BMCC Releases Honor Roll
Blue Mountain Community College fall term 2020-2021 honor roll recognition went to the following full-time students:
President’s List: 3.75 - 4.0 GPA:
Kayly Abercrombie, Stacey Adams,...
Sheriff’s Office, Community Partners Monitoring for Potential Flooding
Following the devastating flood events of the past couple of years, many in the region are wondering if or when it will happen again.
The Umatilla County Sheriff's Office said today that the National Weather Service and Umatilla County Emergency Management are conducting regular briefings...
USDA Contributes $250,000 to Funland Playground Rebuild Project
The Funland Playground rebuild project in Hermiston got a big shot in the arm from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The USDA Rural Development...
Feb. 17: Umatilla County Health Reports 10 New COVID-19 Cases
Umatilla County Health today reported 10 new COVID-19 cases.
Today's numbers bring the county's overall total to 7,526. There are currently 355 presumed cases of COVID-19....
Tollgate Highway Remains Closed
OR204 – otherwise known as the Tollgate Highway - remains closed between milepost zero near Weston and milepost 39 near Elgin due to severe...
COVID Vaccine Available to People Over 75 in Morrow County
The Morrow County Health Department now has COVID-19 vaccination appointments available for county residents ages 75 and over.
Those interested in receiving the vaccine can...
Feb. 16: Umatilla County Health Reports 2 More COVID Deaths
Umatilla County Health today reported the 78th and 79th deaths in the county due to COVID-19.
Umatilla County’s 78th death with COVID-19 is a 74-year-old...
Eastern Oregon Mission Set to Open Little Treasures Thrift Shop
Eastern Oregon Mission will open the weekly Little Treasures thrift shop on Wednesday, Feb. 17 to offer used clothing, household items and other surplus...
Good Shepherd Offering Virtual Workshop on Chronic Conditions
Good Shepherd Health Care System is offering the free Living Well with Chronic Conditions virtual workshop now through March 16.
Classes are on Tuesdays, 1-3...
HSD Cancels Classes for Today
The Hermiston School District has canceled all classes for today, Feb. 16 due to inclement weather.
For more information, visit the district's website.
Health Foundation Now Accepting Medical Scholarship Applications
Good Shepherd Community Health Foundation is accepting medical scholarship applications from qualified local students now through Feb. 28.
The foundation is again partnering with Tualatin...
COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available to Umatilla County Residents 75 & Older
Persons 75 and older are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination as of today, Monday, Feb. 15, Umatilla County Health (UCo Health) announed.
COVID-19 vaccination will continue...
BMCC Closed Today Due to Weather
Blue Mountain Community College is closed today, Monday, Feb. 15, due to inclement weather.
Students are asked to connect with their instructors to confirm if...
Winter Storm Warning Issued for Eastern Oregon, SE Washington
A winter storm warning has been issued by the National Weather Service out of Pendleton.
The warning was issued around 5 a.m. today and will...
Good Shepherd Health Care System Opens Sleep Center in Hermiston
Good Shepherd Health Care System (GSHCS) officially opened Good Shepherd Sleep Solutions in Hermiston.
The center, located at 610 NW 11th St., Suite E-19, is under the...
Hermiston Community Foundation to Manage Wilcox Endowment Fund
The Greater Hermiston Community Foundation (GHCF) has formed a partnership with Alan and John Wilcox to create The Wilcox Family Endowment Fund.
The endowment fund...
Feb. 12: Umatilla County Health Reports 77th COVID-Related Death
Umatilla County Health today reported the 77th county resident has died from COVID-19.
Umatilla County’s 77th death with COVID-19 is a 71-year-old male who tested...
Bailey-Fougnier Resigns as BMCC President Due to Health Reasons
Blue Mountain Community College President Dennis Bailey-Fougnier announced that he will be leaving his job effective today due to health reasons.
“BMCC is a fantastic...
Fish for Free in Oregon This Weekend
Make fishing part of your President’s Day Weekend/Valentine’s Day plans now that everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon on Saturday...
BMCC Closed Through Weekend
Blue Mountain Community College is closed today and through the weekend due to inclement weather.
Students are asked to connect with their instructors to confirm...
