Education Service District Honors Winners of Crystal Apple Awards
The InterMountain Education Service District (IMESD) honored the winners of the 2019 Crystal Apple “Excellence in Education” Awards during a ceremonies recently in Pendleton...
Oregon Reports Single-Biggest Number of COVID Cases In 1 Day
Over the past few weeks, Oregon has seen a steady rise in daily coronavirus cases, culminating on Thursday when the state recorded 484 new...
Hermiston Council OKs Rate Increase for Hermiston Energy Services
The Hermiston City Council on Monday approved adjustments on electric rates for all classes of service that will become effective on bills calculated after Dec. 31.
Hermiston...
Hermiston’s Distinguished Citizens Honored at DSA Banquet
Hermiston had a celebratory night on Wednesday as the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce honored those who’ve made their mark on the community.
After a year’s...
Large Crowds Flock to Cinco de Mayo
In just four short years, Hermiston’s Cinco de Mayo celebration has become so popular that it may have outgrown downtown Hermiston.
Another large crowd gathered...
State Ag Folks Optimistic About Water Supply
Umatilla Water Basin at 104 Percent of Average
What a difference a wet winter makes. All areas of Oregon appear to be in much better...
Groups to Discuss Area Transportation Projects
Members of the North East Area Commissions on Transportation (NEACT) and the South East Area Commissions on Transportation (SEACT) will be meeting April 7...
UEC Celebrates Manufactured Home Replacement Program’s 1st Recipient
An overcast rainy day couldn't dampen the spirits of Matthew and Serenity Stull as they cut the ribbon on their new home on a...
OHA: Umatilla County Last in the State in Administering Vaccines
Umatilla County is at the bottom of the state rankings in terms of the number of people vaccinated per 10,000 population, according to the...
Good Shepherd Announces Addition of Midwife to Women’s Center
Fifth Century Greek philosopher Plato is quoted as saying, “The greatest privilege of a human life is to become a midwife to the awakening...
Feds to Collect on Defaulted PPP, EIDL Loans Beginning March 4
The Umatilla Electric Cooperative's Small Business Resource Center announced today that the U.S. Small Business Administration will begin referring defaulted PPP and EIDL loans...
Fake Card Reader Found at Space Age
The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office is warning people who may have used a debit or credit card at a local business where skimmer may...
Umatilla Seeking Food, Activity Vendors for 2023 Landing Days
The city of Umatilla is seeking booth, food and activity vendors for the 2023 Umatilla Landing Days celebration, set for June 23-24 in Umatilla...
Man Jailed after Causing Collision with OSP
An Oregon man is in custody after colliding with an Oregon State Police trooper from the Hermiston area during a high-speed chase on Wednesday.
According...
Report: Contamination Worsened as DEQ Went Easy on Port of Morrow
An investigation by the Oregon Capital Chronicle shows that the state’s chief environmental agency knowingly let the Port of Morrow pollute year after year,...
Outdoor School Gets Kayak Donations
Each year fifth-grade student and teachers in the Hermiston schools take delight in having classes in the foothills of the Blue Mountains.
This year over...
Hermiston Planning Commission Applicants Sought
The city of Hermiston is looking to fill three positions on the Hermiston Planning Commission.
The three-year term for each position begins April 11 and...
HHS Students to Present Gallery Walk on May 21 at School Library
The Oregon Teacher Pathway students of Hermiston High School will present a gallery walk during the second annual Research Night on Monday, May 21...
Umatilla Student 'Doing Well' After Being Hit by Car
A Clara Brownell Middle School student was struck by a vehicle today, but did not suffer any serious injuries and is home after being...
Hermiston Senior Center Serving Lunch on Tuesdays, Thursdays
The Hermiston Senior Center is now serving in-house meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Those planning to attend lunch are asked to call 541-567-3582 before 11...
