UHS Drive-Up Graduation Set for This Evening; Parade to Follow
The Umatilla School District has announced their updated plans to celebrate and honor the 2020 graduates this evening.
The drive-up graduation ceremony begins at 6:30...
Umatilla Shuts Down City Facilities After City Employee Tests Positive
The city of Umatilla has announced temporary closure of city hall, the library, municipal court and the police department lobby to the public due...
Hermiston Police Capt. Travis Eynon Expresses Gratitude to Community
A lot of hard work and community spirit was on display in Hermiston over the past several days and it did not go unnoticed...
June 2: Total Number of COVID-19 Cases in Umatilla County Total 119
Umatilla County Health (UCo Health) reported two new confirmed cases of coronavirus today.
That brings the county's total number of confirmed cases to 119.
UCo Health...
Columbia Development Authority Board to Meet Via Zoom on June 4
The Columbia Development Authority Board will meet on Thursday, June 4.
The meeting will take place at 1 p.m. via Zoom, Meeting ID: 825 2658 7005,
Password: 766681
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Hermiston School District Cancels Summer Driver Education Classes
The Hermiston School District has canceled summer driver education classes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Anyone who needs a refund should send an email to...
HPD Weekend Activity Report
"Wow! What a weekend," said Hermiston Police Department Capt. Travis Eynon. Here’s a rundown of the HPD cases from night shift Friday through night shift...
June 1: Latest Positive Tests for COVID-19 Bring County Total to 117
Umatilla County Health (UCo Health) reported four new confirmed cases of coronavirus today.
That brings the county's total number of confirmed cases to 117.
UCo Health...
Hermiston Joins Nationwide Protests Over May 25 Killing of George Floyd
Several dozen people came together in Hermiston today to join the nationwide protests over the killing of George Floyd.
A small crowd began gathering at...
Wildhorse Resort & Casino Re-Opens with New Guidelines, Limited Hours
Wildhorse Resort & Casino has announced their re-opening, with limited hours and new guidelines to help ensure the health and safety of staff, guests...
Hermiston High School to Livestream This Evening’s Baccalaureate
The Hermiston Nazarene Church will sponsor Hermiston High School’s Baccalaureate service on Monday, June 1 at 7 p.m.
The keynote speaker is Josh Walker. The...
UEC Crews Work Throughout Weekend to Restore Electrical Power
A weekend wind storm uprooted trees, downed power lines and shut off power for many Eastern Oregon residents.
Saturday’s wind storm saw peak gusts hit...
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...
Riverside High Announces Changes for Saturday’s Graduation
Due to the inclement weather forecast, Riverside High School Principal David Norton has announced a change in plans for the graduation celebration, set for...
Good Shepherd Resumes Elective & Non-emergent Procedures, Services
Good Shepherd Health Care System (GSHCS) has resumed elective procedures, non-emergent surgeries and preventative health care services in accordance with the Oregon Health Authority...
Hermiston School District Registering New Kindergarteners Online
Hermiston School District is holidng online kindergarten registration now through June 11, for the 2020-2021 school year. Incoming kindergarten students must be 5 years...
May 28: There’s Now 111 Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in Umatilla County
Umatilla County Health (UCo Health) reported a new confirmed cases of coronavirus today.
That brings the county's total number of confirmed cases to 111.
UCo Health...
Hermiston City Council Appoints David McCarthy to Empty Seat
The Hermiston City Council filled its vacant seat with the appointment of David McCarthy on Tuesday.
McCarthy will fill out the term of John Kirwan,...
Oregon Big Game Raffle Tickets Available Online Until May 30
Want a chance to hunt big game for months and during the rut — or a rare chance to hunt for a bighorn sheep...
BMCC Eliminates 23 Positions, Delivers Layoff Notices to 11
Blue Mountain Community College has delivered layoff notices to 11 employees, and ultimately will eliminate 23 positions from the BMCC General Fund budget for...
