Strong Demand, Higher Crude Oil Prices Could Send Gas Prices Higher
Pump prices continue to move lower this week; however, robust demand in the U.S. and a jump in crude oil prices due to tensions...
Walden Applauds President Signing Bill to Help Veterans in Rural Oregon
U.S. Rep. Greg Walden (R-Hood River) today released a statement applauding President Trump after he signed the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 into...
Free Community Shred Event Set for Thursday in Hermiston
The Old West Federal Credit Union in Hermiston is sponsoring a free community shred day on Thursday, June 27.
Bring your old documents down for...
HPD Weekend Roundup
Here’s a rundown of Hermiston Police Department cases from night shift Friday through night shift Sunday:
2 informational reports
6 theft reports/arrests
4 warrant...
Male Arrested, After Investigation into a Reported Stabbing at Reservoir
A Weston man has been arrested and jailed for allegedly stabbing a man in an altercation at the McKay Reservoir in Pendleton.
The Umatilla County...
Hermiston Eyeing Taxing Districts to Help Spur New Infrastructure, Retail
The city of Hermiston is continuing to work to attract retail development in town and is considering forming a Local Improvement District to help...
Wyden to Hold Town Hall in Pendleton
U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden will hold town halls on June 30 in Baker and Umatilla counties, and on July 1 in Sherman County.
In fulfillment...
Dr. Christopher Scott Temporarily Moving to Family Health Center
Beginning Monday, June 24, Christopher Scott, DC, will be moving his practice to a new temporary location at the Good Shepherd Family Health Center...
Two Rivers Correctional Institution to Hold Job Recruiting Event June 25
Two Rivers Correctional Institution will hold a meet and greet event at WorkSource Eastern Oregon in Hermiston on Tuesday, June 25 from 2 to...
ODOT Highway Construction Projects Continue Throughout Eastern Oregon
The Oregon Department of Transportation is currently working on more than two dozen key highway projects this year in Eastern Oregon, aimed at creating...
Equipment on Site as Wildhorse Resort & Casino Expansion Nears
Changes are afoot at Wildhorse Resort & Casino as contractors begin to move equipment on site and fence off areas where construction will be...
Umatilla Landing Days Food Vendor Seeks Temporary Employees
Umatilla Landing Days food vendor International Foods, LLC is looking for part-time temporary employees to work Friday afternoon and all day Saturday, June 21-22.
The...
Boardman to Sponsor Spring Cleanup
The city of Boardman will sponsor a community-wide clean-up during the month of July.
The city has garbage vouchers available, with a $50 limit, to...
Boardman Offering Low-Cost Rabies Clinic, Free Licensing on June 22
The city of Boardman is reminding pet owners of the need to keep their dogs and cats current on their rabies vaccinations.
The city is...
Man Resists Arrest, Man’s Dog Bites Cop – Both Man and Dog Locked Up
An Irrigon man is in jail and his dog is locked up at Pet Rescue after an officer was bitten by the dog while...
Ranch and Home Security System Catches Pair Allegedly Shoplifting
Two Hermiston residents were arrested Monday and charged with theft for allegedly stealing items from the newly-opened Ranch and Home.
According to Lt. Randy Studebaker...
More Volunteers Needed for Summer iCan Bike Program in Hermiston
The iCan Bike program is nearing its kick-off in Hermiston and more volunteers are needed.
The week-long program, which teaches individuals with disabilities to ride...
HPD Weekend Activity Report
Here’s a rundown of Hermiston Police Department cases from night shift Friday through night shift Sunday:
2 mental health crisis calls
2 theft complaints
...
M.C. School District Expanding Free Summer Meals Program
The Morrow County School District is expanding its Summer Free Meals program this summer.
The district is adding eight additional locations to increase access to...
Agreement With Navy and Partners Nets Madison Ranches $4.7 Million
The Navy, Trust for Public Land (TPL) and NW Rangeland reached a mutually beneficial agreement with Madison Ranches Inc., recently that supports working agricultural...
