John Duane Bergquist Jan. 3, 1949 – Dec. 24, 2023 Obituary January 3, 2024January 3, 20240 John Duane Bergquist, age 74, of De Queen, Ark., went to be in the arms of Jesus on Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023. He was born in Longview, Wash., on Jan. 3, 1949, to the late Gale Bergquist and Eleanor (Bartell) Bergquist. John was hard-working, generous, and kind. He was always joyful and
Steens Mountain Advisory Council welcomes new members Agriculture Community News December 27, 2023December 27, 20230 Photo courtesy of BLM Steens Mountain Advisory Council members discussing a project on north Steens Mountain. The Steens Mountain Advisory Council (SMAC) welcomed five members to their roster in 2023. They were selected by the Secretary of the Interior and have knowledge or special expertise that qualifies them to provide advice to
Hi-Desert Mat Club wrestling results from the Cowboy Challenge Burns Wrestling Community Sports December 27, 2023December 27, 20230 Photos courtesy of the HI-DESERT MAT CLUB The Hi-Desert Mat Club took part in the 2023 Cowboy Challenge held at Crook County High School on Saturday, Dec. 16. Heyzen Sykes received the Outstanding Wrestler award in the 12U 74-pound weight class. Skyes pinned all three opponents to take home first place. Hadley Gunderson
‘Triple Crown’ Gala raises more than $17,000 to expand physical therapy clinic Community Health Care News December 20, 2023December 20, 20230 Photos by BRANDON MCMULLEN Attendees wore derby attire in honor of the ‘Triple Crown’ theme. Harney Hospital Foundation held the “Triple Crown” Gala Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Burns Elks Lodge. The event earned more than $17,000, due in large part to sponsors Central Oregon Radiology Associates (CORA), Broadway Deli, High Desert
Linda Louise Fromm Robertson 1940 – 2023 Obituary December 13, 2023December 13, 20230 On Dec. 4, 2023, Linda Louise Fromm Robertson, age 83, peacefully left this life and returned home to many waiting loved ones. Linda was born July 11, 1940, in Leavenworth, Wash., to James and Margarite (Peggy) Fromm. She passed away at her home in Leavenworth where she resided with her one-and-only
Glen Johnson 1932 – 2023 Obituary December 13, 2023December 13, 20230 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Glen Johnson, a beloved husband, and father of nine children. Glen departed this world on Dec. 10, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering commitment to his faith and family. Born on Nov. 18, 1932, in Barnwell,
Jesse G. Lawson 1956 – 2023 Obituary December 13, 2023December 13, 20230 Jesse was born on May 27, 1956 in Downey California and passed from this life Nov. 29, 2023 in Burns. Jesse was born with an enlarged heart and at the age of 12, had surgery to replace a malfunctioning valve, and then when he was 28, he suffered a stroke on
Richard W. Mingus 1949 – 2023 Obituary December 13, 2023December 13, 20230 Richard was born in Oroville, Calif., on July 17, 1949, to Jim and Mariam Mingus. His family eventually moved to Hines and he attended school, graduating from Burns Union High School in 1968. From his first marriage, sons, Kelly and Rode were born. Rich lived many places before coming back to
Christmas Jamboree schedule Community News December 6, 2023December 6, 20230 Get ready to celebrate the season with the Harney County Christmas Jamboree, which will be held Saturday, Dec. 9, at various locations throughout Burns. The Christmas Parade will reverse its course this year, heading north through downtown Burns. The Christmas Parade will still line up on Alder Avenue and begin on
Death Notice – Jesse Lawson Obituary December 6, 2023December 6, 20230 Jesse Lawson passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023. A Celebration of Life is planned for Jesse on Saturday, Dec.9, 2023, at 11 a.m., at the Life4Square Church, 74 S. Alvord, in Burns. A potluck dinner will follow. An obituary will come at a later date.