Hilanders take down Buffs 48-7 in home opener Burns Football September 17, 2025September 17, 20250 The BHS football team played their first home game of the season, trouncing the Madras Buffaloes 48-7 and unveiled their new state championship board at Corbett Memorial Field on Friday, Sept. 12. Before the game, the football state championship board was redone to make way for the Hilanders’ 2024 state championship
Ralph Maxwell Steinke 1937 – 2025 Obituary September 17, 2025September 17, 20250 Ralph Maxwell Steinke was born Sept. 20, 1937, in Spokane, Wash., to Emma and Walter Steinke. He grew up on a Dairy farm in Granite Falls, Wash., and then joined the Navy and served on both the Red Fish and Besugo submarines. He married Ruth Ann Rice in 1961 and they had two
John Steven Koenig July 25, 1943 – Aug. 6, 2025 Obituary September 17, 2025September 17, 20250 John Steven Koenig, a former Burns area resident, passed away at his home in Albany, Ore., as a result of a long-term chronic illness. Steven was born in Manhasset, N.Y., to John Joseph Koenig and Helen Zavis Koenig and grew up in New York and New Jersey. He earned a BS
Luis Maria Ansotegui 1943 – 2025 Obituary September 10, 2025September 10, 20250 Luis Maria Ansotegui, 82, of Burns, passed away peacefully on Aug. 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on June 21, 1943, in Gauteguiz de Arteaga, Bizkaia, Spain, to the late Juan and Iluminada Ansotegui. Our father, Aita, graduated from La Escuela de Artes y Oficios
Henry Yee Feb. 18, 1939 – Sept. 4, 2025 Obituary September 10, 2025September 10, 20250 Henry Jay Yee, of Marietta, Ga., passed away peacefully on Sept. 4, 2025. Born on Feb. 18, 1939, in Burns, Henry graduated from the University of Oregon with a Bachelor of Science in History. He went on to serve with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as a Supervisory Employee Relations
Dave F. Miller July 14, 1946 – June 4, 2025 Obituary September 10, 2025September 10, 20250 Dave Miller, long-time Harney County, Crane area resident, passed away in Eugene, after several months of illness. A memorial stone has been placed in the Miller family plot at the Burns Cemetery. No ceremony is planned. Friends are welcome to honor Dave in their own way.
From flatbeds to fast horses – the 101st Harney County Fair is here! Community News September 3, 2025September 4, 20250 The tradition continues, and the spirit of the West rides strong! Harney County is proud to present the 101st Annual Harney County Fair and Rodeo, a celebration of heritage, heart, and pride in western values. From Sept. 2-6, Burns will come alive with the sights, sounds, and energy of the
2025 Harney County Fair & Rodeo Grand Marshals Community News September 3, 2025September 4, 20250 By Jessica Smith We are honored to announce Steve and Kristi Rickman as our Harney County Fair and Rodeo grand marshals. Steve grew up in Izee on a ranch and Kristi moved to Harney County in 1977 with her family. They ranched and raised hay on Crane-Buchanen RD. at the base
Lady Hilanders kick off season with two wins Burns Volleyball Sports September 3, 2025September 4, 20250 Photos by Nolan Graham The Burns Hilander volleyball team started the 2025 season with two wins at the Grant Union Tournament held Saturday, Aug. 30. In their first game, the Hilanders faced-off against the Heppner Mustangs and won in straight sets 25-20, 25-16. Jocelyn Graham led the way for the Hilanders in attacking,
Mary Anna Taylor Wilber 1941 – 2025 Obituary September 3, 2025September 3, 20250 Mary Anna Taylor Wilber, 83, passed away peacefully on Aug. 9, 2025 in Oregon City, Ore. To those who knew and loved her, she was Mary Ann, Marian, Mom and Nana. Mary Ann was born on Christmas Day 1941 in Portland, to Howard and Olga Taylor. With two deaf parents and her brother