The Brotherhood of Bikers Motorcycle Association is hosting the inaugural Coats For Kids Run.
The Arc of Umatilla County recently met to celebrate the past year and to install new officers.
With fall in the air, family fun is firing up Oct. 7-9 at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center, 1705 E. Airport Road, Hermiston.
To highlight National Recovery Month, several community partners are teaming up to host Recovery is for Everyone/Recovery Wellness Walk.
A hearty meal will be served during an Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center fundraiser.
U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, announced he is accepting applications to the U.S. Senate Page Program for summer 2023. Oregon students completing their sophomore or junior year of high scho…
A free webinar on caring for a loved one facing mild dementia is offered by Prestige Senior Living.
Six local “stars” will two-step into the spotlight as the Hermiston Education Foundation brings back a popular fundraiser. Dancing with the Hermiston Stars is Oct. 9, 5 p.m. at Hermiston High School.
The excitement is palpable as Good Shepherd Health Care System prepares to host Family Health & Fitness Day.
Family Health Associates in partnership with the Umatilla Hospital District recently announced the recipient of the VJ McClannahan Scholarship. The $2,500 award is presented to a graduate of U…
The Pendleton Round-Up & Happy Canyon Hall of Fame has selected Binita Shrestha of Hermiston as the recipient of a $2,500 college scholarship.
The Harkenrider Senior Activity Center menu for Thursday, Sept. 15, is baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and dessert. The menu for Tuesday, Sept. 20, is pizza, green salad,…
This year’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month fundraiser will feature a virtual silent auction and raffle. While the event doesn’t go live until Oct. 27, organizers are seeking donations for t…
Pony rides, a petting zoo, games, prizes, ice cream and entertainment are planned during Kiwanis Kids Day.
Inland Northwest Musicians was among the 106 arts organizations across the state to receive a Small Operating Grant from the Oregon Arts Commission for fiscal year 2023. Each organization will…
HEPPNER — The 2022 edition of the "Morrow County Chronicles" is now available for purchase. Each year, the Morrow County Historical Society gathers local stories and photos for publication.
The Washington Native Plant Society Columbia Basin Chapter Native Plant Sale features local native plants that will survive and thrive in this region.
Willow Creek Symphony, the preparatory orchestra of the Inland Northwest Musicians, recently began rehearsals. The sessions continue on Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. at Armand Larive Middle School, 14…
Fire It Up! Events, along with the Kansas City Barbeque Society, is offering the official KCBS Certified BBQ judging class. After just a few hours of instruction, participants can learn how to…
Area high school students in grades nine through 12 are invited to participate in the American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program.
For those needing to do some fall cleaning, Hermiston Parks and Recreation has the perfect event for you.
UMATILLA — A group of inmates who are part of the Paradigm Shift Club at Two Rivers Correctional Institution, Umatilla, recently gave back to the community.
The summer 2022 president’s list at Southern New Hampshire University includes Johnathan Breshears of Umatilla. To earn the honor, students must complete 12 credits and achieve a GPA of 3.7 or…
The Echo Heritage Association has an ambitious project to renovate the small city’s St. Peter’s Catholic Church. The association estimates the cost at $5 million during a span of five years.
Eastern Oregon University awarded 717 degrees during the 2021-22 academic year. Local students and their field of study include:
The Hermiston Fall Festival is coming up Oct. 7-8 at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center, Hermiston.
Ron Emmons of Hermiston is rounding up several of his old college buddies for a bluegrass concert featuring EOCenes. The band also features Hugh McClellan, Duane Boyer and Hal Spence. Also, Al…
With a theme of “Read Beyond the Beaten Path,” Summer Reading Program participants were encouraged to check out area libraries. Erin McCusker, Umatilla County Special Library District director…
The Blue Mountain Community Foundation is accepting applications for the 2022 Discretionary Grant Program.
People are encouraged to start making plans to attend the Umatilla County Historical Society's annual fundraiser.
Adults have an opportunity to get creative during Boardman’s new adult art series. A recent session featured mandala rock painting. Classes are every other Monday; people can register for one …
Delish Bistro is serving up live music with Dallin Puzey on Saturday, Sept. 10, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at 1619 N. First St., Hermiston. There is no cover charge.
UMATILLA — With fall just around the corner, it’s time to drive into the season with music and friends.
HERMISTON — With a ground trembling roar, cars rocketed past a packed house on the first day of Hermiston Raceway's Labor Day Spectacular on Saturday, Sept. 3.
Esperanza Ochoa, 42, moved to Hermiston in 1986 from the city of Ruiz, in the state of Nayarit, in Mexico.
In my mind I knew it was inevitable. That didn’t stop me from feeling panicky. My daughter was going to college.
SCIO — Willamette Connections Academy recently announced its kindergarten through middle school honor roll for the second semester 2021-22 school year.
The Hermiston Public Library is providing Adult Take ‘n’ Make Crafts on the first Thursday of the month.
Zac Grooms will strum some tunes during Wine Night at Bellinger Farms and Gourmet Shoppe.
Giddy up, it’s almost time for the Eastern Oregon Women’s Coalition Annual Round-Up Governor’s Luncheon. The event features special speaker Katy Coba, the state’s chief operating officer and d…
A Highland Hills Elementary School student didn’t have to look far for inspiration in entering the Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom’s annual Calendar Art Contest.
HERMISTON — Umatilla Electric Cooperative has been schmoozing with the community recently — distributing donations to a pair of nonprofit organizations and educational presentations with local…
The Hermiston Linebacker Club is ready to kick off the 2022 season. The group huddles up on Thursdays at noon at Desert Lanes Family Fun Center, 1545 N. First St., Hermiston.
Pacific University recently announced its spring 2022 dean’s list and students graduating in May and August 2022 commencement ceremonies. Local students, their field of study and graduation da…
HERMISTON — With the 2022-23 school year just around the corner, the Hermiston School District is preparing to unveil its two new elementary schools. The public is invited to ribbon-cutting ev…
PENDLETON — Hundreds of people gathered on the afternoon of Friday, Aug. 19, outside Electric Sundown, Pendleton, for a food giveaway.
The monthly Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center fundraising breakfast features hotcakes, ham or sausage patties, eggs, hash browns and biscuits with country gravy.
With National Dog Day coming up on Friday, Aug. 26, people might consider lending a paw to dogs (as well as cats and kittens) that are going through a “ruff” spot. Fuzz Ball Animal Rescue is s…
Beginning this fall, all Hermiston School District students enrolled at the elementary and middle schools may eat breakfast and lunch at no charge.
Stanfield School District started fall term classes Monday, Aug. 22, and the district’s renovated track and tennis courts are ready for the community and students.
The Hermiston High School class of 1972 says, “the more the merrier.” Bulldogs who graduated in 1970 through 1973 are invited to a joint Dawg reunion.
