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Editor Randy was born in Iowa, and spent most of his life growing up in the Hawkeye State. After a few years in college, he settled in Idaho for a decade, skiing, golfing, and working at Sun Valley Resort. He married in 1985, completed broadcast school, and moved to Harney County in 1989 to work for KZZR. After 16 years of on-air work, he left the radio station and went to work for the Burns Times-Herald.

Burns Paiute Tribe breaks ground on housing project

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Photo by RANDY PARKS The Burns Paiute Tribe held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Yapa Subdivision housing project on Sept. 14. On Monday, Sept. 14, the Burns Paiute Tribe held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Yapa Subdivision Project. The project consists of building eight new home sites. It is hoped that four of

County Court discusses housing shortage

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With a housing shortage still quite prevalent in Harney County, the county court continued to discuss ways to ease the problem at its regular meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 2. Greg Smith of the Harney County Economic Development Office attended the meeting by phone and informed the court that he’s been researching

Health Department welcomes new director

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Photo by RANDY PARKS Nic Calvin is set to take over the reins of the Harney County Health Department.  Jolene Cawlfield is retiring from her position as director of the Harney County Health Department on Aug. 31, and Nic Calvin is set to take over the reins. Calvin grew up in Alabama —

Council moves forward with closure of Burns Town Apartments

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Photo by  SAMANTHA WHITE The Burns Town Apartments in downtown Burns. Now the question is — where do the residents of the Burns Town Apartments (BTA) go? The Burns City Council held a special meeting on Monday, Aug. 24, to discuss the fate of the apartment building after it, once again, failed to

School district welcomes new staff

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Submitted photo L-R: Peggy Daniels, Emma Roberts, Johnathan Myers, Korie Doty, Mario Heder, Debi Lorence, and Courtney Toney are joining the district this year. Not pictured: Tara Rhone Attending school is going to be a bit different this year, but students are still preparing for an education. Those who are taking classes

Lt. Needham resigns

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Following a months-long investigation (due primarily to delays on the part of District Attorney Joseph Lucas) into conduct and testimony, Lt. Brian Needham of the Harney County Sheriff’s Office submitted his resignation on July 7, 2020. The preliminary investigation into four different cases involving Needham started in January 2020. On April 24,

Renovations are under way at the Malheur Field Station

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The Malheur Field Station offers an opportunity to view wildlife like this nighthawk.  It just may be one of the best-kept secrets in Harney County. Located just three miles from the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge (MNWR), the Malheur Field Station offers a clean, quiet environment for those wanting to explore and enjoy

Novak working with Sesame Street and CNN to promote health

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Photo by RANDY PARKS Kelly Novak of the Harney County Health Department was one of 40 people chosen from across the country to help Sesame Street and CNN create education resources for children and families.  Sesame Street and CNN recently teamed up to promote Healthy Habits for Children and Families, an initiative

Team Maher takes first at Harney County Ranch Rodeo

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Photos by RANDY PARKS The saddle bronc competition saw several riders airborne. Twenty-six teams competed in the 17th annual Harney County Ranch Rodeo held Saturday, July 11, at the Harney County Fairgrounds. Results of the competition and prizes are as follows: Top Hand: Custom Hat by Gene Baldwin, Sisters Tim Maher Team: Maher Ranch Top Horse: Mecate

Fourth of July festivities

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This 4th of July, enjoy the food, fun, and floats at Hines City Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Adhering to the Phase 2 reopening guidelines set forth by the state, the Harney County Chamber of Commerce has planned a number of activities to take place in the four areas

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