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
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
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
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!
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
Malheur National Forest reduces closure area on Telephone Fire
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
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
William (Bill) Charles Manning Feb. 25, 1942 – Aug. 9, 2024
On Aug. 9, 2024, “Bill”, as he was known by many, left his home in Hines after he heard his savior calling him to his heavenly address. We will miss him until we join him there. Born in Dallas, Tex., to William Elmer Manning and Ella Mae (Merchant) Manning. In 1946,
Death Notice – Berniece McGee
Berniece McGee was born March 6, 1932 and passed away on Aug. 11, 2024. No services are planned.