‘drug Flushers’ Foiled
In a recent operation in Ontario, authorities cracked down on fentanyl dealers. During a raid at the Ontario Inn, three suspects were arrested on outstanding warrants. Despite their attempt to flush their fentanyl supplies down the toilet, law enforcement seized significant amounts of the deadly drug, along with thousands of dollars in suspected drug proceeds, […]
Read MoreRiverside Rebuild Moving Forward with Plans
Riverside Rebuild, a project aimed at funding and constructing a new Riverside Park Playground in La Grande, is making remarkable progress as the deadline for crucial grant applications looms. Since its fundraising kickoff in November 2023, the project has garnered $197,275 in collected donations, with an additional $19,820 pledged but not yet received. This brings […]
Read MoreSoroptimist Donation Benefits Eastern Oregon Branch of Child Care Resource & Referrals
In La Grande, Soroptimist International has generously donated $2,500 to the Eastern Oregon branch of Child Care Resource & Referrals… the regional early learning and childcare program that serves Union, Umatilla, and Morrow Counties. The funds will specifically support new children’s books as part of their Story Time Express Program. Soroptimist remains open to supporting […]
Read MoreHundreds Enjoy Free Ski Day
On Monday, Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort celebrated its 10th annual Veterans Ski Day. Hundreds of veterans and their families enjoyed a day on the slopes with free rentals, lift tickets, and lunch. About 150 skiers and snowboarders, and a total of 250 people turned out for the event.
Read MoreBaker County Road Closure
In Baker County, the Homestead Road tunnel near Oxbow was closed due to a rockslide. Idaho Power has set up a detour for local traffic. An engineering safety inspection is scheduled for Thursday to assess the situation. Stay tuned for updates on the reopening timeline.
Read MoreOregon Employment Department Warns of Possible Online Delays
The Oregon Employment Department is migrating to a new system, and that is causing several services to go offline until March 4th. Unemployment insurance phone lines will be closed beginning today and until March 1. Benefits may be delayed if deadlines are missed. More information is available online at www.unemployment.oregon.gov.
Read MoreGovernor’s Housing Move Raising Eyebrows
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is pushing a bold housing bill during the Legislature’s short session. The centerpiece of this legislation, Senate Bill 1537, aims to tackle the state’s intertwined housing and homelessness crisis. But what’s causing a stir? The chance for cities to bypass Oregon’s stringent land-use laws. While conservationists raise eyebrows, Kotek’s bill offers […]
Read MoreHome Insurance Rates Skyrocketing
In central, southern, and eastern Oregon, major insurers have significantly scaled back their coverage, leaving some homeowners with no choice but to turn to the insurer of last resort. Some now face an annual property insurance premium of $9,000—more than nine times what they were charged just a year ago. A growing group of homeowners […]
Read MoreEarthquake Felt in the Area
An earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale struck north of Boise, Idaho, yesterday. Fortunately, there were no major injuries or damage reported. The quake occurred at 10:25 a.m. and was centered about 6.2 miles north of Smiths Ferry. Two smaller earthquakes followed in the same vicinity, with magnitudes of 2.7 and 2.8. This is […]
Read MoreWallowa Woman Sentenced in Sex Abuse Case
43 year old Brooke Van Sickle of Wallowa County, has been sentenced for sexual abuse. Van Sickle was found guilty of Sexual Abuse in the Third Degree and Harassment of a Sexual or Intimate Part against three women. Van Sickle will serve 30 days in jail, followed by 40 days on the work crew, and […]
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