Burns District BLM plans medusahead treatments Agriculture News August 27, 2025August 27, 20250 This fall, the Bureau of Land Management, Burns District, will conduct aerial herbicide applications across about 15,000 acres to target the invasive grass medusahead on public lands heavily impacted by wildfire. “Medusahead can take over a landscape in just a few years if left unchecked,” said Sam Cisney, BLM Burns District
NewSun Energy awards Climate + Ag scholarships to 11 rural Oregon graduates Agriculture Community August 27, 2025August 27, 20250 Nearly $20,000 Awarded Through 3rd Annual Essay Contest NewSun Energy is proud to announce the winners of the 3rd Annual Climate + Ag Scholarship Essay Contest and will award a total of $19,500 to 11 graduating seniors from across rural Oregon. The students, selected by a panel of regional leaders, stood
Jack Moss 1930 – 2025 Obituary August 27, 2025August 27, 20250 Jack Moss, age 94, passed away peacefully on Aug. 16, 2025, in Lakeview. Born on Sept. 13, 1930, in New Plymouth, Idaho. Jack lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a deep love for his family. Raised and educated in New Plymouth, Jack graduated with the class of 1949. He
Helen Hardwick Dec. 4, 1932 – Aug. 2, 2025 Obituary August 20, 2025August 20, 20250 Our beloved mother and grandmother, Helen Louise Hardwick, 92, passed away Saturday, Aug. 2, at The Aspens, in Burns, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Her family nickname of “Little Miss Sunshine”, an apt description of her sunny personality and ability to light up a room, she charmed others with
Patricia (Pat) Stagner Feb. 18, 1943 – June 7, 2025 Obituary August 20, 2025August 20, 20250 It is with deep sorrow that the family of Patricia (Pat) Ann Stagner announces her passing on June 7, 2025, at the age of 82, in Christmas Valley. She passed quietly sitting under the bright sun of the place she loved dearly. Pat was born Feb. 18, 1943 at Centerville, Iowa, to
Linda S. Read 1945-2025 Obituary August 13, 2025August 13, 20250 Linda Sue Read, age 80, of Washougal, Wash., passed away in hospice care on July 24, 2025 in Vancouver, Wash. Linda, the daughter of Wern and M. Lauretta Read of Lyle, Wash., was born on Jan. 1, 1945. She joined older brothers, Dick and Jim Read. She graduated from Lyle High
Austin “Oz” Fife Marr Obituary August 13, 2025August 13, 20250 Austin “Oz” Fife Marr, age 69, passed away peacefully at his home on July 27, 2025, surrounded by love. Born and raised in Portland, Oz lived a life full of purpose, pride, and passion. He spent time in Eastern Oregon before eventually settling in South Carolina. A proud American and Army
Janice L’Hommedieu Feb. 27, 1967 – July 31, 2025 Obituary August 6, 2025August 6, 20250 Janice L’Hommedieu, 58, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025. She was born in Hood River, on Feb. 27, 1967, and grew up in the communities of Burns and Glenwood, Wash. She lived in Stevenson, Wash., for many years before moving to Okanogan, Wash., where she spent the past six
Tom Puskarich 1944 – 2025 Obituary August 6, 2025August 6, 20250 Tom Puskarich passed away on July 15, 2025. Born on March 4, 1944, Tom was a friend to all. He was a teacher, member of the Burns Lion Club and Burns High School Principal. He was a loving husband and wonderful father. Tom is survived by his wife of 59 years,
Clyde Dennis Belcher 1946 – 2025 Obituary July 16, 2025July 16, 20250 Clyde Dennis Belcher, 78, of Princeton, passed away on July 8, 2025. Clyde was born on Dec. 31, 1946, in Coquille, Ore., to Bart and Mary (Weidner) Belcher. He was the sixth of seven children, and grew up alongside his siblings: Barbara Hannahs, Jack Belcher, Betty Miner, Linda Thompson, John Belcher,