Berniece McGee 1932 – 2024 Obituary September 11, 2024September 11, 20240 Berniece’s parents, Francis “Buck” Pasmele and Ruby Bones were married Dec 1, 1928 and went on to have five children; Clara Cannon, Ramona Rosling, Berniece McGee, and twins Benny and Betty. Berniece was born at Cutler City on March 6, 1932. When Berniece was still a baby, her family moved to
Jenks is turning air into water Business Community September 5, 2024September 5, 20240 By Lauren Brown Crane graduate is co-inventor of technology that could revolutionize the HVAC industry and provide access to clean water Turning air into water. It sounds like something from a fairy tale that might involve a genie, or a little man named Rumpelstiltskin. However, turning air into water is something one
Queen Rylee Wilkinson awaits the community Arts and Entertainment Community September 5, 2024September 5, 20240 Hey Harney County! Your 2024 Harney County Fair and Rodeo Queen Rylee Wilkinson here! I am so excited to say that our 100th anniversary fair and rodeo is here! I cannot wait to see you all Sept. 3-7! You can catch me at many different events throughout the week! Our fair
Hilanders tame the Tigers in season opener, 41-32 Burns Football September 5, 2024September 5, 20240 Photos by Nolan Graham The Burns Hilander football team beat the Ontario Tigers to start the season off 41-32, at Corbett Memorial Field in Burns on Friday, Aug. 30. Behind quarter back Jack Wright’s 294 yards in the air, the Burns’ offense amassed 563 yards of total offense. With each team stalling on
Death Notice – Jake Needham Obituary September 4, 2024September 4, 20240 Services for Jake Needham will take place in the late spring or early summer. A date will be determined at a later time. Thank you to everyone for the words, donations, food, prayers, and condolences.
Death Notice – Betty Jo Pereira Gray Obituary September 4, 2024September 4, 20240 Betty Jo Pereira Gray, was born March 8, 1942, formerly of Burns passed away on Aug. 29, 2024. No services are planned.
Harney County Fair seeks your best entries! Exciting prizes await! Arts and Entertainment Community August 28, 2024August 28, 20240 The Harney County Fair is just around the corner, and we’re inviting all local residents to showcase their talents and creativity by entering their best work into this year’s competition! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter, a passionate baker, or an enthusiastic gardener, there’s a place for your entry at the
CattleWomen celebrate 70th annual Chuckwagon Breakfast Sat., Sept. 7, 2024 Community August 28, 2024August 28, 20240 Servers at last year's breakfast. Photo by Terri Watts Steak, eggs, pancakes and coffee are once again on the menu for the 70th annual Harney County CattleWomen (HCCW) Chuckwagon Breakfast on the Saturday of Fair Week, Sept. 7, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the HC Chamber
Malheur National Forest reduces closure area on Telephone Fire News August 28, 2024August 28, 20240 Malheur National Forest officials have further reduced the Falls and Telephone Fire Area Closure. This closure area reduction will provide access to National Forest lands no longer impacted by wildfire or wildfire suppression and repair efforts. Portions of the area around the fires will remain in a closure to protect
Eugene “Geno” T. Houston Jr. 1953 – 2024 Obituary August 28, 2024August 28, 20240 Eugene “Geno” T. Houston Jr. passed away July 27, 2024, at his home in Amargosa Valley, Nev., as a result of the excessive heat in that area. Gene was born to Eugene T. and ClaraBelle Houston on Jan. 3, 1953 in Burns, missing becoming the New Year’s baby by a few