial mule deer hunt at Malheur Refuge, in the Buena Vista area. by Peter Pearsall for Burns Times-Herald In October 2022, members of the Burns Paiute Tribe participated in the first-ever ceremonial mule deer hunt at Malheur Refuge, in the Buena Vista
Crane girls continue to roll Crane Basketball Crane Sports Sports January 11, 2023January 11, 20230 The Crane Mustang girls basketball team started off the new year on the right foot by beating Nixyaawii at home 56-45 on Friday, Jan. 6. Then on Saturday, Jan. 7, by beating host Trinity Lutheran 67-30. Crane (12-1) will next take on Liberty Charter in Nampa, Idaho on Saturday, Jan. 14
Raymond Lee “Ike” Williams “Papa Ike” 1936 – 2022 Obituary January 11, 2023January 11, 20230 On Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, Ike passed away at the age of 86, at his home in Burns. Ike was born on Dec. 28, 1936 in Burns, to Ralph Williams and Beryl Reisburg Williams. At the age of 12, he moved to North Bend with his mom and stayed with
Court discusses needed repairs at Rimrock Recycling County Court News January 4, 2023January 4, 20230 The following are the unapproved minutes from the Harney County Court meeting held Dec. 21. These minutes were edited for clarity and length. Rick Paul of Rimrock Recycling discussed five topics with the court: 1. First on the agenda was the lease agreement. Harney County Judge Pete Runnels explained that a 10-year