Supporters of Ontario's sales tax counted on Mayor Ron Verini for most of their money, while opponents had few major donors.

Doug Madrid, 54, died in a rural driveway outside of Ontario last week from a shotgun blast. A police affidavit recounts one suspect's statements that Madrid boasted of killing people.

The Dufur principal said he is excited to start his new job. He is also looking forward to continuing his passion for rodeo and roping locally.

The voting is over and the sales tax is dead, but city officials should take several steps to maintain a dialogue and regain trust with their constituents.

Also coming up: library summer fun, monthly Chamber meeting, a church event and bake sale, and an alumni meeting

At a recent court hearing, Montwheeler addressed the judge directly for the first time. He had wanted to dismiss his defense attorneys, but the judge said they would stay for now.

Nyssa residents have no shortage of things to do in the coming week.

Three top students lead the Antelopes' Class of 2018

Loyal, energetic, hard-working – what more could a cowhand ask for?

Here's a round up of area events to keep you and your family busy.

Group hands out a record $14,950 in scholarships to 13 Vale High School graduates. The association started its program in 2003.

Crook County doused Ontario's bats and clinched a 3-0 victory May 18. The Tigers finish the season with a 14-11 mark and say goodbye to four seniors.

City leaders were advised opponents to Ontario's sales tax would never gather enough signatures to place a repeal on the ballot. Their wager, though, proved to be the wrong as opponents quickly mobilized to craft a referendum on the levy.

Class of 2018 will walk the stage on Sunday.

Elected leaders, though, want clear evidence the proposal is supported by city voters. That means the individual behind the effort, Mary Jo Evers, must collect 1,250 signatures of support by June 13.