Pendleton Economic Development and Airport Director Steve Chrisman begins the conversation talking about 225 open jobs in Pendleton, many entry level. He also talks about two new businesses opening up in Pendleton. Next, he highlights the highly successful Urban Renewal Program run by Charles Denight. Chrisman then talks about the EO construction marketplace project, housing projects, activities at the airport and Pendleton UAS Range, plus he gives an update on the Oregon UAS Accelerator.

Pendleton Economic Development and Airport Director Steve Chrisman begins the conversation talking about 225 open jobs in Pendleton, many entry level. He also talks about two new businesses opening up in Pendleton. Next, he highlights the highly successful Urban Renewal Program run by Charles Denight. Chrisman then talks about the EO construction marketplace project, housing projects, activities at the airport and Pendleton UAS Range, plus he gives an update on the Oregon UAS Accelerator.

Daily conversation with East Oregon newsmakers and host Dan Thesman

Daily conversation with East Oregon newsmakers and host Dan Thesman

Coffee Hour Podcast

August 30     |     City of Pendleton

Umatilla County Historical Society Heritage Station Museum Executive Director Shannon Gruenhagen talks about the open house and membership drive on Thurs., Oct. 17 from 3 to 6 p.m., then the Heritage Haunt on Thurs., Oct. 31 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. She also mentioned the need for volunteers to hang lights for the Heritage Lights display and reminds the public to visit the Community Thrift Shop which supports the Umatilla County Historical Society. Learn more at https://heritagestationmuseum.org/

Next, Pendelton Center for the Arts Executive Director Roberta Lavadour talks about the Gala Auction on Nov. 9 and live music two nights in November. She also gives a shout out to all of those who helped with the installation of the new heating center in the building, then spends time promoting the classes. Learn more at https://pendletonarts.org/

Umatilla County Historical Society Heritage Station Museum Executive Director Shannon Gruenhagen talks about the open house and membership drive on Thurs., Oct. 17 from 3 to 6 p.m., then the Heritage Haunt on Thurs., Oct. 31 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. She also mentioned the need for volunteers to hang lights for the Heritage Lights display and reminds the public to visit the Community Thrift Shop which supports the Umatilla County Historical Society. Learn more at <a href="https://heritagestationmuseum.org/">https://heritagestationmuseum.org/</a>
Next, Pendelton Center for the Arts Executive Director Roberta Lavadour talks about the Gala Auction on Nov. 9 and live music two nights in November. She also gives a shout out to all of those who helped with the installation of the new heating center in the building, then spends time promoting the classes. Learn more at <a href="https://pendletonarts.org/">https://pendletonarts.org/</a>

October 4     |     Umatilla County Historical Society & Pendleton Center for the Arts

Umatilla County Commissioner Dan Dorran discusses the concept of introducing small moduclar nuclear reactors in Umatilla County. He also briefly talks about local land use decisions options, plus discusses the flood and riverbank restoration guidebook. Dorran wraps up the conversation sharing some numbers on the 2024 Umatilla County Fair.

Umatilla County Commissioner Dan Dorran discusses the concept of introducing small moduclar nuclear reactors in Umatilla County. He also briefly talks about local land use decisions options, plus discusses the flood and riverbank restoration guidebook. Dorran wraps up the conversation sharing some numbers on the 2024 Umatilla County Fair.

October 3     |     Umatilla County Board of Commissioners

City Manager Robb Corbett and Council President McKennon McDonald discuss bringing housing to the Rees-Goad property and other city council priorities. Corbett also gives an update on the construction of the bus barn. McDonald talks about the request for proposals issued for the former Christian Science Building and the upcoming walkthrough of the building that is planned. McDonald also talks about being sworn in as mayor in January and what prompted her to run, plus shares what her goals are. Corbett and McDonald then talk about the next city budget, the city's legislative priorities and give an update on Northwest Despain Avenue.

City Manager Robb Corbett and Council President McKennon McDonald discuss bringing housing to the Rees-Goad property and other city council priorities. Corbett also gives an update on the construction of the bus barn. McDonald talks about the request for proposals issued for the former Christian Science Building and the upcoming walkthrough of the building that is planned. McDonald also talks about being sworn in as mayor in January and what prompted her to run, plus shares what her goals are. Corbett and McDonald then talk about the next city budget, the city's legislative priorities and give an update on Northwest Despain Avenue.

August 30 | City of Pendleton

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