In this episode of the KUMA Coffee Hour, Hermiston Assistant City Manager Mark Morgan delivers essential updates on the city's latest developments. Tune in to hear about the newly launched curbside recycling program, updates on major summer construction at Orchard Avenue and the Geer and Harper intersection, and how you can voice your opinion on the proposed Health, Aquatic, and Wellness Center. Morgan also touches on the recent marijuana retail petition results and shares crucial fire safety reminders following the Fourth of July weekend.

In this episode of the KUMA Coffee Hour, Hermiston Assistant City Manager Mark Morgan delivers essential updates on the city's latest developments. Tune in to hear about the newly launched curbside recycling program, updates on major summer construction at Orchard Avenue and the Geer and Harper intersection, and how you can voice your opinion on the proposed Health, Aquatic, and Wellness Center. Morgan also touches on the recent marijuana retail petition results and shares crucial fire safety reminders following the Fourth of July weekend.

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 6     |     City of Hermiston

Umatilla County Commissioner John Shafer joins the KUMA Coffee Hour to unpack the county’s upcoming legislative priorities following the latest Association of Oregon Counties meeting. With a focus on keeping the standard 50-30-20 state highway fund split intact, Shafer highlighted critical local concerns regarding transportation funding, rising energy demands, and looming Medicaid cuts. The conversation also dove into the county’s emergency readiness, spotlighting a new rapid-deployable communications unit designed to aid first responders in fire-prone rural areas like Juniper Canyon. As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, Shafer urged the community to stay safe amid high-wind fire watches and shared alternative ways to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary locally.

Umatilla County Commissioner John Shafer joins the KUMA Coffee Hour to unpack the county&rsquo;s upcoming legislative priorities following the latest Association of Oregon Counties meeting. With a focus on keeping the standard 50-30-20 state highway fund split intact, Shafer highlighted critical local concerns regarding transportation funding, rising energy demands, and looming Medicaid cuts. The conversation also dove into the county&rsquo;s emergency readiness, spotlighting a new rapid-deployable communications unit designed to aid first responders in fire-prone rural areas like Juniper Canyon. As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, Shafer urged the community to stay safe amid high-wind fire watches and shared alternative ways to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary locally.

July 2     |     Umatilla County Board of Commissioners

Pendleton Public Works Director Jeff Brown and Assistant Public Works Director Kyle Willman discuss renewable energy projects that the city has going on and ones planned for the future. They also discuss upgrades to the city's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System and what exactly that does. Next, Brown talks about water reservoir cleaning and recoating, plus well rehabilitation. Brown wraps up the conversation giving an update on the East End Reimbursement District and Summit Ridge development.

Pendleton Public Works Director Jeff Brown and Assistant Public Works Director Kyle Willman discuss renewable energy projects that the city has going on and ones planned for the future. They also discuss upgrades to the city's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System and what exactly that does. Next, Brown talks about water reservoir cleaning and recoating, plus well rehabilitation. Brown wraps up the conversation giving an update on the East End Reimbursement District and Summit Ridge development.

July 1     |     Pendleton Public Works

Pendleton Fire and Ambulance Chief Tony Pierotti and Umatilla County Fire District No. 1 Chief Scott Stanton outline critical fireworks safety protocols for the Fourth of July. They stress how illegal fireworks and improper disposal of legal ones trigger preventable fires, heavily straining local emergency response resources. The chiefs highlight common injuries, particularly to hands and eyes, and warn of severe legal and financial penalties for using prohibited items. Beyond holiday celebrations, they explain the three wildfire evacuation tiers (Ready, Set, Go!) and detail essential items for a quick-evacuation "go-bag". Ultimately, they urge residents to stay safe by attending professional public displays rather than risking private fireworks.

Pendleton Fire and Ambulance Chief Tony Pierotti and Umatilla County Fire District No. 1 Chief Scott Stanton outline critical fireworks safety protocols for the Fourth of July. They stress how illegal fireworks and improper disposal of legal ones trigger preventable fires, heavily straining local emergency response resources. The chiefs highlight common injuries, particularly to hands and eyes, and warn of severe legal and financial penalties for using prohibited items. Beyond holiday celebrations, they explain the three wildfire evacuation tiers (Ready, Set, Go!) and detail essential items for a quick-evacuation "go-bag". Ultimately, they urge residents to stay safe by attending professional public displays rather than risking private fireworks.

July 6 | City of Hermiston

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