Rep. Greg Smith Selected to Serve on Joint Special Session Committee
State Rep. Greg Smith (R-Heppner) was selected by the speaker of the Oregon
House to serve on the Joint Special Session Committee.
"I am honored to...
Avangrid, PGE Collaborate to Build Solar Project in Morrow County
Avangrid, Inc. and Portland General Electric (PGE) announced the signing of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for Tower Solar, a new solar energy project now...
Rain, Clouds Can’t Stop Bikers from Brightening Holidays for Kids
About a quarter past noon on Saturday, the rumble of motorcycles could be heard coming down Elm Avenue in Hermiston for the 21st annual...
Umatilla High School Inducts 24 Members Into Hall of Fame
Umatilla High School added 24 members into its Hall of Fame during a ceremony on Nov. 20.
The inductions celebrate the achievements of outstanding alumni,...
Irrigon Woman Pleads Guilty to Second-Degree Manslaughter
An Irrigon woman pleaded guilty to several charges stemming from a Christmas Day accident that resulted in the death of a 10-year-old boy last...
Hermiston Community Foundation Featured in Valley Giving Guide
The Greater Hermiston Community Foundation is featured in this year’s Valley Giving Guide, an opportunity to support nonprofits and charitable organizations doing good work...
Cosper Named CTUIR’s New Legislative Affairs Manager
The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) has found its new Legislative Affairs manager in Muscogee (Creek) Nation citizen Sterling Cosper.
Cosper, who...
Happy Canyon Board of Directors Announces 2025 Princesses
The Happy Canyon Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Avery Quaempts and Korie Spencer as the 2025 Happy Canyon Princesses.
The two...
Oregon, National Gasoline Price Averages Resume Declines
Gas prices are declining again after some small upticks before Thanksgiving.
The national average for regular gas is at its lowest price since May 2021,...
Santa Claus to Arrive in Hermiston Tonight Following Holiday Parade
Santa Claus is scheduled to make a pre-Christmas stop in Hermiston this evening following the Lighted Holiday Parade.
The fun takes place on Hermiston’s Festival...
Sheriff’s Office Breaks Up Cockfighting Event in Hermison
A Kennewick man was arrested and jailed on Sunday for his role in an alleged cockfighting event in Hermiston.
On Dec. 1 at approximately 11:27...
HECC Encouraging Students to Apply for Scholarships and Grants
The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) encourages all Oregonians pursuing postsecondary education in 2025-26 to apply for grants and scholarships through the state website OregonStudentAid.gov.
This...
BMCC’s Annual Holiday Dinner Takes Place on Dec. 5 in Pendleton
The Associated Student Government (ASG) of Blue Mountain Community College will hold its annual Holiday Dinner on Thursday, Dec. 5.
The dinner will take place from 5 to...
Hermiston Daytime Curfew Aims to Curb Truancy During School Hours
The Hermiston City Council approved an ordinance at its Nov. 25 regular meeting to introduce a daytime curfew aimed at promoting school attendance.
The ordinance,...
Umatilla Electric Returning $6 Million to Members in Capital Credits
Just in time for the holiday season, the Umatilla Electric Cooperative Board of Directors is delivering a special gift to its member-owners — $6...
ODFW Offering Gift Ideas That Also Support Conservation
Christmas will soon be here and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has some gift ideas for the outdoor enthusiast in your life.
All...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
Nov. 25: Jovanna Ramirez Ayala, 47, was arrested on the 1300 block of N....
Second Pendleton Man Goes to Prison for Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
A second Pendleton man is going to federal prison for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol.
U.S. District Judge...
Umatilla Electric Powers Economic Growth with New Substation
A new Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) substation recently came on line at the South Hermiston Industrial Park.
The newly energized Kelli Boulevard Substation now ranks...
Home Decoration Contest Lets Community Share Holiday Spirit
The holiday season is just around the corner and it's time to get in touch with your inner Clark Griswold.
The city of Hermiston and...
