Early Voting Was Slow, But Pollsters Expect High Turnout in Oregon
By Julia Shumway/Oregon Capital Chronicle
Ballots went out to Oregon voters in mid-October, and since then they’ve been trickling daily into county elections offices.
As of...
Hermiston to Salutes Veterans with Free Breakfast on Nov. 11
Veterans and active duty service personnel are invited to enjoy a free breakfast on Nov. 11, 8-9:30 a.m. at the Hermiston Community Center, 415...
National Weather Service Issues Wind Advisory for Lower Columbia Basin
The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a wind advisory for the region that is in effect now until 7 a.m. on Tuesday,...
Deadline to Vote is 8 P.M. Tuesday
Hermiston residents who haven't voted have only hours left to do so.
Ballots are due by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5 and must be...
Annual Hermiston Farm Fair Set to Return in December at EOTEC
The Hermiston Farm Fair returns Dec. 4 and 5.
The fair is the product of the partnership between the Hermiston Agricultural Research and Extension Center...
Education Dept. Offers Schools Guidance on Student Cell Phone Use
By Alex Baumhardt/Oregon Capital Chronice
A growing body of research and teacher surveys shows student cell phone use in schools is hindering more than helping the school experience.
In response,...
BMCC Board Member Among Three Howard Cherry Award Honorees
The Oregon Community College Association (OCCA) announced the winners of the annual Howard Cherry Awards, which celebrate the contributions that local advocates, administrators and...
SAGE Center Opens Holiday Season Today with Winter Market
The Morrow County Winter Market features local vendors offering unique gifts, handmade crafts and seasonal goodies.
The event begins with Ladies Night on Friday, Nov....
Oregon Sees Uptick in Bird Flu During Fall Migration of Wild Birds
By Lynne Terry/Oregon Capital Chronicle
With the fall migration underway, Oregon officials have noted an increase in birds infected with bird flu.
Oregon Department of Agriculture...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
Oct. 24: Alejandro Jimenez Valencia, 37, was arrested on the 1200 block of S.E....
Proposed Ordinance to Affect Commercial Sewer Customers
The Hermiston City Council will soon review a proposed ordinance to introduce new requirements for commercial sewer customers to prevent pipeline blockages caused by grease.
According to...
Zac Grooms Trio to Play Live This Weekend at Wildhorse Sports Bar
The Zac Grooms Trio will perform live on Friday and Saturday night at the Wildhorse Sports Bar in Pendleton.
The Northwest country band takes the...
Prepare for Chain Inspections on I-84 East of Pendleton on Nov. 7
To prepare for winter weather and its associated hazards, the Oregon Department of Transportation will conduct a chain inspection on Interstate 84 eastbound at...
Chronic Wasting Disease Check Stations Open Nov. 2-4 in E. Oregon
As elk hunting seasons get underway, hunters should make plans to get any elk they harvest tested for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD).
The Oregon Department...
Umatilla County Seeks to Fill 2 Vacancies on Fair Board
The Umatilla County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants for appointment to fill
two upcoming vacancies on the Umatilla County Fair Board of Directors.
These are...
City of Umatilla Set to Reopen Upgraded Nugent Park Today
The city of Umatilla on Monday, Oct. 28, announced the reopening of Nugent Park following significant upgrades that enhance its facilities and accessibility.
The city...
State Offering Free Help Enrolling in Health Insurance for Many in Oregon
By Lynne Terry/Oregon Capital Chronicle
State officials are offering free help enrolling in insurance to 1 million Oregons who qualify for Medicare or buy health...
Hermiston Library Plans Month of Activities During November
Adults and youngsters, alike, can participate in activities throughout November during programs offered by the Hermiston Public Library. They are free of charge and...
Motorist Dies in Single-Vehicle Accident on Interstate 84
A motorist died on Saturday, Oct. 19 in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 84.
The Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on I-84...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
Oct. 19: Travis Leroy Grigsby, 44, was arrested on the 200 block of N....
