Pendleton's Economic Development Director Steve Chrisman discussed the city's airport operations, including the revenue generated by the UAS range. He highlighted facility developments, such as the Flex III hangar and a $2 million federal grant to renovate the historic B-17 hangar. Chrisman also talked about new retail developments, housing growth, and the role of local cultural arts in supporting Pendleton's economy.

Pendleton's Economic Development Director Steve Chrisman discussed the city's airport operations, including the revenue generated by the UAS range. He highlighted facility developments, such as the Flex III hangar and a $2 million federal grant to renovate the historic B-17 hangar. Chrisman also talked about new retail developments, housing growth, and the role of local cultural arts in supporting Pendleton's economy.

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Daily conversation with newsmakers. 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 9 | Pendleton Economic Development Director Steve Chrisman

Pendleton Community Development Director Tim Simons and Assistant Public Works Director Kyle Willman discussed the work on the Rees-Goad project, paving the way for up to 1,000 potential new homes. They also highlighted renewable energy projects at the city’s resource recovery facility—such as solar, battery storage, and hydro systems—to lower power costs. Additionally, they talked about upcoming city road construction plans.

Pendleton Community Development Director Tim Simons and Assistant Public Works Director Kyle Willman discussed the work on the Rees-Goad project, paving the way for up to 1,000 potential new homes. They also highlighted renewable energy projects at the city&rsquo;s resource recovery facility&mdash;such as solar, battery storage, and hydro systems&mdash;to lower power costs. Additionally, they talked about upcoming city road construction plans.

October 14 | Pendleton Community Development Director Tim Simons and Assistant Public Works Director Kyle Willman

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Blue Mountain Community College President Mark Browning about  upcoming facility renovation plans—including Bob Clapp Theatre and Pioneer Hall—along with continued enrollment growth and specialized technical training programs like their Data Center tech program.

Blue Mountain Community College President Mark Browning about&nbsp; upcoming facility renovation plans&mdash;including Bob Clapp Theatre and Pioneer Hall&mdash;along with continued enrollment growth and specialized technical training programs like their Data Center tech program.

September 12 | Mark Browning

Umatilla County Commissioner Dan Dorran discussed lifting the local burn ban slightly later than usual due to dry conditions following severe wildfires. He highlighted an agreement with ODOT to construct a new roundabout at the Punkin Center intersection with U.S. 395. Additionally, Dorran reviewed his work on Oregon's Data Center Advisory Board, addressing public feedback, policy recommendations, and misconceptions around data centers and AI.

Umatilla County Commissioner Dan Dorran discussed lifting the local burn ban slightly later than usual due to dry conditions following severe wildfires. He highlighted an agreement with ODOT to construct a new roundabout at the Punkin Center intersection with U.S. 395. Additionally, Dorran reviewed his work on Oregon's Data Center Advisory Board, addressing public feedback, policy recommendations, and misconceptions around data centers and AI.

October 9 | Pendleton Economic Development Director Steve Chrisman

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