Investigation launched into Crook County High School principal for alleged misuse of school resources
KTVZ News Team
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – According to The Prineville Review, the Oregon Government Ethics Commission voted unanimously on Friday to open a formal investigation into Crook County High School Principal Jake Huffman.
The commission believes Huffman may have violated state ethics laws by using his public position and school district facilities to benefit his private wrestling business, COWA.
Investigators allege Huffman used school resources without paying the required rental fees, operating under time slots reserved by the nonprofit Cowboy Mat Club, an organization eligible for free gym use.
Commission Chair David Fiskum emphasized that Friday’s vote only authorizes a formal investigation and does not represent a finding of guilt.
Huffman remains in his role with the Crook County School District as the investigation proceeds.
We’ll continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.