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Crook County Commissioner Seth Crawford attends State of the Union, meets with federal delegation in D.C.

Crook County Commissioner Seth Crawford attended the President’s State of the Union Address at the United States Capitol during a recent visit to the nation’s capital, where he and Commissioner Susan Hermreck also met with members of Oregon’s federal delegation to advocate for Central Oregon priorities.

Congressman Bentz introduces O&C Renewal Act aimed at boosting timber production and county revenues

Republican Congressman Cliff Bentz has introduced new federal legislation that would significantly reshape how more than two million acres of Oregon & California (O&C) lands are managed, seeking to restore timber production as the primary purpose of those forests while increasing revenues for rural counties.

Federal fire command overhaul could affect Crook County, Central Oregon wildfire response

A newly ordered federal reorganization of wildfire response agencies — including the creation of a U.S. Wildland Fire Service — has been shared with Crook County officials,

Bentz backs ‘Epstein Files Transparency Act,’ urges AG to shield victims as records are released

U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz (R), congressman representing Crook County and much of Eastern and Southern Oregon, issued a statement Wednesday after voting in favor of H.R. 4405 — the Epstein Files Transparency Act

Judge Frank Caprio, beloved ‘Caught in Providence’ star, dies at 88

Judge Frank Caprio, the longtime Providence Municipal Court judge whose compassion and humanity in the courtroom earned him worldwide recognition, has passed away at the age of 88.

Crook County well represented in 2025 Boston Marathon lineup

A half dozen runners with ties to Crook County — including four current Prineville residents and one from Powell Butte — will take part in the prestigious Boston Marathon on Monday, April 21.

State champs again! Crook County Culinary Team heads to nationals after state win

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.

Oregon man arrested by FBI for allegedly transporting, abusing Alaska minor

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.

US military helicopter & American Airlines regional jet collide at Reagan National Airport, says FAA

A U.S. Army Sikorsky UH-60, commonly known as the "Blackhawk", collided with an American Airlines regional jet that was on approach at Reagan National Airport.

Former President Jimmy Carter dead at 100

Former President Jimmy Carter passed away earlier today at the age of 100. Carter, the oldest living president in U.S. history, died peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by family. His passing marks the end of a remarkable life dedicated to service, integrity, and global citizenship.

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