HERMISTON — Umatilla County Fire District No. 1 responded to more than 6,000 calls for service during 2025. According to statistics the district released this week, its staff responded to […] ...

One of the most impactful parts of the SAGE Center experience is the opportunity to learn directly from the industries that help shape Morrow County and the greater region. Our […] ...

Sizzle City to feature outdoor movie screen, coffee shop HERMISTON — One of Jim Ruhe’s favorite sayings is, “Chance favors ...

Joshua Smith had been on the job as safety and risk management coordinator for Hermiston less than two months when an emergency arose at city hall. On Dec. […] ...

As we move into a new year, let us be driven by hope and optimism, rather than despair. 2025 was fraught with change, misinformation, uncertainty and diverseness. Let’s do better […] ...

The past eight months have been a whirlwind of activity for Hermiston High School junior Paytyn Hadra. In July, the ...

Hermiston City Council President David McCarthy has filed for reelection to the Ward IV seat. With McCarthy’s filing on Feb.

The city of Umatilla broke ground March 3 for its new police station. The ground-breaking ceremony came four months after ...

HERMISTON — Good Shepherd Health Care System in Hermiston has a new obstetrician and gynecologist. Dr. Shumal Malepati joined the Good Shepherd Women’s Center, according to an announcement Feb. 27 […] ...

Owning a business can be challenging with more than 50% failing within the first five years. For women entrepreneurs, the challenges are even tougher without a support network. […] ...

A Pendleton man is lucky to be alive after a car hit him nearly head on while he was riding his motorcycle. John Ayers, 38, was riding down […] ...

I’m writing in response to Keith Gallagher’s letter on Feb. 25 on the East Oregonian’s website asking “woke” people to just show him and conservatives “love.” He uses the tired […] ...