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
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
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
Carolyn Juanita Christensen Dec. 13, 1935 – Aug. 16, 2026 Obituary August 26, 2026September 2, 20260 Carolyn Juanita Christensen, 90, passed away at Harney District Hospital Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026. She was born on Dec. 13, 1935 in Jonesboro, Ark., to Joe and Freda Coleman. She was the oldest of three children, including brother, Jerry and sister, Fran. On Dec. 9, 1965, Carolyn married her best friend
Toni K. (Cargill) Hilbert 1959 – 2026 Obituary August 26, 2026September 2, 20260 Toni K. (Cargill) Hilbert, 67, who loved her horses, family and friends fiercely, passed away unexpectedly in Burns, on Friday Aug. 15. Toni was born June 22, 1959, in El Centro. Cali., to Carl and Linda (Hix) Cargill. Toni grew up in California, graduating from Del Oro High School in Loomis,
Marilyn Louise Ausmus Bamberry Watts 1931 – 2026 Obituary August 26, 2026September 2, 20260 Marilyn Louise Ausmus Bamberry Watts, 94, passed away on Aug. 14, 2026, after a fall. She was born near Burns on Nov. 7, 1931, leaving a legacy of service to others, loyalty to family and friends and as a creative homemaker. An avid historian of Harney County and the pioneers that