Marc Anderson 1935-2020 Obituary March 18, 2020March 18, 20200 Marc Hughes Anderson, known to many as Poppy, Andy or Bud, passed away in the early morning hours of March 4, still holding the love of his life’s hand. An extraordinary man who gave so much to others will be greatly missed. Marc was born July 12, 1935, in Burns. The
Postponement – Bill Thew Obituary March 18, 2020March 18, 20200 The celebration of life for Bill Thew that was scheduled for April 18 at Crane Union High School has been postponed until this fall.
P.E.O. Re-Style event to be held March 14 Community News March 11, 2020March 10, 20200 Submitted photos Harriet Langmas will provide a presentation on fashion trends and ways to accessorize. If you’re looking to stay current with the latest fashion trends or need some new accessories to freshen your wardrobe, mark your calendar for the P.E.O. Re-Style featuring Harriet Langmas set for Saturday, March 14, at the
TBLMT receives an Outstanding Achievement Award News March 11, 2020March 10, 20200 Submitted photos L -R: 2020 SRM Outstanding Achievement Award for Stewardship recipients, Oregon TBLMT members Tony Svejcar, Vanessa Schroeder, Dustin Johnson, and Chad Boyd with SRM President (2019) Dr. Clayton Marlow. The Oregon Threat-Based Land Management Team (TBLMT) received an Outstanding Achievement Award for Land Stewardship at the Society for Range Management’s
Crane finishes perfect season with 1A girls championship Crane Basketball Crane Sports Sports March 11, 2020March 11, 20200 Photos by DEBBIE RANEY The Crane girls basketball team celebrates with the Mustang faithful at Baker High School after defeating St. Paul for the 1A championship on Saturday, March 7. After finishing the regular season undefeated, the Crane girls basketball team took the unblemished season one step further by bringing home the
Marlene Inez Watkins 1938-2020 Obituary March 11, 2020March 11, 20201 Marlene Inez Watkins passed away peacefully in her home March 3, with her family by her side. Marlene was born Feb. 9, 1938, to Robert and Catherine Munz in Montesano, Wash. She, her parents and sister lived in Elma, Wash., until moving to Tacoma, Wash., where Marlene graduated from Stadium High
Keith Harold “Mike” Choate 1948-2020 Obituary March 11, 2020March 11, 20200 Keith Harold “Mike” Choate, husband and father of five children, passed away March 4 at the age of 71. Born May 10, 1948, in Spokane, Wash., to Keith and Clara Choate, Mike volunteered for the National Guard, and then spent his working career as a business owner, mechanic, and Polaris dealer.
Hines Council considers census, housing Hines Common Council News March 4, 2020March 4, 20200 As mandated by the U.S. Constitution, a census is taken in the United States every 10 years, and this is the year for all citizens to “stand and be counted.” On Feb. 25, Sharon Dunn, a census recruiter, attended the Hines Common Council meeting to talk about the census and job
Burns boasts electric vehicle charging station News March 4, 2020March 4, 20200 Photo by RANDY PARKS From left: Ramona Hofman with Harney County Opportunity Team, Lea Gettle, OTEC’s manager of administration and strategic services, Harney County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lola Johnson, OTEC director of engineering, Susie Snyder, OTEC’s supervisor of energy programs, and Eric Wirfs, OTEC’s director of member services. Oregon Trail
Hilanders wrestle their way to 3A state championship Burns Sports Burns Wrestling Sports March 4, 2020March 4, 20200 Photos by LINDY WILLIAMS The Burns wrestling team took the 3A state title, and the Burns coaching staff was named 3A Coaches of the Year during the OSAA 3A State Wrestling Tournament at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland Feb. 28-29. The Burns wrestling team is once again on top of the Oregon