New Wolf Tracks Found in Umatilla, Grant Counties
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is reporting that wolves have established themselves in a new range.
On Wednesday, the ODFW issued a notice...
Smith Appointed to Key Legislative Committees
State Rep. Greg Smith (R-Heppner) has been appointed by House Speaker Tina Kotek to several key committees in the Oregon Legislature.
For the 78th Assembly...
AARP Seeks Tax Aide Volunteers
AARP is seeking tax aide volunteers for the Hermiston, Boardman, Irrigon, Pendleton and Heppner areas.
Training and supplies will be provided. For more information on...
Gas Prices Down 25% from 2014's Peak
Motorists are enjoying a holiday bonus with gas prices at their lowest level in five years. For the week, the national average for regular...
Hermiston Council Cancels Work Session
The Hermiston City Council work session scheduled for Monday, Dec. 22 has been canceled.
The council’s regular meeting will still take place at 7 p.m....
Dancing with Hermiston Stars Returns in January
Music and movement will abound when “Dancing with Hermiston Stars” returns for an epic encore production on Jan. 10, 2015.
Back for the third year...
Meet Hermiston's Dancing Stars
Who are these brave Hermistonians who dare to take the stage in ruffles, sequins and glory during the third annual Dancing with Hermiston Stars?...
Wyden Seeks Plan to Address Leaks at Hanford
Sen. Ron Wyden, D- Ore., today asked the Energy Department to come up with a plan and a strict timeline to address storage tanks...
County Announces 2015 Fair Court
The Umatilla County Fair Board has crowned four princesses to serve on the 2015 Umatilla County Fair Court.
The 2015 fair court features Sevana Patrick...
Chamber Seeks Distinguished Citizen Nominees
The selection committee for the Greater Hermiston Chamber of Commerce’s 45th Annual Distinguished Citizens Awards is seeking nominations for those people in the Hermiston...
Hunters: Report Results by Jan. 31 to Avoid Fine
Any hunter who purchased 2014 big game or turkey tags needs to report their hunt results by the deadline, which is Jan. 31, 2015...
BMCC Says Proposed Budget 'Falls Short'
Blue Mountain Community College President Cam Preus said the governor’s proposed 2015-2017 biennium budget “falls well short” of what the college needs to maintain...
Wood Group Purchases Swaggart Brothers
Wood Group has acquired Swaggart Brothers, a Hermiston-based provider of civil construction and fabrication services to the US oil and gas, industrial and agricultural...
BMCC Seeks to Fill Budget Committee Vacancy
The Blue Mountain Community College Board of Education is seeking to appoint a member of the community to the College Budget Committee for a...
Service Clubs Gift Kiosk to City of Hermiston
Motorists driving down Highway 395 in Hermiston have probably already noticed a recent gift given to the city – a kiosk displaying the logos...
Umatilla Honors Lafferty with Gym Dedication
A small group of family and friends gathered in the gym at Clara Brownell Middle School in Umatilla on Saturday to remember a man...
Head Start Offers Parenting Classes
The Incredible Years, a 10-session education program that teaches parents to be their child’s first and most important teacher, will be offered in Hermiston...
Hermiston Ed Foundation Awards $17,650 in Grants
The Hermiston Education Foundation has awarded more than $17,000 in grants to local teachers for classroom projects.
The foundation helps provide funding for projects and...
Sheriff's Office Investigating Check Fraud Case
The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in the investigation of a check fraud case.
According to the sheriff’s office, a...
E. Oregon Travelers: Watch for High Winds
The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a high wind watch for sections in Eastern Oregon. Travelers are advised to be prepared, especially...
