Eastern Oregon Counties Awarded Grants
Eastern Oregon counties and tribes have been awarded nearly $111,500 from the Oregon Cultural Trust. The funds are part of a $3.5 million grant program for 2025, benefiting various organizations statewide. Local recipients include Baker County, receiving $10,770, and the Umatilla County with $19,474. The grants aim to support cultural and community projects across the […]
Read MoreLa Grande Ffa Returning to National Convention
The La Grande FFA Chapter will return to the National FFA Convention for the first time in six years. After a presentation to the school board on September 11, their participation was approved. The chapter is now revitalized under the guidance of agriculture teacher Luke Coomer. The 97th National FFA Convention is set for October […]
Read More1 Injured in Ontario Motel Fire
A fire at the Motel 6 in Ontario left one person injured. The victim was airlifted to a hospital with burns. The blaze began on the second floor and spread into the attic. Ontario Fire & Rescue, supported by Fruitland Fire and other units, quickly contained the fire and prevented further damage. Motel staff helped […]
Read MoreMassive Oversize Load to Cause Delays
Motorists on Oregon Highway 86 should expect 20-minute delays on the nights of September 24 and 26. The delays, from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., are due to the transport of a massive transformer equipment load measuring 14 feet 8 inches wide and 183 feet long. The shipment, weighing nearly 428,000 pounds, will travel from […]
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Baker Sheriff Warns of Scam
The Baker County Sheriff’s Office warns residents about a phone scam involving fake calls from someone claiming to be a deputy. The scammer tells victims they need to pay a fine to avoid a warrant for failing to attend jury duty. The Baker County Sheriff’s Office emphasizes that deputies will never demand money over the […]
Read MoreLa Grande to Celebrate Wildcat Center on 9/25
La Grande School District will celebrate the opening of the new Wildcat Center on September 25th at 5:00 PM. The multi-purpose facility, located at La Grande Middle School, includes six classrooms, three gyms, a large team room, and locker rooms. The ribbon cutting will take place at 5:45 PM. The center, funded by a voter-approved […]
Read MoreStaff Changes Push Pump Track Schedule Back
La Grande’s new bicycle pump track construction has been delayed until October due to staff changes with the primary contractor. Originally set to begin in August, the project faced setbacks after key staff departures. A new subcontractor has now been brought on board. The collaborative project, funded in part by a $75,000 grant and additional […]
Read MoreOregon Emergency Services Working to Improve Response Capabilities
Oregon emergency services are enhancing their response capabilities with the introduction of Genasys Protect, an advanced evacuation management software. Deployed statewide, this tool aids in efficiently mapping hazard zones and issuing timely evacuation notices, potentially reducing notification times by up to 30 minutes. Union County has been using the software since mid-July and is now […]
Read MoreUnion County Addressing Truancy
In Union County, a new ordinance aims to tackle school absenteeism by holding both students and their guardians accountable. The City of North Powder has already approved the ordinance, which requires final approval from the county commissioners. It would enforce measures such as fines and court-mandated services for non-compliance. It applies to public school students […]
Read MoreEvacuation Updates Issued
In Grant County, evacuation zones have been updated due to the Rail Ridge Fire. As of yesterday, the Level 1 evacuation zone north of County Road 67 and west of Alder Street had been upgraded to Level 2. This means residents should be prepared to evacuate if conditions worsen. Areas south of Highway 26 are […]
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