William Z. Thomson 1933 – 2026 Obituary September 16, 2026September 16, 20260 William Z. Thomson, of Ontario, formerly of Burns, passed away at his home on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at the age of 93. A husband, veteran, father, rancher and businessman; a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 67. He was most proud of his time employed as the Malheur County
Rae-Jean Marie Neumann May 17, 1955 – Sept. 5, 2026 Obituary September 16, 2026September 16, 20260 Rae-Jean Marie Neumann was a life-long resident of Harney County from pioneer stock and fourth generation on the Thompson Family Ranch near Princeton and Diamond. Her life and legacy’s unfathomable impact cannot be matched. As a teacher she shared priceless knowledge, values and wisdom her students will carry for the
Larry Perdue Jan. 11, 1940 – Aug. 26, 2026 Obituary September 16, 2026September 16, 20260 On Aug. 26, 2026, Larry Perdue went to be with the Lord at his home in Burns, surrounded by his family. Larry was born on Jan. 11, 1940, to Joy and Dale Perdue in Vale, S.D. He attended school in Vale, Ore., and in South Dakota. He moved back to Oregon from
Walter Franklin “Frank” Buck Sept. 30, 1936 – Aug. 18, 2026 Obituary September 16, 2026September 16, 20260 Throughout his life Walter Franklin “Frank” Buck relished spending time in the outdoors, from building an agricultural career in the Willamette Valley and establishing a family farm in the Woodburn area, to spending many happy hours as an avid sportsman fishing and hunting and piloting his Piper Super Cub. Frank Buck
Gary Lynn Hebener 1941 – 2026 Obituary September 16, 2026September 16, 20260 Gary Lynn Hebener passed away on July 21, 2026, after suffering a heart attack. Gary was born May 22, 1941, in Caldwell, Idaho, to Fred Huston and Vanita Pearson, now deceased. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sherrill Lee Hebener. Gary was a retired telephone wire splicer and enjoyed
Cattlewomen annual Chuckwagon Breakfast this Saturday Community News September 9, 2026September 9, 20260 Photo courtesy of HCCW By Ramonda A. Thompson, HCCW The Harney County CattleWomen (HCCW) Chuckwagon Breakfast is once again being held on the Saturday of Fair Week, Sept. 12, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Harney County Community Building next to the Chamber of Commerce. The Fair Chuckwagon Breakfast continues to
World’s tiniest trade show returns to Frenchglen Arts and Entertainment Community September 9, 2026September 9, 20260 We may not have a Costco or a Home Depot but what we have in droves are talented western makers. There is simply something about the middle of nowhere that attracts artists and craftsmen like no other. Maybe it is the solitude needed to create, or inspiration from the landscape but
Hilanders pulverize Outlaws at home 55-0 Burns Football Burns Sports September 9, 2026September 9, 20260 Submitted photos The offensive line lead the way for Burns’ win Friday, as the ground game rushed for 241 yards Bouncing back from a loss against Weiser the week before, Burns came out firing on all cylinders and never looked back, trouncing the Sisters Outlaws at home on Friday, Sept. 4, 55-0. The
The carnival returns to the Harney County Fair & Rodeo Arts and Entertainment Community September 2, 2026September 2, 20260 The 2026 Harney County Fair & Rodeo has secured a carnival for the second year in a row, running Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 10-12 at the Harney County Fairgrounds. Wristbands One-day unlimited ride wristband will cost $35 (presale) and $40 if purchased onsite. The wristband will be valid for one-day for one-person, with no
Bat tests positive for rabies in Harney County Community News September 2, 2026September 2, 20260 On Friday, Aug. 28, the Harney County Health Department let the community know that a bat collected in rural Harney County had tested positive for rabies, according to the Oregon State Veterinary Laboratory. The bat was safely collected by a private citizen and veterinary-euthanized after it was observed acting strangely and