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Two off-duty firefighters from Crook County are being credited with saving a motorist’s life after a dramatic crash on Highway 20 near the Yukwah Campground on Saturday morning, Mar. 22nd.

The Crook County High School (CCHS) Culinary Team has cooked up another big win—claiming their second state championship in just three years! This impressive accomplishment earns them a well-deserved spot at the national competition in Baltimore, Maryland.

A federal grand jury in Alaska has indicted an Oregon man on charges of transporting a minor with the intent of engaging in criminal sexual activity. Steven Fox, 59, was taken into custody by the FBI in Portland on Thursday following the indictment.

Florida, the “Sunshine State,” once known as a beacon of government transparency, is growing ever darker, and the clouds are spreading throughout the United States.

Following an ongoing dispute over public records sought by The Prineville Review from Crook County since November, Oregon’s Public Records Advocate has raised serious concerns about the county’s handling of public records requests—both generally and in relation to this publication’s outstanding requests.

The CROP Farmers Market is gearing up for its 2025 season, officially opening vendor applications for those looking to showcase their homegrown and handcrafted goods. Whether you have an abundance of eggs, a passion for baking, or a knack for gardening, the market is inviting local vendors to apply and become part of its thriving community.

A Crook County water district is facing severe financial and governance issues following allegations of misappropriating thousands of dollars, general mismanagement, and potential ethics violations by its elected board—nearly half of which has now resigned.

Crook County High School’s E-Sports program has seen significant growth in recent years, mirroring a nationwide surge in competitive gaming at the high school level. What started as a small club for gaming enthusiasts has now evolved into a structured team environment, with students competing in state and regional tournaments.

Update: This story was updated at 5:20 pm on 2/27 to include details of a press release from the Crook County Sheriff's Office. It...

Two newly appointed Crook County School District Board members were sworn into office during a special meeting late last week after being appointed to the vacant positions by the existing board. The appointments, which cover Zone 1 and Zone 3, follow the resignations in recent months by Jessica Brumble and Cheyanne Edgerly.