Hermiston Pregnancy Support Center Transitions to Local Governance

After six years of operation, a pregnancy support center in Hermiston will transition into an independent, locally governed center on Jan. 1, 2018. Previously known...

Me and My Prince Ball Seeking Sponsors for This Year’s Dance

The Me and My Prince Ball committee of Girl Scout volunteers is seeking sponsors for this year's 14th annual father-daughter dance that will be...

UEC Holds the Line on Electric Rates

Umatilla Electric will absorb rising costs from its wholesale power supplier without the need for an overall revenue increase from its Cooperative membership. UEC’s adjusted...

Master Gardener Classes Offered

Looking to turn over a new leaf in 2018? Consider becoming a certified OSU Master Gardener. The Oregon State University Umatilla County Extension is holding...

Oregon Bottle Bill Expands to Include More Recyclable Containers

Oregon's bottle bill has expanded to allow more bottles to be recycled for cash. The expansion began on Monday and means most beverages in sealed...

HPD Investigating Suspicious Car Fire

The Hermiston Police Department is seeking information about a suspicious car fire that occurred Tuesday morning in Hermiston. According to the HPD, officers were called...
Fork and Spoon

Catholic Church Serving Free Lunch on Friday

Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church in Hermiston is hosting an open table meal at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 4. The meals are free,...
Police Response

Man Jailed After Threatening to Kill Family Members with an Axe

A Umatilla man is in jail after allegedly threatening to kill family members with an axe. According to the Umatilla County Sheriff's Office, deputy Nathan...

Good Shepherd Medical Center Welcomes First Baby of New Year

At 4:30 a.m. on Jan. 1, weighing 7.4 pounds, and at 21.25 inches long, baby Jose “Joey” Phillip Escobedo was welcomed by Jose and...
Christmas Trees

City to Offer Christmas Tree Recycling

Once again, the city of Hermiston will provide a place to drop off your Christmas tree once all the presents have been opened. Residents can...
Joe Franell

EOT’s Joseph Franell Re-Appointed to Broadband Advisory Council

On Jan. 1, Gov. Kate Brown re-appointed Eastern Oregon Telecom’s CEO Joseph Franell to the Oregon Broadband Advisory Council (OBAC). This is Franell’s fourth consecutive...

Nazarene Church Serving Free Meal Today

The Hermiston Church of the Nazarene will host an open table meal at 10:45 a.m. today, Jan. 2. The church, located at 1520 W. Orchard...
Knife, Fork and Spoon

Methodist Church Serving Free Lunch on Thursday

The First United Methodist Church in Hermiston will serve lunch to those in need at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 3. The lunches are served...
Knife, Fork and Spoon

Methodist Church Serving Free Lunch on Thursday

The First United Methodist Church in Hermiston will serve lunch to those in need at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 3. The lunches are served...
Basketball

HHS Boys Basketball Game Vs. Silverton Postponed Until Jan. 5

Due to weather conditions, the Hermiston High School boys’ basketball game that was scheduled for today at the HHS gym versus top-ranked Silverton has...

SAGE Center Offering Daily Musical Christmas Light Shows

The SAGE Center in Boardman is presenting a Musical Christmas Light Show every day in December from 5 to 10 p.m. The SAGE Center is...

Hermiston and Stanfield Senior Centers Offering Free Health Checks

The Hermiston and Stanfield Senior Centers will offer free blood pressure checks and health information from 11 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Dec. 28. The...
Wildhorse Resort & Casino

“Elvis’ is Coming to Wildhorse

Wildhorse Resort & Casino is hosting Justin Shandor, a nationally recognized Elvis tribute artist, Friday, Feb. 16, 2018. Ultimate Elvis tickets are on sale in...

Wildhorse Resort Plans New Year’s Eve Countdown Celebration

Wildhorse Resort & Casino has a full night of fun and entertainment planned for their New Year’s Eve Countdown Celebration on Dec. 31. The Sports...
Fiddler

Brookdale to Host Fiddlers’ Jam

Brookdale Hermiston will host a fiddlers jam from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28. Musicians are encouraged to take part in the jam...