Raymond Earl “Ray” Parker, 68, of Elizabeth City, NC passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family after a long, strong battle with cancer. Raymond was born in Craven County, NC to the late Samuel Amos and Arlene Drake Parker of New Bern, NC.
Raymond Earl “Ray” Parker, 68, of Elizabeth City, NC passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family after a long, strong battle with cancer. Raymond was born in Craven County, NC to the late Samuel Amos and Arlene Drake Parker of New Bern, NC.
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (WITN) - A Tennessee man will spend the next 16 years in federal prison after a guilty plea in connection with a 2017 violent armed robbery in one Eastern Carolina city.
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (WITN) - A Tennessee man will spend the next 16 years in federal prison after a guilty plea in connection with a 2017 violent armed robbery in one Eastern Carolina city.
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. -- A recent study ranked Oregon as the third highest state for open missing persons cases, and Sgt. Dave Lewis of Springfield police says he's not surprised. Lewis said he attributes this to the mental health crisis in Springfield and homelessness.
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. -- A recent study ranked Oregon as the third highest state for open missing persons cases, and Sgt. Dave Lewis of Springfield police says he's not surprised. Lewis said he attributes this to the mental health crisis in Springfield and homelessness.
Alayna Garcia speaks to the Keizer City Council. (KEIZERTIMES/Eric A. Howald) At age 10, Alayna Garcia has spoken in front of the Keizer Chamber of Commerce, the Keizer City Council and the Salem-Keizer Public School Board. She presented them with a video she made for her campaign for Oregon’s Kid G
Alayna Garcia speaks to the Keizer City Council. (KEIZERTIMES/Eric A. Howald) At age 10, Alayna Garcia has spoken in front of the Keizer Chamber of Commerce, the Keizer City Council and the Salem-Keizer Public School Board. She presented them with a video she made for her campaign for Oregon’s Kid G
HERMISTON — A 5K and 10K walk/run has helped distribute more than 45,000 diapers to area parents and agencies in need. Coordinated by Hermiston Church of the Nazarene, the fifth annual Diaper Dash is Saturday, March 2 at 9 a.m. Registration and check-in begins at 8 a.m. The event starts and ends at
HERMISTON — A 5K and 10K walk/run has helped distribute more than 45,000 diapers to area parents and agencies in need. Coordinated by Hermiston Church of the Nazarene, the fifth annual Diaper Dash is Saturday, March 2 at 9 a.m. Registration and check-in begins at 8 a.m. The event starts and ends at
Oregon could be the first state to impose mandatory rent control laws as it faces rising housing costs. The bill is headed to the state House floor after it was approved by the House Committee On Human Services and Housing on Wednesday, according to The Oregonian.
Oregon could be the first state to impose mandatory rent control laws as it faces rising housing costs. The bill is headed to the state House floor after it was approved by the House Committee On Human Services and Housing on Wednesday, according to The Oregonian.
Aida Rodriguez, 8-9:30 p.m., Joker’s, 624 Wellsian Way, Richland. Tickets: $18. Call 509-943-1173. Planetarium shows, “The Life of Trees,” 7 p.m., and “Supervolcanoes,” 8 p.m., CBC’s Bechtel National Planetarium, 2600 N. 20th Ave., Pasco. Single Tickets: $8 adults; $7 seniors; $5 youth 6-12; Free 5
Aida Rodriguez, 8-9:30 p.m., Joker’s, 624 Wellsian Way, Richland. Tickets: $18. Call 509-943-1173. Planetarium shows, “The Life of Trees,” 7 p.m., and “Supervolcanoes,” 8 p.m., CBC’s Bechtel National Planetarium, 2600 N. 20th Ave., Pasco. Single Tickets: $8 adults; $7 seniors; $5 youth 6-12; Free 5
MADRAS — Dufur and Arlington were playing to continue their seasons in Saturday’s third place district matchup, and the Rangers received a spark from some unheralded players to come out on top.
MADRAS — Dufur and Arlington were playing to continue their seasons in Saturday’s third place district matchup, and the Rangers received a spark from some unheralded players to come out on top.
