Jonathan Roger Schmeck 1999 – 2025 Obituary April 23, 2025April 23, 20250 On March 24, 2025, Jonathan Roger Schmeck passed away from a car accident on his way to work. He was just 25 years old. Jonathan was born on Aug. 29, 1999, in Bend, the oldest son of Penny Lee Dean Schmeck and Laird Leon Schmeck. Jonathan was named after his paternal
Joe Elmer Miller 1934-2025 Obituary April 23, 2025April 23, 20250 Joe Miller passed away peacefully at age 90, on April 17, 2025, at his ranch in Frenchglen surrounded by family. He was born on Nov. 26, 1934, in the Miller House in Frenchglen to parents, Taft and Nellie Miller. He was the second youngest of seven children. Joe and his younger
Donald George Toelle 1929 – 2025 Obituary April 16, 2025April 16, 20250 Don Toelle spent most of his life in Harney County, ranching, rodeoing, and raising a family. Don was born March 20, 1929, in Linnton, Ore., where his parents, Ferdinand and Mary Toelle, ran a small farm. Don was the second youngest of their seven children. He spent his childhood working
Death Notice – Lola J. Sevey Obituary April 16, 2025April 16, 20250 Lola J. Sevey, 75 of Ontario, formerly of Burns passed away Friday, April 11, 2025. Arrangements are under the direction of the Haren-Wood Funeral Chapel, Ontario.
Eugene “Geno” Andueza June 8, 1962 – April 1, 2025 Obituary April 9, 2025April 9, 20250 Geno Andueza passed peacefully in the company of family and loved ones on April 1, 2025, in Bend. He was 62. Geno was born June 8, 1962, in San Sebastian, Spain, located in the Basque region of Spain, to parents, Agustin Andueza of Lesaka, Spain, and Juanita Sanzberro of Etxalar, Spain.
James E. Salsbery 1943 – 2025 Obituary April 9, 2025April 9, 20250 James E. Salsbery, born July 14, 1942, in Prineville, and passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at the age of 82. He was the beloved son of Joe and Bessie (Clear) Salsbery. Jim was a proud member of the 4th Brigade of the Army Reserves, demonstrating a dedication to service
Cheryl Lea Land 1957 – 2025 Obituary April 9, 2025April 9, 20250 Cheryl Lea Land passed away on April 2, 2025. A funeral service will be held for Cheryl on Saturday, April 12, at 1 p.m., at the Harney County Church of the Nazarene, 311 Roe Davis Ave. A full obituary will follow at a later date.
Clint Troy Starbuck 1987 – 2025 Obituary April 9, 2025April 9, 20250 Clint Troy Starbuck passed away on March 11, 2025, in a fatal car accident in Harney County. He was 37 years old. Clint was born on April 19, 1987, in Harney County to Cliff and Pam Starbuck. Clint was raised and lived in Harney County. He graduated from Crane Union High
Governor Kotek declares emergency due to severe flooding in Southeastern Oregon Community News April 2, 2025April 2, 20250 Emergency declaration permits responders to use all necessary and appropriate resources to support flooding response On Saturday, March 29, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency in response to severe flooding in southeastern Oregon, including Harney County and the Burns Paiute Reservation. Rapid snowmelt combined with continued precipitation has overwhelmed
Harney County Migratory Bird Festival set for April 10-13 Community April 2, 2025April 2, 20250 As of this printing, the 2025 Harney County Migratory Bird Festival is on schedule for April 10 through 13. Flooding remains a high concern, and the event could be canceled with short notice. If able to carry on, we’ll be set up at Geno’s Youth Center for the first time