Stories from Monday, April 20, 2009

A solid crowd of more than 50 people braved the cool temperatures the evening of April 4 to take part in a star party at Legacy Park. Organized by Gary Swatzel and Carl Stanley, the turnout was sufficient that they plan on organizing a local hobby astronomy group -- The Mountain Home Stargazers...

Do you think that the U.S. economy will be better off, worse off, or about the same six months from now? Better off: 27.6% (109 votes) Worse off: 41.8% (165 votes) About the same: 30.6% (121 votes) 395 votes cast

Dwain S. Rudge, 86 of Salem, Oregon, formerly of Elmore County, passed away on April 17, 2009. Services will be held on Friday, April 24, 2009 with a viewing from 11:30am to 2:00pm at Rost Funeral Home, McMurtrey Chapel, a graveside service will begin at 2:30pm at Mtn View Cemetery in Mountain Home. Arrangements are under the direction of Rost Funeral Home, McMurtrey Chapel in Mountain Home...