Pendleton Chamber of Commerce CEO Cheryl Viola introduces herself and talks about her experience prior to coming to Pendleton. She also shares her goals for the Pendleton Chamber of Commerce. Next, Travel Pendleton Director Justin Waldron promotes some of the upcoming events and why now is the perfect time to plan 2026 events or just have a conversation about new ideas for bringing events to Pendleton.

Pendleton Chamber of Commerce CEO Cheryl Viola introduces herself and talks about her experience prior to coming to Pendleton. She also shares her goals for the Pendleton Chamber of Commerce. Next, Travel Pendleton Director Justin Waldron promotes some of the upcoming events and why now is the perfect time to plan 2026 events or just have a conversation about new ideas for bringing events to Pendleton.

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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October 29     |     Pendleton Chamber of Commerce

Travel Pendleton Director Justin Waldron shares that for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, he's focuing on stabilizing Pendleton’s tourism through year-round initiatives and "Pendleton-made" craftsmanship. Travel Pendleton is also targeting younger, experience-seeking demographics and promoting "hidden gems," the strategy balances economic growth with local quality of life. Key priorities include deep collaboration with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation and the debut of Interwoven, a cultural "mashup" event, Oct. 15-17. Waldron says this vision ensures Indigenous voices and local small businesses remain central to Pendleton’s authentic, evolving narrative. Learn more at https://travelpendleton.com/

Travel Pendleton Director Justin Waldron shares that for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, he's focuing on stabilizing Pendleton&rsquo;s tourism through year-round initiatives and "Pendleton-made" craftsmanship. Travel Pendleton is also targeting younger, experience-seeking demographics and promoting "hidden gems," the strategy balances economic growth with local quality of life. Key priorities include deep collaboration with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation and the debut of Interwoven, a cultural "mashup" event, Oct. 15-17. Waldron says this vision ensures Indigenous voices and local small businesses remain central to Pendleton&rsquo;s authentic, evolving narrative. Learn more at https://travelpendleton.com/

April 16     |     Travel Pendleton

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and Umatilla County Chief Deputy District Attorney Jaclyn Jenkins and Guardian Care Center Director Marisa Remington join KUMA Coffee Hour Host Dan Thesman on today's episode. Jenkins talks about next week's George Murdock Conference on Child Abuse at Wildhorse Resort and Casino and how the conference brings different groups together to improve the outcome for a child in crisis. Remington then explains how the Guardian Care Center prevents a child from having to tell their story repeatedly to different agencies. Both Jenkins and Remington explain how critcal the partnership is between the DA's office and the Guardian Care Center in ensuring these cases are handled with both compassion and justice. They also speak about if someone suspects a child is in danger, do not hestitate to report it.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and Umatilla County Chief Deputy District Attorney Jaclyn Jenkins and Guardian Care Center Director Marisa Remington join KUMA Coffee Hour Host Dan Thesman on today's episode. Jenkins talks about next week's George Murdock Conference on Child Abuse at Wildhorse Resort and Casino and how the conference brings different groups together to improve the outcome for a child in crisis. Remington then explains how the Guardian Care Center prevents a child from having to tell their story repeatedly to different agencies. Both Jenkins and Remington explain how critcal the partnership is between the DA's office and the Guardian Care Center in ensuring these cases are handled with both compassion and justice. They also speak about if someone suspects a child is in danger, do not hestitate to report it.

April 15     |     Umatilla County District Attorney's Office & Guardian Care Center

Superintendent Michelle Jensen shares how Marty Campbell has been recognized for his FFA contributions and two students have received Whitman College scholarships. Jensen also talks about the ASPIRE/Next Step Navigator and the merging of Hawthorne and Pendleton High School. She also reminds the public of this year's graduation venue change, the upcoming art show, Crystal Apple awards and kindergarten registration.

Superintendent Michelle Jensen shares how Marty Campbell has been recognized for his FFA contributions and two students have received Whitman College scholarships. Jensen also talks about the ASPIRE/Next Step Navigator and the merging of Hawthorne and Pendleton High School. She also reminds the public of this year's graduation venue change, the upcoming art show, Crystal Apple awards and kindergarten registration.

October 29 | Pendleton Chamber of Commerce

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