Two BMCC Students Selected to 2024 All-Oregon Academic Team
Oregon Community College Association announced the selection of 55 members from community colleges across the state to the 2024 All-Oregon Academic Team (AOAT).
Among those...
Health Foundation Hosting 31st Annual Scamble for Scholarships
The Good Shepherd Community Health Foundation will host the 31st annual Scramble for Scholarships Golf Tournament on Friday, June 7 at Big River Golf...
Median Taxpayer Could Receive $1,000 from Record $5.6 Billion Kicker
By Julia Shumway
The median Oregon taxpayer will receive close to $1,000 back on their taxes next year thanks to state tax revenue continuing to...
Three CTUIR Judges Receive Ceremonial Oath of Office
Three associate judges of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) received a ceremonial oath of office and presentation of robes on Wednesday,...
Hunger on the Rise in Oregon Following Downward Trend
By Lynne Terry/Oregon Capital Chronicle
A quarter of a century ago, Oregon had one of the highest rates of food insecurity and hunger in the...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
March 17: Victoria F. Pablo Mendoza, 20, was arrested on the 1300 block of...
Smith Appointed to Committee Tasked with Reviewing Measure 110
State Rep. Greg Smith (R-Heppner) has been appointed to serve on the Joint Committee On Addiction and Community Safety Response.
This committee will have the...
Grant Helps Boardman Marina Park Get New Fishing-Cleaning Machine
Boardman-area anglers rejoice! A new fishing-cleaning machine is now available at Marina Park.
A large crowd turned out on Tuesday, March 19 for the grand...
GOP Senate District 29 Candidates Talk Top Priorities, Background
Four candidates are in the Republican primary for the open Oregon Senate District 29 seat.
Todd Nash, Jim Doherty, Dave Drotzmannn and Andy Huwe are...
Hermiston Middle School Broadcast Students Recognized for Videos
Five Armand Larive Middle School students were named finalists in the National Scholastic Press Association 2023 Broadcast Story of the Year competition for junior...
National Weather Service Issues Wind Advisory for Lower Columbia Basin
The National Weather Service out of Pendleton has issued a wind advisory in effect now through 1 p.m. on Wednesday.
Winds up to 40 to...
Irrigon High School’s Operation Graduation to Host Raffle
After a successful Elf Run 5K, organizers with the Irrigon High School class of 2024 are gearing up for another fundraiser to support its...
GOP Alleges ‘Secret’ Deal to Remove Four Snake River Dams
By Jacob Fischler/Oregon Capital Chronicle
Republicans on a U.S. House panel blasted the Biden administration Tuesday for an agreement they said paved the way for...
Highway11 Safety Meeting Set for May 20 in Milton-Freewater
A Highway 11 Safety Community Meeting will be held in Milton-Freewater on Thursday, May 20.
The meeting takes place at the Milton-Freewater Community Building, 109...
CTUIR Executive Director Resigns
The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) Board of Trustees (Board) voted unanimously to accept the resignation of Executive Director Donald Sampson...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
April 10: David William Vassey, 64, was arrested on the 100 block of Rosalyn...
Good Shepherd to Offer CPR/AED, First Aid Classes on Feb. 16
Good Shepherd Health Care System is offering CPR/AED and first aid combo classes on Friday, Feb. 16.
Classes include adult, infant and child CPR, AED...
Taylor named NICWA 2024 Individual Champion for Native Children
Julie Taylor, Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) director for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), has been named the...
School District’s Vaccination Clinic Postponed Due to Weather
The Hermiston School District's vaccination clinic scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 18 has been postponed due to weather conditions.
The district announced the clinic would be...
Tickets Going Fast for Better Bones and Balance Exercise Program
Only a few tickets are left for Good Shepherd Health Care System’s free 12-week Better Bones and Balance exercise program.
The program incorporates lower body...
