Conversation concerning sheriff’s position continues County Court News October 16, 2019October 17, 20190 Discussion regarding how to fill the sheriff’s position continued during the Harney County Court meeting on Oct. 2. On Sept. 4, Harney County Sheriff Dave Ward presented a letter stating that his last day in office will be Jan. 2, 2020. During the county court meeting on Sept. 18, Harney County Judge
Eastern Oregon Coordinated Care Organization holds community meetings Health Care News October 16, 2019October 17, 20190 Public invited to help shape future of local healthcare Eastern Oregon Coordinated Care Organization (EOCCO) will hold community meetings in each of the 12 counties it serves. EOCCO serves Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) members throughout the 12-county region. The meetings present an opportunity to learn about community-driven health improvement efforts, and to
Crane blanks Cove 58-0 in homecoming win Burns Football Sports October 16, 2019October 17, 20190 Photos by RANDY PARKS Seth Doman of Crane hauls in a 63-yard TD pass. The Crane Mustangs rolled to a 58-0 win over Cove on Friday, Oct. 11, improving to 3-1 in league, and 5-1 overall. The Leopards had no answer for the Mustangs’ breakaway speed, as Crane scored four touchdowns of 40
Bobbie Rae Miller Obituary October 16, 2019October 22, 20190 Bobbie Rae Miller, 49, passed away from medical complications Oct. 4 in Portland. Bobbie served in the U.S. Navy from 1988-1994. She was a member of VFW Auxiliary 3440 in Bandon. Since moving to Burns, Bobbie was active in school functions with her children. She loved to go to Bunco and Bingo,
Bobbie (Stapleton) Barbee 1928-2019 Obituary October 16, 2019October 22, 20190 Bobbie (Stapleton) Barbee passed away Aug. 15 at her son’s home in Grants Pass. She was born to Orin “Babe” Reeder and Mildred Gordon Sept. 5, 1928, in Portland. Her early years were spent in Klamath Falls. In 1932, she moved to California with her mother and stepfather, Nick Burks. Her
Laundromat opening in Hines Business News October 9, 2019October 9, 20190 Photos by SAMANTHA WHITE Steve and Doris Davison plan to open The Country Washboard later this month. Noticing a need in the community for a self-serve laundromat, Steve and Doris Davison plan to open The Country Washboard later this month. The Davisons originally intended to start their business inside an existing building, but
Pioneer Celebration scheduled for Saturday Community News October 9, 2019October 10, 20190 Submitted photos L-R: Lila Tilley, Mildred Fine, George Sahlberg, and Terry Williams will be honored during this year’s Pioneer Celebration. by Karen Nitz for Burns Times-Herald In a break with the traditional potluck luncheon that’s held each year in June, the community is invited to the 103rd annual Pioneer Celebration on Saturday, Oct. 12,
Burns runs past Irrigon in EOL opener 60-0 Burns Football Burns Sports Sports October 9, 2019October 9, 20190 Photos by BRIAN GRAHAM Dakota Ceja of Burns breaks free on a long run in the Hilanders’ win over Irrigon. Dakota Ceja rushed for 205 yards and three touchdowns on just eight carries to lead Burns to a 60-0 road victory over Irrigon in the Eastern Oregon league (EOL) opener on Friday,
Rosanna (Rosie) Irene Burgess Duberow 1923-2019 Obituary October 9, 2019October 10, 20190 Rosanna (Rosie) Irene Burgess Duberow passed away Sept. 26, at the age of 96. She was born March 7, 1923, in Bend, to Samuel and Myrtle Scoggin Burgess who were part of the Shevlin-Hixon logging company. Rosanna graduated from La Pine High School. She was a princess in the Bend Water
Steven J. McNeil 1946-2019 Obituary October 9, 2019October 10, 20190 Steven J. McNeil, 72, passed away unexpectedly Oct. 1, at his residence in Lakeview. He was born Nov. 22, 1946, in Albany, the son of Fred G. and Frances E. McNeil. Steve graduated from Junction City High School, class of 1965. Following graduation, he served in the Army National Guard for seven