Wildfire Dangers Continue
Oregon’s wildfire crisis continues as four megafires persist, each blazing for nearly 50 days. The Durkee, Falls, Lone Rock, and Monkey Creek fires have scorched over 100,000 acres each, with the Falls Fire leading at 151,689 acres. This season, which is the most severe since 2020, has already destroyed 36 homes and claimed one life. […]
Read MoreUnion County Sheriff’s Office to Benefit From Wildhorse Foundation Grant
The Union County Sheriff’s Office has secured a $14,409 grant from the Wildhorse Foundation to launch a new drone program. The funding will support the acquisition of a drone equipped with thermal imaging and communication capabilities, enhancing the office’s ability to assist in search and rescue operations and improve situational awareness during incidents. With two […]
Read MoreGrant Supports New Yurt at Heritage Pond
The Blue Mountains Conservancy in La Grande is set to enhance its Heritage Pond Property with a new yurt, thanks to a $12,000 grant from the Wildhorse Foundation. The yurt will facilitate year-round educational activities, offering shelter from the wind and a warm space during winter. While the grant covers the yurt’s cost, an additional […]
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