Remembering the life and legacy of World War II veteran Kenneth Eldridge News Veterans February 2, 2022February 1, 20220 by Samantha White Burns Times-Herald World War II veteran Kenneth Eldridge passed away Jan. 25 at the age of 97. The Burns Times-Herald would like to honor his life and legacy by republishing his memoir, which originally ran on June 18, 2014. Eldridge was drafted into the U.S. Army Nov. 27, 1943, and
Natural resource economy picking up steam Business News February 2, 2022February 1, 20220 Stock photo High Desert Biomass is currently working with the U.S. Forest Service Emigrant Creek Ranger Station on a stewardship project. The cooperative has also conducted tests with juniper to determine whether that fuel would work with its boiler. by Lauren Brown for Burns Times-Herald When Louisiana-Pacific Corp. closed its laminated veneer mill in
Three Hi-Desert Mat Club wrestlers take first Sports February 2, 2022February 1, 20220 The Hi-Desert Mat Club traveled to Redmond to compete at the 2022 Oregon Kids State Championships at the Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center Saturday through Sunday, Jan. 29-30. Three of the club's wrestlers took home first place: Ethan Stampke, Kale Cornell, and Orion Houck. Results for the Hi-Desert team are
Funeral Notice Kenneth Eldridge Obituary February 2, 2022February 2, 20220 Kenneth (Kenny) Beryal Eldridge, 97, of Burns, passed away at his residence on Jan 25, 2022. A graveside service is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fort Harney Cemetery. Pastor Mark Webb will officiate and Kenneth’s service to our country will be recognized with Military Honors. Memorial
Betty Rae Jenkins 1938-2022 Obituary February 2, 2022February 2, 20220 Betty Rae Jenkins, 82, passed away Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 11, 2022 in the comfort of her family. Betty Rae was born in Oregon, Drain high school graduate, life-long resident of Oregon and lived in her beloved Burns area for the last 31 years. Betty Rae enjoyed going up into the Steens Mountain
Vincent B. Lewis 1961 – 2022 Obituary February 2, 2022February 2, 20220 Vincent B. Lewis, 60, went on his journey to the Creator’s world at his home in Burns. He was born on March 8, 1961 in Phoenix, Ariz. The son of Ruth Mary Hoodie and Frederick Randall Lewis. Vince grew up and attended schools in Burns, and Kicking Horse Job Corps, in
VETERAN Floyd Clinton Purdy 1935-2022 Obituary February 2, 2022February 2, 20220 Floyd Clinton Purdy, known to all as either Clint or Clinton, passed away Jan. 19 2022, in his home. Clint was born Mar. 27, 1935, in Burns. He was the sixth and youngest child of Raymond George and Ruth Avalon (Howard) Purdy. They were well known ranchers in Silvies Valley. Early education
Showcasing the work of Amy Roads Arts and Entertainment January 26, 2022January 26, 20220 Submitted photos A piece of Amy Roads' beautiful, handmade jewelry. by Mary Kerns for Burns Times-Herald In this week’s edition of Artist Behind the Art, we’re highlighting the work of Amy Roads. Roads moved to Burns three years ago, and she’s relatively new to the Spark Collaborative group. Her beautiful, handmade jewelry became available at
Help shape the future of healthcare in Harney County Health Care News January 26, 2022January 26, 20220 The 2022 Harney County Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) survey is scheduled to launch Feb. 1. A collaboration of Harney County Health District (Harney District Hospital), Harney County Health Department/High Country Health and Wellness Center, and Symmetry Care Inc., the survey aims to gather information about the health and health needs
Hilander girls add two more wins Burns Basketball Burns Sports Sports January 26, 2022January 26, 20220 The Burns Hilander girls basketball team picked up a pair of victories against Ontario and Riverside this past week. On Tuesday, Jan. 18, Burns demolished the Ontario Tigers at home, 60-13. Kaitlyn Wright led the Hilanders with 20 points. Akylah Kaino finished with 10, Kaya Dobson and Olivia Winn ended with eight