New Tunnel Being Built as Part of Historic Columbia River Highway

Mitchell Point was the site of an iconic tunnel on the Historic Columbia River Highway with its five arched windows overlooking the Columbia River. Constructed...
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Hermiston’s Altrusa Club Holding Multi-Family Yard Sale on Oct. 2

Altrusa International of Hermiston will hold a multi-family yard sale on Saturday, Oct. 2, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale will be held...

ODOT to Issue Permits to Chain Up Commercial Trucks in E. Oregon

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) will issue permits for individuals interested in chaining up commercial vehicles during the winter months along specific sections...
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Grand Opening for New Irrigon Chamber Set for Today

The public is invited to attend the grand opening of the new Irrigon Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center today from 4 to 7...

Chemical Leak Sends 3 to Hospital

A chemical release at Shearer’s Foods in Hermiston on Tuesday sent three people to the hospital. Umatilla County Fire District #1 (UCFD#1) and hazmat responders...

Sept. 29: Umatilla County Health Reports 81 New COVID-19 Cases

Umatilla County Health today reported 81 new COVID-19 cases - down 88 from Tuesday's total. Today's new cases bring the county's overall total to 13,356....

Hermiston Altrusa Accepting Scholarship Applications

Friday, Oct. 1 is the last day to apply for a $3,500 scholarship from Altrusa International of Hermiston. The Altrusa Foundation Scholarship is for those...

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...
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Grand Opening for New Irrigon Chamber Set for Thursday

The public is invited to attend the grand opening of the new Irrigon Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center this Thursday, Sept. 30 from...

Legislature Passes Redistricting Bill; District 57 to Expand in Size

On Monday, the Oregon House of Representatives passed SB 882, which reappropriated Oregon’s legislative districts. The end result for District 57 is that it gained...

Sept. 28: Umatilla County Health Reports 169 New COVID-19 Cases

Umatilla County Health today reported 169 new COVID-19 cases - up 69 from Monday's total. Today's new cases bring the county's overall total to 13,275....

OSP Seeking Information About Injured Elk Hunter Found Saturday

The Oregon State Police (OSP) is seeking help from the public regarding a severely injured hunter who was found Saturday in Sherman County. On Sept....

UEC Member Takes Advantage of Rebates to Invest in Energy Efficiency

Dan Schoenfelder, a Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) member south of Hermiston, is a prime example of someone who believes in investing in energy efficiency. Dan took...

Sept. 27: Umatilla County Health Reports 100 New COVID-19 Cases

Umatilla County Health today reported 100 new COVID-19 cases - up eight from Friday's total. Today's new cases - which includes new cases reported Friday...

UEC Celebrating National Cooperative Month with Special Events

Umatilla Electric Cooperative is celebrating National Cooperative Month in October with events and activities. In appreciation of its members, UEC will provide boxed lunches to...

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...

Richland Bombs Bulldogs. 48-0

The Hermiston Bulldogs struggled on both sides of the ball Friday night in a 48-0 home loss to the Richland Bombers. Richland put up 14...

Sept. 24: Umatilla County Health Reports 2 More COVID-19 Deaths

Umatilla County Health today reported two more residents has died from COVID-19 - the 128th and 129th deaths in the county due to the...
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Cool Desert Nights Car, Motorcycle Show Set for Richland Sept. 30-Oct. 3

The 2021 Cool Desert Nights Car & Motorcycle Show, hosted by the West Richland Area Chamber of Commerce, is set for Sept. 30 through...

Hermiston Altrusa Accepting Scholarship Applications

Altrusa International of Hermiston is now accepting applications for a $3,500 scholarship. The Altrusa Foundation Scholarship is for those seeking to gain or upgrade job...