Umatilla County Commissioner Cindy Timmons begins the conversation talking about her recent visit to Cloverbud 4-H Camp. She then explains what House Bill 5019 will mean for helping those without homes to be rehoused and who is taking charge in this area. Timmons also shares about the life saver ceremony honoring Umatilla County Sheriff Deputy Tristan Walker and talks about USDA Wildlife Specialist Jerad Mitchell and the things he does for Umatilla County. Next, Timmons talks about the upcoming public hearing for the Boardman to Hemingway Transmission Line from Idaho and recaps yesterday's ribbon cutting for the Columbia Development Authority at the former Umatilla Chemical Depot.

Umatilla County Commissioner Cindy Timmons begins the conversation talking about her recent visit to Cloverbud 4-H Camp. She then explains what House Bill 5019 will mean for helping those without homes to be rehoused and who is taking charge in this area. Timmons also shares about the life saver ceremony honoring Umatilla County Sheriff Deputy Tristan Walker and talks about USDA Wildlife Specialist Jerad Mitchell and the things he does for Umatilla County. Next, Timmons talks about the upcoming public hearing for the Boardman to Hemingway Transmission Line from Idaho and recaps yesterday's ribbon cutting for the Columbia Development Authority at the former Umatilla Chemical Depot.

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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July 13     |     Umatilla County Board of Commissioners

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 12     |     Blue Mountain Community College

East Umatilla Fire and Rescue Chief Davy Baty gives an update on the Stronger Together initiative being worked on by fire districts within Umatilla County. He then talks about the state of fire service in the area EUFR covers. As volunteering is declining nationwide, Baty talks about the initiatives EUFR is taking to recruit and retain the dedicated volunteers tha are the backbone to the district. He also talks about how EUFR integrates new technology and what is the greatest threat to the district's livability from a public safety perspective. Baty wraps up the conversation talking about funding and how he prioritizes high-cost equipment needs while maintaining a balanced budget. He also explains how he identifies which grants to pursue.

East Umatilla Fire and Rescue Chief Davy Baty gives an update on the Stronger Together initiative being worked on by fire districts within Umatilla County. He then talks about the state of fire service in the area EUFR covers. As volunteering is declining nationwide, Baty talks about the initiatives EUFR is taking to recruit and retain the dedicated volunteers tha are the backbone to the district. He also talks about how EUFR integrates new technology and what is the greatest threat to the district's livability from a public safety perspective. Baty wraps up the conversation talking about funding and how he prioritizes high-cost equipment needs while maintaining a balanced budget. He also explains how he identifies which grants to pursue.

July 13 | Umatilla County Board of Commissioners

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