Dawnita Haueter, Malheur County fairgrounds manager, was fired from her position Monday, May 22, just weeks after she was placed on administrative leave.
Author: Pat Caldwell
Malheur County farmers can count on ample water for planting, harvest seasons
Malheur County reservoirs are nearly full, a signal there will be plenty of water for irrigation through the summer.
Fans converge on Jordan Valley for the Big Loop Rodeo
The Big Loop Rodeo featured plenty of action last weekend and attracted sizeable crowds over its three-day run.
Nyssa to rename city park after fallen police officer, event set June 13
The city of Nyssa will rename North Park to Corporal Joe Johnson Memorial Park in June in recognition of Johnson’s service to the community. Johnson was shot and killed in the line of duty in April.
More money will be needed to finish rail reload center while construction remains stalled
The Treasure Valley Reload Center will face more delays and won’t open until next year while the county may be on the hook to find more money to finish the project.
Two killed in highway head-on crash near Jordan Valley
Two people died in a head-on car accident near Jordan Valley, Sunday, May 21. The crash closed the highway for two hours.
Ontario fee proposal to fund cop slot draws opposition from three city councilors
Debbie Folden, Ontario mayor, wants to fee to beef up public safety but the idea isn’t a popular with several city council members.
Police launch crackdown on illegal drugs, weapons with Ontario raid
Police confiscated drugs, weapons and made a series of arrests at a home in the 300 block of Northwest 11th Avenue in Ontario, May 10.
Kesey steps in as new undersheriff for Malheur County
Dave Kesey, a longtime member of the sheriff’s office, was selected to be the new undersheriff in April. He replaces Travis Johnson who was appointed to be sheriff.
Mal’s Diner Spring Fling on tap for some weekend fun
For the second year, Mal’s Diner owner Malinda Castleberry will host a Spring Fling next to the eatery on North Court Street in Vale.
