City Has Openings on Two Committees
The city of Hermiston has a pair of openings on its Airport Advisory Committee as well as its Parks and Recreation Committee.
Those interested in...
Op-Ed: Making Sure Veterans Get Care They Deserve
Several times a year, I have the privilege of greeting World War II veterans who travel to Washington, D.C. to see their memorial on...
Mosquito Control District to Resume Aerial Spraying
The West Umatilla Mosquito Control District will be conducting targeted aerial mosquito control spraying with a twin engine airplane after sunset on Tuesday, Sept....
McNary Lock to Close for Inspection on Sept. 9
McNary and Ice Harbor dams' navigation locks will be closed to all river traffic Sept. 9, between 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The locks will...
Hermiston Coach Under Investigation
A coach and teacher in Hermiston has been put on paid administrative leave while he is under investigation by the Oregon Teacher Standards and...
Despite Fires, Bowhunting Season to Open Saturday
Despite a flurry of internet rumors claiming otherwise, statewide deer and elk archery seasons will open as scheduled on Saturday, Aug. 29.
“The archery season...
Hermiston Voters May Get 2nd Shot at Legalized Pot
Last November, Oregon voters passed a statewide ballot measure legalizing the use of recreational marijuana for adults.
But that doesn't necessarily mean recreational marijuana businesses...
National Guard Joins Firefighting Efforts
Oregon Army National Guard soldiers board buses on Wednesday to head out to a fire base in John Day.
The soldiers completed their firefighting training...
IMESD to Provide Free Hearing Screenings
The Intermountain Education Service District (IMESD) will provide free hearing screenings to public elementary school students at area schools this fall.
Hearing screenings are conducted...
Walden Taking Ticket Requests for Pope's Visit
U.S. Rep. Greg Walden (R-Hood River) announced today that his office is now accepting requests from residents of Oregon's Second District for tickets to...
Wildhorse Opens New Lobby Bar
Wildhorse Resort and Casino in Pendleton opened its latest expansion - the Lobby Bar.
Appropriately named based on its location in the lobby of the...
Sheriff's Office Emphasizing Seat Belt Use
The Umatilla County Sheriff's Office, along with other law enforcement agencies, will be participating in extra patrol and enforcement with an emphasis on seatbelts/child...
Kids Head Back to School with College in Mind
Hermiston elementary students head back to school today, and they’ll return home with colorful “Be College Ready" homework folders, bookmarks, pencils and pens as...
Mosquito Control Board to Meet Today
The West Umatilla Mosquito Control District Board of Trustees will meet today at 3 p.m.
The board will meet at the district office, 3005 S....
City Manager Gets Raise, Contract Extension
The Hermiston City Council extended the contract of City Manager Byron Smith Monday night and gave him a raise following a performance review.
Smith was...
Business Owners Air Landscaping Concerns
The Hermiston City Council chose not to vote on a proposed landscaping ordinance Monday night, but will, instead, take up the issue at its...
City, Chamber Seek Input on Community Brand
The city of Hermiston and Chamber of Commerce today jointly issued a survey to gather broad feedback about the proposed “You Can GROW Here”...
School District Emphasizing Student Attendance
The Hermiston School District wants to partner with parents and guardians in a renewed emphasis on student attendance.
The state of Oregon has an expectation...
2 DUII Arrests Made During Fair/Rodeo Week
There were no motor vehicle accidents during the week of the Umatilla County Fair, but the sheriff's office made two DUII arrests during the...
School District Emphasizing Student Attendance
The Hermiston School District wants to partner with parents and guardians in a renewed emphasis on student attendance.
The state of Oregon has an expectation...
