Harney County

Forum Over Oregon Standoff Canceled Over Safety Concerns
Forum Over Oregon Standoff Canceled Over Safety Concerns
Forum Over Oregon Standoff Canceled Over Safety Concerns
BURNS, Ore. (AP) — A judge who planned to host a community meeting Monday over the standoff at an Oregon wildlife refuge has canceled it due to safety concerns. Harney County Judge Steve Grasty said in a news release authorities had become aware of plans to protest the meeting and block the entrance to the county senior center, where it was to be held. Ear...
Harney County Sheriff Says They Will Not Be Intimidated
Harney County Sheriff Says They Will Not Be Intimidated
Harney County Sheriff Says They Will Not Be Intimidated
BURNS, Ore. (AP) — Harney County Sheriff Dave Ward said at a community meeting that those involved in the takeover of a national wildlife refuge have no consideration for the wishes or needs of the people of Harney County. He said if they did, they would work to bring this situation to a peaceful close. Ins...