Deadline Looms for Permits for Controlled Sage-Grouse Hunts
August 20 is the deadline to apply for the limited number of permits for controlled sage-grouse hunts in Eastern Oregon. Results will be available Aug. 31...
BLM Seeks Public Comment on Limiting Wild Horse Numbers
Federal officials want the public’s help in curbing Oregon’s growing wild horse population.
The Bureau of Land Management has asked for comment on three birth-control...
Port of Morrow Commission Names Peterson as Fifth Member
After the Morrow County Board of Commissioners gave the Port of Morrow Commission an Oct. 26 deadline to fill its vacant seat or declare...
Hermiston, Helix Have Umatilla County’s Highest Vaccination Rates
Hermiston and Helix have the highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in the county, according to the Umatilla County Health Department.
As of Oct. 7, both Hermiston...
Hermiston Chamber’s DSA Banquet Date Changed to Feb. 20
The Hermiston Chamber of Commerce announced that the date for the 49th annual Distinguished Citizens Awards has been moved back one week.
The event will...
ODFW: Controlled and Premium Hunt Deadline is Monday, May 15
Don't wait until the last minute to apply for a controlled or premium hunt as the May 15 deadline falls on a Monday this...
Upcoming Workshop Designed for Native American Entrepreneurs
The Tamástslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton is hosting a free small business development workshop for aspiring Native American entrepreneurs on Thursday and Friday, Sept....
HHS to Hire Ego as Boys Basketball Coach
Hermiston Superintendent of Schools Dr. Fred Maiocco announced on Wednesday that he will recommend former Hermiston High School Principal Dave Ego as the interim...
County Sheriff’s Office Looking for Impaired Drivers During Holidays
The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office (UCSO) will once again be teaming up with agencies around the State for the Christmas and New Year’s season.
Beginning...
Echo Seeks Name for Its Official Tree
The city of Echo will commemorate its 25th anniversary as a Tree City USA by naming its official tree – and the city wants...
OSP Investigating Fatal Accident on I-84
The Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into the cause of Thursday morning's single-vehicle fatal traffic crash that occurred along the eastbound...
April 6: Umatilla County Health Reports COVID-Related Death
Umatilla County Health today reported another county resident has died from COVID-19.
Umatilla County’s 83rd death with COVID-19 is a 47-year-old male who tested positive...
Irrigon Library Friends Selling Fudge
Friends of the Irrigon Library are holding a fudge sale, with orders to be delivered the week of Nov. 26.
Prices are $10 a pound...
Port of Morrow Seeks Candidates to Serve on Commission
The Port of Morrow Commission is seeking to fill a vacancy.
Anyone interested in applying is asked to send a letter of interest and resume...
UEC May Implement New Measure for Safety During Wildfire Season
As wildfires grow as a public concern, Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) continues to enhance its mitigation efforts by adopting new measures and protocols aimed...
Pilot Rock’s Schoolhouse Village Seeks Vendors for Fall Vendor Fair
Schoolhouse Village, 241 S.W. Fourth St. in Pilot Rock, is still seeking vendors for their Fall Vendor Fair on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 16-17.
The...
Fair Board to Meet on March 18
The Umatilla County Fair Board meet on Wednesday, March 18.
The board will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Umatilla County Courthouse in Room 114,...
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.
Christmas Trees Can Be Recycled at Butte Park Now Through Jan. 31
Hermiston residents may bring their Christmas trees to Butte Park through Jan. 31 to be chipped into ground cover for the city’s parks and...
Grant Money to Allow IMESD to Make Improvements to Outdoor School
The InterMountain Education Service District (IMESD) will make improvements valued at $30,000 at its Outdoor School location, Buck Creek, this summer.
The agency received a...
