Judge Raschio delays signing Measure 114 News December 27, 2023December 27, 20230 Harney County Circuit Court Judge Robert Raschio says he will delay signing Measure 114 until after a Jan. 2 hearing, and will consider the state’s challenges. The state is objecting that: • the Court’s finding that the Federal Bureau of Investigation will not conduct background checks; • the Court’s finding that the parties
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
‘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
Harney County wrapping up flood-plain mapping County Court News December 20, 2023December 20, 20230 Photo by BRANDON MCMULLEN From L-R: Harney County Commissioner Patty Dorroh, Harney County Judge Bill Hart, and Harney County Commissioner Kristen Shelman. The following are the unapproved minutes from the Harney County Court meeting held Dec. 6. These minutes were edited for clarity and length. Planning Director Brandon McMullen shared a letter from
Gin and Finley ride across America News December 13, 2023December 13, 20230 Submitted photos Human and horse duo, Gin and Finley, stopped to play at the beach during their cross-country adventure. “The first step to making things happen is to believe they are possible.” On this National Day of the Horse (Dec. 13) we’re featuring a mustang from the Palomino Buttes Herd Management Area (HMA)
Mammography Happy Hour was a success! Health Care News December 13, 2023December 13, 20230 Submitted photos Family Nurse Practitioner Mary Schimmelpfennig serving one of her delicious mocktails to Clinical Manager Jessica Richardson. On the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 29, Harney District Hospital (HDH) held a Mammography Happy Hour in the HDH Family Care Clinic lobby. Featuring mocktails, snacks, music, and giveaways, the event aimed to encourage women
Oregon Department of Transportation reduces levels of service around the state News December 6, 2023December 5, 20231 Representing Harney County, Harney County Judge Bill Hart and Rick Paul attended the Southeast Area Commission on Transportation (SEACT) meeting that was held in Ontario on Monday, Nov. 27. During the meeting, Ken Patterson, regional manager for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), led the discussion regarding the budget for Region
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
Raschio rules that Measure 114 violates state constitution News November 29, 2023December 6, 20230 Measure 114, which was passed by Oregon voters in November 2022, was struck down by Harney County Judge Robert Raschio during a hearing in Burns on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023. The measure required those wishing to purchase a firearm to obtain a permit from local law enforcement. In order to obtain
Spark Collaborative celebrates anniversary Arts and Entertainment Business Community November 29, 2023November 29, 20230 Submitted photo Located at 341 N. Broadway in downtown Burns, Spark Collaborative Studio supports local artisans and makes their creations available to the public. Spark Collaborative Studio will host an open house Saturday, Dec. 9, from 5–7 p.m., to celebrate four years of supporting local artisans and making their creations available to