On today's KUMA Coffee Hour, Umatilla County Commissioner Dan Dorran announced a $1.8 million federal grant for rural transportation safety technology. Key updates included legislative concerns for the upcoming session and a new contract to secure Columbia River water easements. Additionally, the county will partner with local cities to showcase regional opportunities at the 2026 Data Center World Conference in Washington, D.C.

On today's KUMA Coffee Hour, Umatilla County Commissioner Dan Dorran announced a&nbsp;$1.8 million federal grant for rural transportation safety technology. Key updates included legislative concerns for the upcoming session and a new contract to secure Columbia River water easements. Additionally, the county will partner with local cities to showcase regional opportunities at the 2026 Data Center World Conference in Washington, D.C.

Daily conversation with East Oregon newsmakers and host Dan Thesman.  Join Dan every weekday as he talks with the news makers of Umatilla County. Hear about the latest news straight from community leaders on this fun, current and informative show. Exclusively at www.ElkhornMediaGroup.com and on our free Elkhorn Mobile app on Google Play and the App Store.

 

 

Daily conversation with East Oregon newsmakers and host Dan Thesman. &nbsp;Join Dan every weekday as he talks with the news makers of Umatilla County. Hear about the latest news straight from community leaders on this fun, current and informative show. Exclusively at www.ElkhornMediaGroup.com and on our free Elkhorn Mobile app on Google Play and the App Store.
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January 15     |     Umatilla County Board of Commissioners

Community Development Director Tim Simons and Public Works Director Jeff Brown update the Southeast Rees-Goad Way extension project and some of the new development going into that area. Next they talk about the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife building planned for the Southgate area. They also talk about the grind/overlay project planned for North Main Street. Brown then talks about some projects involving the city's water tanks and wastewater treatment plant. Simons wraps up the conversation talking about the McKay Creek flood mitigation plan.

Community Development Director Tim Simons and Public Works Director Jeff Brown update the Southeast Rees-Goad Way extension project and some of the new development going into that area. Next they talk about the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife building planned for the Southgate area. They also talk about the grind/overlay project planned for North Main Street. Brown then talks about some projects involving the city's water tanks and wastewater treatment plant. Simons wraps up the conversation talking about the McKay Creek flood mitigation plan.

January 14     |     City of Pendleton

Superintendent Michelle Jensen begins with recognizing the district's board members as January is School Board Recognition Month. Next, she addresses the community interest in having an indoor pool and answers the question, "Has the Pendleton School District considered building an indoor pool?" Jensen then shares her legislative concerns and talks about Artificial Intelligence (AI) in schools.

Superintendent Michelle Jensen begins with recognizing the district's board members as January is School Board Recognition Month. Next, she addresses the community interest in having an indoor pool and answers the question, "Has the Pendleton School District considered building an indoor pool?" Jensen then shares her legislative concerns and talks about Artificial Intelligence (AI) in schools.

January 13     |     Pendleton School District

Blue Mountain Community College Foundation Engagement Officer Leah Gadsden reminds the community that the Back the Pack Annual Giving Campaign ends this month. The campaign raises funds for scholarships, CTE programs, and emergency student relief. She also talks about upcoming alumni events and share that scholarship applications are open now until April 1. Next, BMCC Athletic Director Brad Baker and Assistant Athletic Director/Head Women's Soccer Coach Jordan Hillmick talk basketball, rodeo baseball/softball, recruiting and the Hall of Fame. Learn more at https://bluecc.edu/

Blue Mountain Community College Foundation Engagement Officer Leah Gadsden reminds the community that the Back the Pack Annual Giving Campaign ends this month. The campaign raises funds for scholarships, CTE programs, and emergency student relief. She also talks about upcoming alumni events and share that scholarship applications are open now until April 1. Next, BMCC Athletic Director Brad Baker and Assistant Athletic Director/Head Women's Soccer Coach Jordan Hillmick talk basketball, rodeo baseball/softball, recruiting and the Hall of Fame. Learn more at https://bluecc.edu/

January 15 | Umatilla County Board of Commissioners

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