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
Hilanders take down Henley in the finals at the Challenger Invitational Burns Sports Burns Volleyball September 2, 2026September 2, 20260 Photo courtesy of BHS Volleyball The No. 2 seeded Hilanders won the Challenger Invitational held in Medford by defeating Henley in the finals. Back row: Megan Weil, Coral Averett, Kristee Condon, and Baileigh Nisbet. Front row: Co-head coach Paula Toney, Amaya Ballard, Natalee Otley-Smith, Bailey Temple, Shelby Peasley and co-head coach
Calesta Elane (Sly) Markgraf 1963 – 2026 Obituary September 2, 2026September 2, 20260 Calesta Elane (Sly) Markgraf, age 62, passed away on Aug.14, 2026, in Ontario. She was born on Oct. 9, 1963, in Springfield, Ore., to Richard and Delorse Sly. Shortly after Calesta’s birth, the family moved to Halfway, Ore., where she was joined by her younger sister, Cindy, in 1965. The family later
Joyce Elene Yarber Sahlberg 1937 – 2026 Obituary September 2, 2026September 2, 20260 Joyce Elene Yarber Sahlberg, age 89, of Burns, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, surrounded by her love of her family. Joyce was born on July 24, 1937, in Burns, to William and Violet Yarber. She was a loving sister to Chester, Wilma, Patsy, and Billy, and she cherished that