The Hermiston Public Library has the perfect Halloween activity for families — pumpkin decorating.
Each October, open enrollment begins for Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plans. Medicare plans and coverage for prescription drugs change each year, so it is important for Oreg…
An afternoon of family fun will serve as a fundraiser for the Mendiolas. The Hermiston family recently lost two family members.
American Legion & Auxiliary, Hermiston Post 37 meets the first Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Agape House, 500 W. Harper Road, Hermiston. The next meeting is Nov. 1. A light refreshment i…
Morrow County needs people to represent the Boardman and Ione area on the Morrow County Planning Commission.
The winner of the second John F. Walchli Ag Entrepreneurs Award for 2020-21 is Bob Coleman of Hermiston.
HEPPNER — Larry Lutcher with the Oregon State University Extension Office will serve as the guest speaker during the quarterly luncheon of the Heppner Chamber of Commerce.
PENDLETON —Umatilla County is looking to fill two vacant positions on the Umatilla County Fair Board of Directors.
UMATILLA — Nashville recording artist Cale Moon is returning to the area for a show in Umatilla.
People looking for relief from arthritis pain or just wanting to be active can gain from the Arthritis Foundation’s six-week Walk with Ease program. Participants can learn how to safely make p…
Even while wearing masks Monday morning, Oct. 11, you could see the excitement on the faces of Val Hoxie, the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce executive assistant, and Kris Bennett, board of dire…
Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Nicholas Kristof sings praises for “Eminent Oregonians,” a soon-to-be released book about the lives and contributions of three Oregonians who “helped create m…
The Echo Market ended the final day of its season Saturday, Oct. 2, as it had every other day throughout its inaugural year — with happy vendors, joyful attendees and one extremely busy organizer.
The Hermiston Downtown District is again rolling out its Cork & Barrel event with wine and beer tasting. Open to adults 21-and-older, the event also features food, dancing and live music w…
People looking for relief from arthritis pain or just wanting to be active can gain from the Arthritis Foundation’s six-week Walk with Ease program. Participants can learn how to safely make p…
A virtual silent auction and raffle will help support Domestic Violence Services in Umatilla and Morrow counties. The event is being held as part of 2021 National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
American Legion & Auxiliary, Hermiston Post 37 will host a parking lot sale Saturday, Oct. 9 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grocery Outlet, 1815 N. First St, Hermiston.
Oregon FFA and Les Schwab Tires Center again are teaming up for the Drive Away Hunger initiative.
Bookminders, the Hermiston Public Library's book club, meets at 1:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. The meeting will be downstairs in the library meeting room, 235 E. Gladys Ave., H…
ECHO — The Echo Market wraps up its inaugural season Saturday, Oct. 2.
Billed as a premier junk and handcrafted market in Eastern Oregon, Junk Barn Girls features a variety of vendors offering vintage finds, jewelry, handmade goods and repurposed items.
Described as a peaceful event that bears witness to beliefs in the sanctity of life, Deanna Leonard said the annual Life Chain is Sunday, Oct. 3, in Hermiston.
Organizers are gearing up to sow some family fun as the Morrow County Harvest Festival returns. In its eighth year, the free event is Saturday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. outdoors on the ground…
If you need motivation to clean out your garage, Hermiston Parks & Recreation has just the event for you.
The Department of Human Services in Umatilla and Morrow counties recently completed a second Lemonade Run, obtaining free clothing for area foster children and youths.
Heritage Station Museum is celebrating fall with a special event.
The city of Umatilla is gearing up for its second annual Touch-A-Truck.
American Legion & Auxiliary, Hermiston Post 37 meets the first Monday each month at 7 p.m. at Agape House, 500 W. Harper Road, Hermiston. The next meeting is Oct. 4. A light refreshment is…
Names of students who have made the Scholastic Honor Roll for the summer 2021 term were announced by Oregon State University.
The public is invited to join in paying tribute to one of the top animals in the world of rodeo, War Paint.
Calling all Bulldog football fans, the Hermiston Linebacker Club invites everyone to its weekly meeting.
The SAGE Center, which has been in existence for less than a decade, has lots to boast about these days.
The Oregon East Symphony recently announced that all performances for its 2021-22 season will be at the Vert Auditorium, 480 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton.
The Hometown Heroes Championship at Hermiston Raceway promises some of the best talent from across the Pacific Northwest.
A lively Portland-based band will return to Heppner for the season finale of Music in the Park.
The Blue Mountain Community Foundation is accepting applications for the 2021 Discretionary Grant Program.
The Gathering Place at Bellinger's welcomes Lois Piercy of Echo West Vineyard Estate. She will be on hand pouring wines from Sno Road Winery — which she and her husband, Lloyd, own — during th…
In an effort to promote treatment and recovery from substance use disorders, the month of September is designated as National Recovery Month. Initially established 32 years ago by the Substanc…
A handgun safety class, which is required to obtain a concealed weapon permit, is being offered in Hermiston.
The inaugural Veterans Benefit and Music Festival will feature Steve Campbell, Jagged Edge and The Vaughn Jensen Experience.
The 5K/10K fun run/walk is the only fall Eastern Oregon trail race. A fun day is offered for all, even if not competing. Visitors are invited to hike the course while enjoying the local ridges…
HERMISTON — Applications for the Altrusa Foundation Scholarship are now available. The scholarship is an award of up to $3,500 for students gaining or upgrading job skills or re-entering the j…
Yard sales will be springing up this weekend throughout the communities in South Morrow County. They are planned Aug 27-29 in Heppner, Lexington and Ione.
A faith-based grief support group is starting soon at Stanfield Baptist Church.
A faith-based hip hop recording artist will perform in Hermiston.
A splashing good time was had during the annual Department of Human Services Foster Swim Party at the Hermiston Family Aquatic Center.
Children 12 and under are invited to participate in the Hermiston Public Library’s monthly Coloring Page Activity. Starting on the first Thursday of each month, children and youths are encoura…
A business that recently opened in Umatilla features clogging.
An international bestselling novel about grief, mourning and the joy of survival is the topic of the upcoming Bookminders, the Hermiston Public Library book club.
A fun-filled day of music, action sports, activities for youths and multiple opportunities to hear about Jesus Christ is featured during the Greater Hermiston CityFest with Andrew Palau.
CityFest schedule
The Morrow County School District has a trio of new administrators for the 2021-22 school year.
BOARDMAN — It’s time for a change.
UMATILLA — Dan Durfey has put in his time.
