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Crook County Library Director resigns abruptly, surprising Board of Trustees

Crook County Library Director Sarah Beeler has abruptly resigned, leaving trustees and staff with unanswered questions about the circumstances of her departure, according to details uncovered from a September public meeting.
Public Transparency

Water district faces new questions of nepotism tied to current manager’s spouse, former manager’s alleged misuse of public funds

The Ochoco West Water & Sanitary Authority (OWWSA) is facing intensifying scrutiny after revelations involving both its former and current managers involving ethics and nepotism issues, and its former manager’s alleged misuse of district funds and other controversies that led to his quiet 2024 resignation.
Local

Foreign exchange student struck by vehicle near Crook County High School

A 16-year-old foreign exchange student was hospitalized Tuesday evening after being struck while crossing Lynn Boulevard on an electric bicycle near Crook County High School.
Crime

Lockdown at Crook County Justice Center after man claims vehicle contained explosive device

The Crook County Justice Center was placed on lockdown Tuesday morning after a Prineville man parked on a sidewalk near the courthouse and told deputies he believed his vehicle contained an improvised explosive device.
Business

St. Charles secures contracts with Aetna, Cigna to keep patients in-network

St. Charles Health System announced Monday that it has reached contract agreements with insurance providers Aetna and Cigna, ensuring patients on those plans will remain in-network for elective services at St. Charles facilities.
Crime

Shots fired incident in Prineville ends with suspect in custody

A heavy police presence converged on the area of 9th Street and Harwood Avenue late Saturday morning after multiple reports of gunfire prompted an urgent response.
Public Transparency

Crook County begins rollout of new public transparency initiatives and policies after issues over records, meetings

Crook County has begun rolling out new transparency initiatives after mounting scrutiny over its handling of public records and compliance with Oregon’s open government laws.
Crime

Prineville pastor apologizes after shooting cat, dumping body in church dumpster — animal later found alive

A local pastor is facing community outrage after allegations surfaced that he shot a neighborhood cat and disposed of it in a church dumpster. The Crook County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is actively investigating the incident and urged residents to be cautious about information circulating on social media.
Sports

CCHS Cowboys battle Estacada in chaotic season opener for football

Crook County High School Football opened its season Friday night with a hard-fought effort in a chaotic 14–7 loss to the Estacada Rangers. There was plenty of promise for the upcoming season despite the delays and unusual ending.
Local

Body of missing Post area man found in rural Crook County following weekend search efforts

The Crook County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Saturday that Gordon Grafton III, 29, of Post, was found deceased after more than a week of search efforts.
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