Irrigon Junior-Senior High Prepares New Track for 2022-23 School Year
Students and staff returning to Irrigon Junior-Senior High School will notice some upgrades when they return to classes next week, including the new track...
Children’s Rodeo Set to Return Following Two-Year Absence
After a two-year absence due to the pandemic, the Children's Rodeo is set to return.
The InterMountain Education Service District's annual event returns this year...
Upcoming Workshop Designed for Native American Entrepreneurs
The Tamástslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton is hosting a free small business development workshop for aspiring Native American entrepreneurs on Thursday and Friday, Sept....
Head Start Honors Cathy Wamsley With New Early Learning Center
Thursday afternoon saw the opening of a new learning center in honor of a woman who “dedicated her life to serving children and families.”
The...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
Aug. 23: Evan Valentine Luczak, 31, was arrested on the 900 block of W....
Oregon Offering Free & Reduced College Tuition for Native Americans
Members of Oregon’s nine federally recognized tribes can attend the state’s public universities and community colleges practically free this school year, and members of...
Murray-Inslee Report Confirms Importance of Hydroelectricity
U.S. Sen. Patty Murray and Washington Gov. Jay Inslee today released their final “Lower Snake River Dams Benefit Replacement Report” which reaches the conclusion...
Beef Northwest Feeders Expands Footprint With Carlton Farms
Beef Northwest Feeders (Beef NW), a family-owned cattle operation headquartered in North Powder, has purchased family-owned Carlton Farms in Yamhill County.
“We are delighted to...
Willow Creek Farmers Market Takes Place Today in Heppner
The 2022 Willow Creek Farmers Market will be open for business on today in Heppner City Park.
Market days operate from 4 to 7 p.m....
Pendleton Friends of the Library to Hold Book Sale on Aug. 25-27
The Pendleton Friends of the Library annual book sale is returning to the Pendleton Convention Center this Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 25-27.
The member preview...
Motor Vehicle Accident in Hermiston Sends 1 Person to Hospital
One person was transported to the hospital Wednesday morning following a motor vehicle accident in Hermiston.
At 10:32 a.m. Umatilla County Fire District #1 (UCFD#1)...
Wildhorse Resort & Casino Robbery Suspect Faces Federal Charges
A Umatilla County man attempting an armed robbery at Wildhorse Resort & Casino opened fire last week outside the casino.
The U.S. Department of Justice...
UEC Supporting Youth Education Through Summer Events
The summer months are full of electrifying opportunities to engage with students in eastern Oregon. Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) had the opportunity to host...
UEC Partners with CoBank to Match Community Giving Contributions
Umatilla Electric Cooperative has joined with lending partner, CoBank, to give matching $5,000 donations to two local organizations, for a combined total of $10,000...
Good Shepherd Offering Lifestyle Improvement Program in September
Good Shepherd Health Care System is offering the Achieve, Conquer, Thrive (ACT) lifestyle improvement program for adults in September.
Led by registered dietitian nutritionists, the...
No One Injured Following 3-Vehicle Accident in Hermiston
No injuries were reported Tuesday morning following a three-vehicle accident in Hermiston.
The Umatilla County Fire District #1 responded to the accident around 10:33 a.m....
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies Set for Hermiston’s New Elementary Schools
The Hermiston School Board received an update Monday night on the district’s bond projects during its Monday night meeting.
Dates have been set for the...
No Steelhead Retention in Parts of John Day, Umatilla, Walla Walla Rivers
While upriver Columbia River steelhead returns have improved this year, returns of hatchery and/or wild fish to several northeast Oregon tributaries are still expected...
Manulife Properties Closure to Impact Opening Weekend of Archery Season
Manulife properties in northeast Oregon will remain closed to all public access through at least the opening weekend of archery season due to volatile...
Schools Hope to Overcome Staff Shortages with State, Federal Funds
By Alex Baumhardt
School districts in Oregon plan on spending millions of dollars in state and federal funds to pay teachers higher salaries and offer...
