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Large brush fire forces evacuations in Hermiston

HERMISTON, Ore.-Firefighters are currently on scene of a large brush fire near the bus barn in the Liberty Lane area of Hermiston. Residents south of...

Morrow County Heritage and Ag Museum Day is June 14

The Morrow County Heritage and Agricultural museums in Heppner invite the public to their Museum Day family event tomorrow, June 14. The event marks the...

Movie Fridays at the SAGE Center start June 13

The SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road in Boardman, is hosting Movie Fridays on the second Friday of each month beginning tomorrow, June 13. Moana 2...

Proposed bipartisan legislation aimed at decreasing impact of wildfires

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Bipartisan legislation introduced in Congress on June 11 would address the harmful impacts of wildfires across the nation, especially in the west. U.S. Senator...

UCFD1 prepares for annual controlled burn on Hermiston Butte

HERMISTON, Ore.-Umatilla County Fire District #1 (UCFD) plans to conduct its annual controlled burn on the butte in Hermiston sometime before the start of...

Hermiston’s newest park named for longtime community and children advocates

HERMISTON, Ore.-On May 27, the Hermiston City Council unanimously voted to name the city’s newest park, located at 1552 Northeast 8th Place, Sherman Park,...

Umatilla High School celebrates its largest graduating class

UMATILLA, Ore.-The largest graduating class in the history of Umatilla High School received their diplomas on June 7. “The Class of 2025 faced change, challenges...

Cause of fire that forced temporary evacuations in Hermiston now known

HERMISTON, Ore.-The cause of a fire that caused temporary evacuations in the Bensel Road area in Hermiston on June 5 is now known. Umatilla County...

Pendleton Bucks win state 4A baseball championship

KEIZER — Mason Strong drove in four runs, and Evan Lehnert pitched a complete game, as Pendleton ran over top-ranked Marist Catholic 14-3 in...

Good Shepherd to Host Free Orthopedic Seminar on Common Hand Conditions

HERMISTON, OR – Good Shepherd Health Care System (GSHCS) is hosting a free orthopedic seminar for common hand conditions on Monday, June 9, 2025,...

Morrow County Sheriff’s Office, Communications Center awarded re-accreditation

MORROW COUNTY, Ore.-The Morrow County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and Communications Center have both been awarded re-accreditation by the Oregon State Accreditation Alliance (OSAA). “This is...

Summer activities for kids abound in Eastern Oregon

HERMISTON, Ore.-The school year is winding down and several fun and educational activities are available throughout the region to help kids stay active and...

Oregon Legislature working on community college budget bill

SALEM, Ore.- The Joint Subcommittee on Education passed Senate Bill 5525, that would provide funding to support Oregon’s community colleges on June 2. SB 5525...

Gear up for Oregon’s Free Fishing Weekend

SALEM, Ore.-Looking to wet a line this weekend? Anglers in Oregon can fish license free June 7-8. No fishing/shellfish licenses or tags are required over...

Burning season now closed ahead of expected hot, dry summer

HERMISTON, Ore.-Outdoor burning season is closed within the Umatilla County Fire District 1 service area as of June 1. According to UCFD1, violation of the...

Good Shepherd hosting orthopedic seminar on hand problems June 9

Good Shepherd Health Care System is offering a free orthopedic seminar on common hand problems on Monday, June 9 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Dr....

Oregon East Symphony to conclude season with Summer Concert

The Oregon East Symphony will conclude their 2024-25 season with a summer concert this Sunday, June 8 at the Vert Auditorium, 480 S.W. Dorion...

Frustrated with perceived disrespect, Umatilla mayor sues his own city

UMATILLA — A conflict between Umatilla’s mayor, city manager and city council that spilled into public view late last year has dramatically escalated, with...

Hermiston PD arrest log

The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department: May 10: Leonel Salomon Moreno, 33, was arrested on the 400 block of W....

Remember life jackets, boating safety this summer

HERMISTON, Ore.-Warm weather is finally here, and now that Memorial Day has passed, many people are starting their summer recreation season, including swimming and...