Would You Rather Go to Court or Eat Dinner?
It’s just dinner – no biggie. The idea is simple, but the ramifications could be huge.
A local partnership is adding another tool to the...
Volunteer Shortage Closes Warming Station Tonight
Despite temperatures that are expected to drop well below freezing tonight, the Hermiston Warming Station will not be open.
“I am sad to say that...
Hermiston Pastor Set to Release Fifth Book
Dean Hackett began his side career as an author rather reluctantly. In fact, he says he was “forced into” writing his first book.
His literary...
Forecast Calls for Snow in Lower Columbia Basin
Got your snow tires and snow shovels ready? You might need them, according to the National Weather Service.
A low-pressure system and cold front will...
CASA Gives Voice to Children in Need
Court-Appointed Special Advocates Work on Behalf of Kids Removed From Home
Few things are more important in the life of a child than having a...
Friday's Festival of Lights Parade Route Changed
The route for Friday’s Festival of Lights Parade has been changed due a shortage of available police officers.
The new route begins at Newport Park...
HHS Video of the Week: Childhood Aspirations
It used to be that little boys and little girls wanted to be firemen and nurses when they grew up. Things have changed. This...
City Partners with County on Building Codes
The Hermiston City Council approved an agreement with Umatilla County Monday night which is expected to improve service for people who build outside of...
Mayor Breaks Tie in Search Firm Vote
A small piece of history was made Monday night at Hermiston City Hall.
The Hermiston City Council took up a vote to hire a firm...
Council Examines Homelessness in Hermiston
Who are the homeless in Hermiston and what services are available to them?
Those questions were discussed at length Monday night during the Hermiston City...
Altrusa Selects Scholarship Recipients
Altrusa International of Hermiston announced that Angelica Cole is the recipient of the Linda Gilleese Memorial Scholarship for $1,000.
Cole is attending Washington State University.This...
Theater Group to Present 'A Christmas Carol' Dec. 6
A special presentation of A Christmas Carol will be held at the Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., on Friday, Dec. 6 at...
Umatilla to Offer 'Day In the Life of a Student' Event
In February, anyone interested in re-living their middle school or high school experience will have the chance.
As part of an effort to connect with...
Umatilla Continues to Mull Drug-Testing Policy
The Umatilla School District continues to discuss implementing a student drug-testing policy but will meet with an attorney one more time before drafting a...
New Hispanic Radio Station Lays Down the Law
There’s a new radio station in town and it’s laying down the law.
KZLY, 99.5 FM on the radio dial, is Hermiston’s first Spanish-speaking station...
'Megaload' Expected to Come Through town Sunday
Massive oil refinery equipment, known as a ‘megaload,’ will travel through Umatilla and Hermiston Sunday on its way to Canada.
OregonLive reported Friday that Oregon...
Hermiston Man gets 22 Months for Rental Scam
A Hermiston man will serve 22 months in prison for running a rental scam and stealing appliances and a vehicle.
According to the Tri-City Herald,...
Walla Walla to Host Holiday Weekend
Gesa Power House Theatre in Walla Walla will be the venue Dec. 14-15 for a weekend of family entertainment, food, music, and unique shopping...
Number of Homeless Hermiston Students Rises
A new report shows that while the number of homeless students in the state of Oregon declined, the Hermiston School District saw an increase...
Mobile Marketing Topic of Chamber Luncheon
The Hermiston Chamber of Commerce’s monthly Business to Business Luncheon will be held at 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at the Hermiston Conference...
