Crystal Crane Hot Springs: It’s about the water Business News March 14, 2018March 14, 20180 Are you feeling stressed, tired, overwhelmed, or overworked? Perhaps you’re looking for some family fun, a unique experience with friends, a romantic getaway, or a little “me time”. Crystal Crane Hot Springs is an ideal destination for anyone looking to relax, unwind, and “go with the flow”. Located just off Highway 78
Correctional facility seeking contractors for vocational shop expansion News March 7, 2018March 7, 20180 by Sarah Evans Oregon Youth Authority Communications for the Burns Times-Herald The vocational shop building at Eastern Oregon Youth Correctional Facility in Burns is jammed full of machine engines, routers, saws, auto parts, and a variety of tools of all shapes and sizes. In some sections, it’s hard to find a path for
Hines discusses mosquito control Hines Common Council News March 7, 2018March 8, 20180 At the Hines Common Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 27, Councilor Dan Grigg brought up the possibility of the city performing some sort of mosquito control this spring. Grigg stated he brought up the topic for two reasons, the first being the threat of West Nile virus that mosquitoes carry and
Public encouraged to comment on Facilities Master Plans County Court News February 28, 2018March 1, 20180 Teresa Dixon attended the regular meeting of the Harney County Court on Feb. 21 to discuss the draft Malheur National Forest Facilities Master Plans. A Facility Master Plan is an inventory of the recreation, fire, administration, and other facilities located on a national forest. Forests use these documents to help examine
Local students selected for music scholarships Arts and Entertainment News Youth February 28, 2018March 1, 20180 Four local music students were awarded music scholarships at the Harney County Chamber Music Society Scholarship Recital on Feb. 17. Harpist Julia Welsh received the R.B. (Dick) Hoffman Scholarship, while Cyrus Mocan playing baritone saxophone was awarded the Darryl and Gail Womack and Dale and Valeria Eggleston Scholarship for middle
Hines passes marijuana business ordinance Hines Common Council News February 21, 2018February 21, 20180 After City Administrator Judy Erwin read it in full, and then by title only, the Hines Common Council unanimously agreed to approve Ordinance 317 during the regular meeting on Feb. 13. Ordinance 317 amends sections of Ordinance 295 and Ordinance 314, regarding marijuana business permits and time and manner restrictions for
Local health care providers will be offering screenings Health Care News February 21, 2018February 22, 20180 Harney District Hospital (HDH), Harney County Health Department, and Burns Dental Group are teaming up to provide several health screening opportunities for the community as part of Harney Health Screening Week taking place March 5-9. Participants will be entered into prize drawings for each screening completed, and the public is
Pedersens selected grand marshals Community News February 14, 2018February 14, 20181 In honor of the many volunteers who help make the Harney County Fair, Rodeo, and Race Meet a success, the Fair Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was held Saturday, Feb. 10, in the Memorial Building at the fairgrounds. Following a tri-tip dinner, it was announced that Tiny and Sue Pedersen will serve as
Ceremony held to dedicate highway sign News Veterans February 14, 2018February 14, 20180 On Wednesday, Feb. 7, Harney County dignitaries, residents, and students gathered in front of the courthouse for a ceremony to dedicate the Oregon Medal Of Honor Highway sign that is now located just a few miles east of Burns on Highway 20. The sign is the seventh of 12 signs to
HDH working to prevent spread of flu-like illness Health Care News February 7, 2018February 8, 20180 Due to widespread influenza-like illness in Harney County, Harney District Hospital (HDH) has placed temporary restrictions on visitors to protect the health of patients. These restrictions are for visitors only. As always, anyone needing medical care is allowed entry at all times. Anyone entering the hospital to visit a patient must stop