BMCC Gallery Helping Engage Preschoolers with Art
The Betty Feves Memorial Gallery is partnering with Playtime Education to engage preschoolers with art in a gallery setting, as well as highlight the students’...
Smiley’s in Boardman Inviting Fans to Attend Super Bowl Party
Smiley’s Happy Place in Boardman is hosting a Super Bowl party and potluck on Sunday, Feb. 4 from 2 until 10 p.m.
You can bring...
Crews Called in to Fix Leaking Water Pipes at Highland Hills Elementary
Rusted, aging pipes began leaking at Highland Hills Elementary School in Hermiston today, according to the Hermiston School District.
The water was shut off around...
Rep. Smith Names EOU Student as Communications Director
Oregon State Rep. Greg Smith (GOP-Heppner) has hired Jorden Payne as his new communication director.
Payne’s responsibilities will include handling media inquiries and coordinating community...
Data Shows Hermiston Grad Rate Lags Behind State Average
Statistics released today by the Oregon Department of Education show Hermiston School District has room for improvement with its graduation rates.
Cohort graduation data looks...
Umatilla Electric Moving Forward on Wheatridge Transmission Project
On the heels of a favorable ruling from a federal agency, Umatilla Electric Cooperative is taking the steps necessary to provide transmission services to...
Boardman Council to Hold Meeting, Public Hearing on Feb. 6
The Boardman City Council will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6.
The meeting will be held at the Boardman City...
Hermiston Police Department Investigating Burglary at USA Subs
The Hermiston Police Department is seeking the public’s help in solving a burglary in Hermiston.
On Jan. 22, USA Subs on Hermiston Avenue was burglarized.
A...
Hermiston School District Reminds Parents About Immunizations
The Hermiston School District is reminding families that state law requires all students in public and private schools, preschools, certified child care facilities and...
Immigration Forum to Be Held in Hermiston on Feb. 3
Immigration experts will lead a forum on the U.S. immigration policies in Hermiston on Feb. 3 at the St. John's Episcopal Church.
Representatives from the...
Morrow County Grad Rates Exceed Oregon High School Average
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) released high school graduation rates for schools statewide which shows students in the Morrow County School District who...
Region’s Craft Beverages, Cheeses, Chocolates to Be Featured Feb. 17
The Blue Mountain Community College Foundation would like to invite the public to indulge itself at “Imbibe @ Blue,” a new event on Feb. 17...
State Adds 14,700 Jobs in December
In December, Oregon's nonfarm payroll employment grew by 14,700 jobs, following a revised loss of 300 jobs in November.
Monthly gains were concentrated in two...
Troy Fair Band to Play Live at Wildhorse
The Troy Fair Band will play live Friday, Jan. 26 and Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Wildhorse Sports Bar in Pendleton.
The country band take...
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, Jan. 25.
The...
Walden Pens Op-Ed on Tax Cuts for Middle Class Americans
Pro-growth tax reform is on its way to hardworking, middle-class Americans. And it’s about time.
The biggest percentage of tax reductions next year will go...
Alleged Car Thief Leads Police on Chase – to Hermiston Police Station
A police chase involving a person alleged to have stolen a car in Hermiston came to an end in the early morning hours of...
Agape House Plans Name-Your-Price Lot Sale on Saturday
Agape House is holding a You Name the Price parking lot sale from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27.
Items can be donated...
DSA Banquet Set for Feb. 21
The 48th annual Hermiston Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Citizens Awards Banquet will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 21 a the Hermiston Community Center.
With the...
Winery to Host Valentine’s Dinner
Echo Ridge Cellars will host a Valentine’s Day dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 14 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Advance tickets are $55 per person for...
