Survey on Hermiston Website Seeks Public’s Opinion on Cannabis Sales
The city of Hermiston is seeking input from citizens on the possibility of legalizing the sale of cannabis in Hermiston.
The city has a survey...
Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Telephone Warrant Scam
The Umatilla County Sheriff's Office is warning the public of a scam circulating the area once more.
The sheriff's office said it has received reports...
Gasoline Prices Find Themselves in the Slow Lane Due to Winter
Gas prices are in the winter doldrums in most states, including Oregon, this week with minimal changes in their averages.
This is likely due to...
Dana Osborn Band to Play Live This Weekend at Wildhorse Sports Bar
The Dana Osborn Band will perform live on Friday and Saturday night at the Wildhorse Sports Bar in Pendleton.
The band plays a variety of...
Oregon Democrats Would Make Drug Possession a Crime, Widen Treatment
By Ben Botkin/Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon Democratic legislators plan to fight the state’s war on drug addiction and overdoses on multiple battle fronts.
They want to...
Hunters Need to Report Deer and Elk Tags by Jan. 31 or Pay $25
Big game hunters who purchased or were issued a deer or elk tag in 2023 must report their hunt by Tuesday, Jan. 31 at...
Blue Mountain Community College Board Renames FARM II Project
The weather outside was frightful but members of the Blue Mountain Community College Board of Education met Jan. 17 via Zoom and renamed the...
What Small Businesses Need to Know for 2024 Tax Season
Tax season doesn't have to be stressful or time consuming. Small businesses should be aware of the taxes and deadlines they must meet. Here...
CTUIR Contracts with LASO for Expanded Legal Services
The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) is teaming with Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) to provide legal aid to tribal...
Council Agrees to Institute Business Licenses, Disagrees on Cost
The Hermiston City Council voted to institute a business license requirement Monday night but tabled discussion on how much businesses would have to pay.
The...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
Jan. 13: Devin Lindsey Christensen, 32, was arrested on the 200 block of N.W....
Stepping Stones Offering Overnight Shelter at Sleep Center on Hwy. 395
Stepping Stones Alliance continues to provide overnight shelter at its Sleep Center at 80487 N. Highway 395, Hermiston.
Operating hours are 7:30 p.m. to 7...
Snack Foods Get Their Due at Pendleton Center for the Arts
The snack foods that are a staple of many families’ pantries have come off the shelf and into the East Oregonian Gallery at the...
Umatilla County Special Library District Board to Meet Jan. 25
The Umatilla County Special Library District Board's monthly meeting will be held Thursday, Jan. 25.
The meeting will be at 5:30 p.m. at the district...
Morrow County Residents Considering Recalling Commissioners
Just more than a year after the recall of two Morrow County commissioners, residents are again considering a recall petition against the three members...
School Delays & Closures for Jan. 22
Due to winter weather conditions, the following school districts are affected Monday, Jan. 22:
Athena-Weston School District - 2-hour delay
Echo School District –...
OES Youth Orchestra to Present Free Winter Concert on Jan. 25
The Oregon East Symphony Youth Orchestra will present their free Winter Concert on Thursday, Jan. 25 in the Vert Clubroom, 345 S.W. Fourth St....
Offer of Rewards Continue Across Oregon for Recent Poaching Cases
Poachers killed three cow elk in Umatilla County and a bull elk in Lincoln County earlier this month. Anyone with information that leads to...
School District Closures
Due to winter weather conditions, the following area school districts are affected Friday, Jan. 19:
Athena-Weston School District - Closed
Hermiston School District -...
UEC Offers Tips to Fight Off the Winter Chill & Save Money
By Abby Berry
We all have our favorite season. Some people love crisp, cool weather and bundling up under a favorite blanket, while others prefer...
