Hilander wrestling takes second at district, send nine wrestlers to state Burns Wrestling Sports February 15, 2024February 15, 20240 The BHS wrestling team finished in second place at the Special District 3A District 4 wrestling tournament held in Burns Friday and Saturday, Feb. 9-10. The Hilanders scored 259 points with 13 wrestlers placing, six of those champions in their respective weight class: Kempton Richardson (106), Henry Barnes (120), Kale Cornell
Kayden Lee Landen Galusha 2008 – 2024 Obituary February 14, 2024February 14, 20240 Kayden Lee Landen Galusha passed away Feb. 2, 2024, at St. Charles Medical Center in Bend. Kayden was brought into the world on June 9, 2008, by mother, Amber Smith and father, Richard Galusha. Kayden was a kind kid with an amazing sense of humor. He enjoyed hunting for treasures, catching crawdads,
Memorial Service – Douglas Eki 1939 – 2024 Obituary February 14, 2024February 14, 20240 Douglas Eki graduated from Burns Union High School in 1958. A Memorial Service is planned for Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, at 2 p.m., at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Gresham, Ore., 795 East Powell, Blvd., Gresham. The service is open to the public.
Ross Gruenwald 1965 – 2024 Obituary February 14, 2024February 14, 20240 “Larger than life,” a phrase that follows Ross Gruenwald even still. During the afternoon of Feb. 8, 2024, Ross had a major heart attack. The damage was extensive and two days later, he passed peacefully in the company of family. He was fifty nine years old, and is survived by
Dale K. Cochran July 10, 1953 – Jan. 27, 2024 Obituary February 14, 2024February 14, 20240 Dale K. Cochran passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024. He was a very funny, caring and loving person, that would help if anyone was in need. And was always quick with a joke at all times. Dale graduated from Crow High School, where he
MedQuest Camp accepting applications Health Care News February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 The first Frontier MedQuest Camp was held in June 2023 in Harney County. Applications are now open for 2024. Harney District Hospital (HDH) is teaming up with the High Desert Partnership, Northeast Oregon Area Health Education Center (NEOAHEC), and local health care providers to bring the Frontier MedQuest Health Career Exploration
74th annual Chamber Awards winners Community News February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 The 74th annual Chamber Awards Dinner was held Saturday, Feb. 3, in the Burns Elks Lodge. The theme of this year’s dinner was ‘You Are An Important Piece of Harney County’. CASA of Eastern Oregon won the People’s Choice awards and the Nazarene Church won the Judge’s Choice for their
Five Hi Desert wrestlers place at OWA State Championships Sports Youth February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 Five Hi Desert Mat Club wrestlers placed at the OWA Kids Folkstyle State Championships at the Oregon State Fair & Expo Center in Salem, on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 27-28. Hadley Gunderson took home the gold in the 14U girls 115-pound weight class. Wyatt Zipser (14U boys 87) and Amir Schouviller
Adeline Reneé Steen “Addie” 2016 – 2024 Obituary February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 In loving memory of Adeline Reneé Steen “Addie”, who passed away unexpectedly following a courageous battle with her illness. Born on Feb. 11, 2016, she brought joy and warmth to everyone around her. With a heart of gold, she touched the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. Addie departed this
Juanita Andueza 1932 – 2024 Obituary February 7, 2024February 7, 20240 Juanita Sanzberro Andueza passed away peacefully in Eagle, Idaho, with family by her side, on Jan. 29, 2024, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was 91. Juanita has reunited with God and the love of her life, Agustin. Juanita was born Sept. 7, 1932, in Etxalar, Navarra, located in the