Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Telephone Warrant Scam
The Umatilla County Sheriff's Office is warning the public of a scam circulating the area once more.
The sheriff's office said it has received reports...
Gasoline Prices Find Themselves in the Slow Lane Due to Winter
Gas prices are in the winter doldrums in most states, including Oregon, this week with minimal changes in their averages.
This is likely due to...
Oregon Democrats Would Make Drug Possession a Crime, Widen Treatment
By Ben Botkin/Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon Democratic legislators plan to fight the state’s war on drug addiction and overdoses on multiple battle fronts.
They want to...
Hunters Need to Report Deer and Elk Tags by Jan. 31 or Pay $25
Big game hunters who purchased or were issued a deer or elk tag in 2023 must report their hunt by Tuesday, Jan. 31 at...
Blue Mountain Community College Board Renames FARM II Project
The weather outside was frightful but members of the Blue Mountain Community College Board of Education met Jan. 17 via Zoom and renamed the...
What Small Businesses Need to Know for 2024 Tax Season
Tax season doesn't have to be stressful or time consuming. Small businesses should be aware of the taxes and deadlines they must meet. Here...
CTUIR Contracts with LASO for Expanded Legal Services
The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) is teaming with Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) to provide legal aid to tribal...
Council Agrees to Institute Business Licenses, Disagrees on Cost
The Hermiston City Council voted to institute a business license requirement Monday night but tabled discussion on how much businesses would have to pay.
The...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
Jan. 13: Devin Lindsey Christensen, 32, was arrested on the 200 block of N.W....
Stepping Stones Offering Overnight Shelter at Sleep Center on Hwy. 395
Stepping Stones Alliance continues to provide overnight shelter at its Sleep Center at 80487 N. Highway 395, Hermiston.
Operating hours are 7:30 p.m. to 7...
Umatilla County Special Library District Board to Meet Jan. 25
The Umatilla County Special Library District Board's monthly meeting will be held Thursday, Jan. 25.
The meeting will be at 5:30 p.m. at the district...
Morrow County Residents Considering Recalling Commissioners
Just more than a year after the recall of two Morrow County commissioners, residents are again considering a recall petition against the three members...
School Delays & Closures for Jan. 22
Due to winter weather conditions, the following school districts are affected Monday, Jan. 22:
Athena-Weston School District - 2-hour delay
Echo School District –...
Offer of Rewards Continue Across Oregon for Recent Poaching Cases
Poachers killed three cow elk in Umatilla County and a bull elk in Lincoln County earlier this month. Anyone with information that leads to...
School District Closures
Due to winter weather conditions, the following area school districts are affected Friday, Jan. 19:
Athena-Weston School District - Closed
Hermiston School District -...
UEC Offers Tips to Fight Off the Winter Chill & Save Money
By Abby Berry
We all have our favorite season. Some people love crisp, cool weather and bundling up under a favorite blanket, while others prefer...
Fight Continues Over Morrow County Ambulance Service
Morrow County leaders have responded to ongoing public concern about the state of the county’s ambulance service, seemingly trying to clarify the county’s role...
ODOT Re-Opens Interstate 84 Between Troutdale and Hood River
Interstate 84 opened Wednesday between Troutdale at milepost 17 and Hood River at milepost 64 following an ice storm that closed the interstate for...
School District Delay, Cancel Classes Thursday Due to Weather
Due to winter weather conditions, the following area school districts are affected Thursday, Jan. 18:
Athena-Weston School District - Closed (changed from 2-hour delay)
...
Roads Start a Slow Thaw Wednesday But Ice, Slush, Snow Still a Hazard
Higher temperatures throughout Oregon on Wednesday are starting to thaw the ice and snow covering many roads but travelers still need to be prepared...
