Hines welcomes new police officer News September 14, 2022September 14, 20220 Submitted photos Hines City Administrator Kirby Letham (right) swears in Trysten Luelling (left), the newest officer for the Hines Police Department. The city of Hines welcomed Trysten Luelling as the newest officer for the Hines Police Department. City Administrator Kirby Letham and Police Chief Ryan DeLange said they are thrilled that Luelling joined
Father Ray Kelly singing to help Save A Stray Arts and Entertainment Community News September 14, 2022September 13, 20220 Submitted photos International singing sensation Father Ray Kelly will perform Tuesday, Sept. 20 at the Historic Central Hotel in downtown Burns to benefit HC Save A Stray, a local animal rescue organization. Father Ray Kelly — pastor of St. Brigids and St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Castle, County Meath Ireland —
Youth find meaningful summer work in remote corners of Harney County News September 7, 2022September 7, 20220 Photo courtesy of High Desert Partnership Kaylee Littlefield, Amanda Sutcliffe, Hunter Kemper, and Carter Lardy giving a presentation about their summer monitoring work during a Harney County Wildfire Collaborative Stinkingwater Mountains field tour in July. by Scott Barton for Burns Times-Herald Members of High Desert Partnership’s (HDP’s) Summer Monitoring Crew play a crucial role
County set to purchase Lincoln Building County Court News September 7, 2022September 7, 20220 The following are the unapproved minutes from the Harney County Court meeting held Aug. 17. These minutes were edited for clarity and length. Harney County Judge Pete Runnels reported that the Harney County School District No. 3 Board accepted the purchase offer for the Lincoln Building. Runnels consulted with the county’s attorney
The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in Harney County Business News August 31, 2022September 7, 20220 Submitted photo Nine of the 10 entrepreneurs who participated in the spring 2022 CO.STARTERS program. Every business in Harney County is essential. Unlike urban areas, which have multiple competing businesses, Harney County relies on each of its small business to serve the needs of the community. The good news is that interest
Hines approves permit for Oktoberfest Hines Common Council News August 31, 2022September 7, 20220 The following are the unapproved minutes from the Hines Common Council meeting held Aug. 23. These minutes were edited for clarity and length. Dan Porter informed the council that approximately 2,000 people attend the Beer & Brats Music Festival in June. Seven merchandise vendors, six food vendors, and six bands participated in
Hodge family purchases Hines Pine Mill House Business News August 24, 2022August 24, 20220 Photos by TERRI WATTS From L-R: Roger, Ollie, and Shani Hodge are the new owners of the Hines Pine Mill House, a four-bedroom bed and breakfast located at the former office headquarters of the Edward Hines Lumber Company. The Hines Pine Mill House, a four-bedroom bed and breakfast located at 705 Highway
Chainsaw artist carves out a better life Arts and Entertainment Business News August 24, 2022August 24, 20220 Photos by TERRI WATTS Ryan Huber found a therapeutic outlet through the art of chainsaw carving. Artist Ryan Huber can bring his customers’ creative visions to life with a chainsaw and a piece wood. His carved creations can currently be found under the moniker Huber Hallow. Much like the wood that he
New superintendent appointed at Harney County School District No. 3 News School Board August 17, 2022August 16, 20220 Following the sudden and unexpected resignation of Superintendent Steve Quick, the Harney County School District No. 3 (HCSD No. 3) Board of Directors was forced to find a temporary superintendent in a matter of days. Quick accepted a superintendent position in Washington. The job offer came well after the normal time
Local schools welcome new teachers this year News August 17, 2022August 16, 20220 Photo by NOLAN GRAHAM A few of the new teachers who will be joining local schools this year. From L-R: Erin Cate, Shannon Swindlehurst, Noah Hire, Laura Hollaway, Aurora Potts, Ron Schlauch, Bryce Tiernan, and Kristen Halvorsen. As summer comes to a close and fall sports begin, it’s time to get ready