Walden Covers Variety of Issues During Hermiston Town Hall Meeting
U.S. Congressman Greg Walden gave credit to Hermiston Police Chief Jason Edmiston on Friday for his help in the fight against the opioid crisis.
At...
Aquatic Center Hiring Lifeguards; Certification Set for Today, Saturday
The Hermiston Family Aquatic Center is now hiring summer lifeguards. Those interested in learning about the job can go online for a complete job description...
Despite Facing Budget Gap, BMCC Board Votes Against Raising Tuition
The Blue Mountain Community College Board of Education on Wednesday night voted unanimously to not raise tuition for the 2019-2020 academic year to keep...
Hundred-Plus Eastern Oregon Students Explore Tech at Annual Expo
More than 100 students from school districts across Eastern Oregon gathered recently in La Grande for the annual InterMountain Education Service District (IMESD) Tech...
Deputies, Good Samaritans Help Rescue Boy Injured on Snowmobile
Two Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office deputies and a couple of good Samaritans helped rescue a young boy who was injured in a snowmobile accident...
Council Action Clears Way for Chamber to Build New Home
The Hermiston Chamber of Commerce will have a new building and event center after the Hermiston City Council approved a zoning change request at...
Lamb Weston to Hold Hiring Event for Hermiston Plant on Thursday
Lamb Weston will hold a hiring event for the Hermiston plant on Thursday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hermiston WorkSource....
Good Shepherd to Host Spring Screening Heart Health Event
Good Shepherd Health Care System is presenting the Spring Screening Heart Health Event this Friday, March 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The...
Rocky Heights’ Battle of the Books Team Wins District Championship
After a fierce and hard-fought battle, a champion has been crowned in the Hermiston Battle of the Books competition.
Hermiston School District elementary schools took...
Snow Days Force School District to Push Back Last Day of School
Everyone loves a snow day – until the bill comes due.
The Hermiston School Board voted Monday night to push back the last day of...
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...
