Hermiston’s City Charter Review Committee looking for members
HERMISTON, Ore.-Civic-minded residents are encouraged to join the City of Hermiston’s Charter Review Committee.
The Hermiston City Council approved Resolution 2382, establishing a Charter Review...
Eastern Oregon track and field athletes shine at National Junior Olympics
HERMISTON, Ore.-Several track and field athletes from Northeastern Oregon competed in the National Junior Olympic Track and Field Championships July 21-27 in Savannah, Georgia.
Seven...
Hermiston watermelon harvest underway at Walchli Farms
HERMISTON, Ore.-The watermelon harvest, a sweet summer staple in Hermiston, is underway at Walchli Farms.
“You get high-quality sweet melon in Hermiston that you don’t...
Umatilla PD investigating shooting
UMATILLA, Ore.-One person was hospitalized after a shooting in Umatilla on the night of July 26.
Umatilla PD Officers responded to the shooting at 210...
Jake Lindsay devoted to his land and community in Heppner
Amid drought and market challenges, the Morrow County farmer embraces the hard work that keeps his family farm alive
MORROW COUNTY — As the harvest...
No injuries reported in Milton-Freewater shooting
MILTON-FREEWATER, Ore.-A shooting outside the Community Building on the night of July 26 is under investigation.
Milton-Freewater Police responded to reports of shots fired near...
Good Shepherd Community Health Foundation hosts scholarship dinner
HERMISTON, Ore.- The Good Shepherd Community Health Foundation awarded $86,500 in scholarships to students pursuing health-related careers at a dinner on July 22.
Over 60...
Hermiston PD arrest log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
June 27: Mark Allen Hernandez, 41, was cited and released on the 400 block...
Good Shepherd Health Community Health Foundation Opens Fall 2025 Grant Cycle – Due by...
HERMISTON, OR – The Good Shepherd Community Health Foundation (GSCHF) announces the opening of its Fall 2025 Grant Cycle, inviting local nonprofit organizations and...
Pendleton names new Assistant Public Works Director
PENDLETON, Ore.-Kyle Willman has been named the new Assistant Public Works Director for the City of Pendleton.
“I’m honored to accept the opportunity to serve...
Cowboys and Community: The Farm-City Pro Rodeo
HERMISTON, Ore.-The Farm-City Pro Rodeo, a premier Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) event and a true community celebration, is August 6-9 at the Eastern...
Boardman Fires: Vehicle of interest, driver ruled out
BOARDMAN, Ore.-A vehicle of interest related to a series of suspicious fires in Boardman on July 18 has been identified and located.
According to an...
Special legislative session called, ODOT layoffs postponed
SALEM, Ore.-A special legislative session to address road maintenance and operations in Oregon has been called for August 29, postponing mass layoffs at the...
Oregon’s economy drops over 4,000 jobs in June
Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment declined by 4,300 jobs in June, following a revised loss of 2,100 jobs in May.
June’s job losses were...
Boardman community rallies following fires
BOARDMAN, Ore.-The Boardman community is coming together after five homes were lost in a series of fires, some of which may have been arson,...
Hermiston PD arrest log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
June 21: Cristina Medrano, 68, was arrested on the 300 block of S. First...
Hermiston track athletes to compete in National Junior Olympics
HERMISTON, Ore.-Several local track athletes are competing in the National Junior Olympic Track and Field Championships July 21-27 in Savannah, Georgia.
The athletes from Hermiston...
Good Shepherd offering Ostomy Support Group for patients, families and caregivers
HERMISTON, Ore.-The next meeting of Good Shepherd Health Care System’s (GSHCS) Ostomy Support Group is scheduled for September 16 from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The free support...
Business Resource Center closed, UEC community support efforts continue
HERMISTON, Ore.-The Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) Business Resource Center (BRC) located on North First Street in Hermiston officially closed on June 30, after five...
Imminent wildfire threat prompts State of Emergency in Oregon
SALEM, Ore.-A State of Emergency has been declared in Oregon due to the “imminent and ongoing threat of wildfire.”
The declaration made by Governor Tina...
