January 8 | Umatilla County Board of Commissioners

Umatilla County Commissioner Cindy Timmons begins with a personal story that recently happened while cleaning out behind a pump house of her childhood home -- the discovery of a grenade, with the pin still in place, in an old coffee can. Next. she commends the city of Pilot Rock New Year's Eve fire…

January 7 | City of Pendleton

Pendleton City Manager Robb Corbett and Pendleton City Councilmember Sean Butler recap the Jan. 6 Pendleton Development Commission and Pendleton City Council meetings. Starting with the PDC, Butler talks about the approval of the security grant. Corbett then talks about the Pendleton City Council e…

January 6 | Pendleton Police Department

Chief Chuck Byram talks about the meeting with city officials discussing enhancing the security cameras and improving lighting in downtown Pendleton. He also shares what needs to be done in regard to both the criminal element of the homeless population and those who commit crimes to feed their narc…

January 5 | Weston Area Development Association

Weston Area Development Association President/Treasurer Trish Neal talks about the WADA's mission and goals for 2026. She also talks about Weston having one of two commercial historic districts in Umatilla County, its historical significance and function. Next, she talks about the preservation of t…

January 2 | Umatilla County Historical Society & Pendleton Center for the Arts

Umatilla County Historical Society (UCHS) Heritage Station Museum Executive Director Shannon Gruenhagen shares that exhibits are closed until March 3 and that two traveling exhibits are scheduled for spring and summer. She reminds the public that the Gift Shop and historical offices are open Tuesda…

December 31 | Pendleton Convention Center

Pendleton Convention Center Manager Pat Beard shares highlights from events planned at the three venues he manages, which are the Blue Mountain Equine Center, Pendleton Convention Center and Vert Theater. Now that the Blue Mountain Equine Center is up and running, he talks about the need for a hote…

December 30 | Oregon East Symphony

Oregon East Symphony Executive Director J.D. Kindle gives the basics of the free OES Winter Youth Orchestra Concert on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 at 7 p.m. at the Vert Clubroom. Then, OES Youth Orchestra Director Sam Ross discusses the works being performed at the concert, then Tiffany Wiseman and Ryl…

December 29 | Umatilla County Public Health

Umatilla County Public Health Director Joseph Fiumara discusses sexually transmitted diseases, then shares some tips on staying healthy during the winter. Next, he talks about gambling addiction, then discusses pertussis, also known as whooping cough. Fiumara then talks about tobacco prevention and…

December 26 | Pendleton Parks and Recreation

Pendleton Parks and Recreation Director Liam Hughes gives an update on the Roy Raley Ice Rink. He also shares information on the upcoming Daddy/Daughter dance. Next, Hughes previews the Movies at the Vert, talks about the after school program and adult volleyball. Hughes also takes time to discuss …

December 24 | City of Pendleton

Pendleton Economic Development Director and Airport Director Steve Chrisman talk about the Essential Air Service contract that's set to expire in 2026 and the four carriers who have responded for proposals to bid on the contract for flights between Pendleton and Portland. Next, he talks about the c…