Nonprofits Highlight Commitment to Community at Hermiston’s 2nd Annual Service Fair
More than two dozen service organizations set up shop on Tuesday, Oct. 1, at the Hermiston Community Center for the second annual Service Fair...
Poachers Paying the Price in Oregon
Poachers are paying the price for their crimes. Three recent court cases reflect the harshness with which Oregonians view wildlife crimes. All three cases...
Hermiston Police Temporarily Relocated During Station Remodel
The Hermiston Public Safety Center is undergoing a significant remodel, temporarily moving Hermiston Police operations to multiple locations.
This adjustment will allow continued service while...
Hermiston Councilor Rod Hardin Signs Off After 32 Years
In 1992, Bill Clinton was elected president, the internet had not yet become a part of our daily lives and Hermston’s population was barely...
Pendleton Business Owners Warned That All That Glitters Isn’t Always Gold
PENDLETON, Ore - Business owners are being asked to be on the lookout after some phony gold coins were passed last week.
An unknown customer...
ODFW Offers Tips for Shed Hunting
This time of year isn’t just for Easter egg hunting. Many Oregonians are in the outdoors looking for another seasonal treat– shed antlers.
Oregon’s male...
Distinguished Service Awards to honor Greater-Hermiston Community
HERMISTON, Ore.-The community is invited to celebrate the 55th Annual Distinguished Service Awards on March 19.
The awards, hosted by the Good Shepherd Community Health...
Plans Move Ahead for Massive New Housing Development in Hermiston
Plans are moving ahead for the development of a 353-acre housing development along Feedville Road following Monday night’s Hermiston City Council meeting.
The council, acting...
KOIN News Airs Feature on Missing Hermiston Woman Graciela Garcia
Portland's KOIN aired a segment Tuesday on Graciela Garcia, the Hermiston woman who was reported missing on Nov. 11, 2019.
On its True Crime Tuesday...
Baker boys and girls basketball ready for State Quarterfinals
BAKER CITY, Ore.-The Baker Bulldog Boys and Girls basketball teams are both into the quarterfinals of the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) State Tournament.
“We...
Body of Elderly Man Found in Driveway in Hermiston
The body of an elderly Hermiston man was found Monday morning in a driveway on Alpine Drive.
According to the Umatilla County Sheriff's Office, deputies...
Elk, Deer Hunters in Oregon Will Be Asked to Stop at Check Stations
Successful hunters who drive by one of the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife's (ODFW) check stations in Prineville or Celilo Park during deer...
Hermiston Community Reaching Out to Family in Need of Help
It may not be immediately obvious to passersby, but something is happening on E. Gladys Avenue that is the very definition of the word...
Body of Hermiston Man Found at Bottom of Grain Elevator
The body of a 76-year-old Hermiston man was found Thursday afternoon at the bottom of a grain elevator on Juniper Canyon Road outside of...
Hermiston Man Gets 200 Years in Prison After Pleading Guilty to Incest
A Hermiston man was sentenced to 200 years in prison after pleading guilty to 19 sexual offense counts involving his granddaughter.
Umatilla County District Attorney...
Proposed Urban Renewal District Could Mean 1,300 New Housing Units
The Hermiston Urban Renewal Agency, made up of members of the Hermiston City Council, gave the go-ahead Monday night for city staff to begin...
Man Dies from Injuries Suffered in Altercation on Friday Morning
A Hermiston man died Friday morning following an altercation with another man.
The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a death following an altercation...
Severe Weekend Wind Storm Uproots Trees
This weekend's Eastern Oregon wind storm caused havoc throughout the area, uprooting trees and knocking down power lines. The National Weather Services recorded wind...
Explosion, Massive Fire at Shearer’s Foods Sends Seven to Hospital
An explosion at Shearer’s Foods Tuesday afternoon sent several people to the hospital and closed down roads leading to the fire on Highway 207.
The...
Hermiston Council Clears Way for 18,000-Square-Foot Skate Park
Hermiston will have a new skate adventure park following action taken Monday night by the Hermiston City Council.
The council voted unanimously to contract with...
