Council OKs 3 for Committee Seats
The Hermiston City Council approved two appointments to the Hermiston Planning Commission and one to the Faith-Based Advisory Committee.
On Monday, the council approved the...
Hermiston City Council Approves Request to Annex 71 Acres
The Hermiston City Council voted Monday night to annex approximately 71 acres that clears the way for the possible construction of new elementary school...
Jasmine Strong 5K Fun Run/Walk Set for May 4 at EOTEC
The Eastern Oregon Trade & Event Center in Hermiston will be the site of the Jasmine Strong 5K Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, May 4....
New Water System Project Aims to Attract Housing Developers
If a community want to attract a larger workforce, it needs to have adequate housing. To get adequate housing, a community needs an adequate...
Oregon Added 11,000 New Jobs
In January, Oregon’s nonfarm payroll employment grew by 11,000 jobs, following a revised loss of 1,700 jobs in December. Six industries each added at...
Sheriff’s Office Seeks Help Finding Generator Taken From Job Site
The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office (UCSO) is asking for the public’s help in finding a generator that was allegedly stolen in Hermiston.
According to the...
Hermiston City Council to Consider $3.3 Million Water System Contract
The Hermiston City Council will consider a $3.3 million construction contract Monday night which will carry out a partnership with Umatilla County aimed at...
BMCC to Hold Information Sessions for Upcoming GED, ELA Programs
The College Prep Department of Blue Mountain Community College is holding information and placement sessions this month for their College Prep GED and English...
Latino Business Network to Host Resource Fair at Community Center
The Latino Business Network of Hermiston will host an Agricultural Resource, Information and Job Fair on Wednesday, March 13 from 5 to 8 p.m....
Umatilla Chamber of Commerce to Host Annual DSA Banquet March 21
The Umatilla Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Citizens Award Banquet will take place on March 21 at El Rodeo, 705 Willamette St. in Umatilla. The...
Wildhorse Cineplex Upgrades Sound System for ‘All-Encompassing Audio’
The cinema experience in Pendleton just got just got an upgrade with the new Dolby® Atmos sound system installed in Theater 1 at the...
District Partners With Businesses to Cut School Absenteeism
The Milton-Freewater Unified School District wants students and families to know the importance of good school attendance and is enlisting local businesses to promote...
ODFW Gives Young Hunters Chance to Hunt Turkey in Spring
The Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife’s Access and Habitat Program and the C2 Ranch are offering 10 youth hunters the chance to hunt...
Gas Prices Rise in Oregon, Elsewhere
Pump prices are moving higher this week due to reduced supplies and increased demand. For the week, the national average gains three cents to...
Hermiston Seeks to Fill Seats on Budget, Faith-Based Committees
The city of Hermiston has several committee openings that need filled.
The city is seeking applicants for an opening for a three-year term on the...
Good Shepherd Women’s Center Hosting Hundred Hearts Project
The Good Shepherd Women’s Center is hosting the Hundred Hearts Project: The Intersection of Art and Gratitude on Tuesday, March 12. The free event...
OPB Looks at Future of Depot Land
An article posted on the Oregon Public Broadcasting website takes a look at the future of the Umatilla Chemical Depot land.
Here’s an excerpt:
After years...
March 13 Open House to Give Overview of County Housing Study
An open house focusing on the West Umatilla County Housing Study will be held on Wednesday, March 13 at the Stafford Hansell Government Center.
The...
HPD Weekend Activity Report
Here’s a quick look at how the Hermiston Police Department spent the past weekend:
Responded to 2 motor vehicle crashes
Made 4 warrant arrests
...
West Park Staff to Take Over McDonald’s Tonight for Fundraiser
Tonight is McTeachers Night at McDonald’s, and starting at 5 p.m., West Park Elementary School’s staff will be doing everything from greeting customers and...
