Author: Jason Chaney | Central Oregonian

Opinion

FAITH: In the garden beds

Take a moment to breathe, be quiet and listen, asking God what you’re supposed to care for Read more

News

CENTRAL OREGON HISTORY: Crook County Sheriff was later a convicted arsonist

Charles Samuel Smith, said to have paid for torching sheep camp, denied charges Read more

Opinion

MCLANE: For when you feel like dirt

The summertime heat has a way of reminding us that life is messy and complicated Read more

Lifestyle

Humane Society of the Ochocos unveiling new dog wing

The 7,000 square foot building will house 43 dog kennels and features a sallyport, grooming area and kitchen Read more

Lifestyle

Picnic in the Park series launches with Fab Four flair

Picnic in the Park, the free annual concert series hosted by Crook County Foundation, kicked off its 2025 ... Read more

Opinion

A lot went right with the Highland Fire, but there is still room to improve

The Highland Fire is not completely extinguished at the time of this writing, but it is largely contained, ... Read more

News

City of Prineville ribbon cutting officially opens Combs Flat Road extension

The City of Prineville held a ribbon cutting ceremony facilitated by the Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce on ... Read more

News

Highland Fire 75% contained Wednesday, evacuation levels reduced

Firefighting efforts have continued to control the Highland Fire in Juniper Canyon, which is 75% contained as of ... Read more

News

Events calendar, July 23 – August 5

Wednesday, July 23: Crook County Library is hosting kids story time at 10 a.m. For more information, call ... Read more

News

BACK IN TIME – 1950: Prisoner digs his way to a jail escape

2000: Speedway developers move on from Crook County to Port of Morrow Read more