In the months since Gorge Aviation Services took over management of the Hermiston Municipal Airport, the airport has expanded its services. Flying lessons, on-site mechanics, internships, student field trips and other perks have been drawing more people to the airport and could be fostering some fut
In the months since Gorge Aviation Services took over management of the Hermiston Municipal Airport, the airport has expanded its services. Flying lessons, on-site mechanics, internships, student field trips and other perks have been drawing more people to the airport and could be fostering some fut
PORTLAND, OR – As the Oregon legislature finds itself under investigation because of the behavior of its members dating back several years, two members have now been demoted because of behavior dating back just a few weeks. Both Rep. Mitch Greenlick (D-Portland) and Rep. Bill Post (R-Keizer) were pu
PORTLAND, OR – As the Oregon legislature finds itself under investigation because of the behavior of its members dating back several years, two members have now been demoted because of behavior dating back just a few weeks. Both Rep. Mitch Greenlick (D-Portland) and Rep. Bill Post (R-Keizer) were pu
ONTARIO — It was unanimous testimony in favor of repealing an Oregon law requiring mandatory inspections of onions by the Oregon Department of Agriculture during a hearing on House Bill 2451 before the House Committee on Agriculture and Land Use on Tuesday.
ONTARIO — It was unanimous testimony in favor of repealing an Oregon law requiring mandatory inspections of onions by the Oregon Department of Agriculture during a hearing on House Bill 2451 before the House Committee on Agriculture and Land Use on Tuesday.
Residents attending Wednesday’s Umatilla County Board of Commissioners meeting in Pendleton got a surprise — an order to serve as jurors. The meeting began at 9 a.m. on the first floor at the county courthouse. Commissioner Bill Elfering, chair of the board, said before getting to business he had to
Residents attending Wednesday’s Umatilla County Board of Commissioners meeting in Pendleton got a surprise — an order to serve as jurors. The meeting began at 9 a.m. on the first floor at the county courthouse. Commissioner Bill Elfering, chair of the board, said before getting to business he had to
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown — the country's first openly bisexual governor — said at an Axios event Friday morning that the success of female, non-white and LGBTQ candidates running for national office is trickling down to the state level, but that there is still a long way to go.
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown — the country's first openly bisexual governor — said at an Axios event Friday morning that the success of female, non-white and LGBTQ candidates running for national office is trickling down to the state level, but that there is still a long way to go.
Bradley Cooper and Sam Elliott, both nominated for 2019 Oscars for "A Star is Born," at an Oscars nominees luncheon. (Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) Whether you think the Oscars are the ultimate signal of quality, or another example of the folly of giving awards to something as subjective as
Bradley Cooper and Sam Elliott, both nominated for 2019 Oscars for "A Star is Born," at an Oscars nominees luncheon. (Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) Whether you think the Oscars are the ultimate signal of quality, or another example of the folly of giving awards to something as subjective as
First: EJ Villanueva, Sunnyside, 113, fr. Second: Jaden Sanchez, Davis, 106, fr.; Andrew Macias, Sunnyside, 126, so. Third: Fabian Ortega, Sunnyside, 120, jr.; Jose Campos, Sunnyside, 132, sr.; John Sowers, Davis, 145, sr.
First: EJ Villanueva, Sunnyside, 113, fr. Second: Jaden Sanchez, Davis, 106, fr.; Andrew Macias, Sunnyside, 126, so. Third: Fabian Ortega, Sunnyside, 120, jr.; Jose Campos, Sunnyside, 132, sr.; John Sowers, Davis, 145, sr.
Prosser, WA — Rep. Bill Jenkin, R-Prosser, has returned to Olympia after aJan 25 heart attack prompted quadruple bypass surgery at the start of the 2019 Legislative session. Jenkin thanked colleagues who covered his committee assignments, stood in for him at bill hearings and fielded constituent que
Prosser, WA — Rep. Bill Jenkin, R-Prosser, has returned to Olympia after aJan 25 heart attack prompted quadruple bypass surgery at the start of the 2019 Legislative session. Jenkin thanked colleagues who covered his committee assignments, stood in for him at bill hearings and fielded constituent que
Several manufactured home and travel trailer dealerships spent Monday morning assessing damage from a rash of vandalism on Highway 395 north of Hermiston. Investigators believe the incidents are related.
Several manufactured home and travel trailer dealerships spent Monday morning assessing damage from a rash of vandalism on Highway 395 north of Hermiston. Investigators believe the incidents are related.
Boardman's Ordnance Brewing is a staple for many local beer drinkers. But the company got a bigger stage last weekend at the Best of Craft Beer awards, which took place in Bend.
Boardman's Ordnance Brewing is a staple for many local beer drinkers. But the company got a bigger stage last weekend at the Best of Craft Beer awards, which took place in Bend.
SALEM, Ore. - A state Senate committee will hold a hearing at the end of the month on legislation that would allow cannabis lounges where marijuana could legally be consumed. The proposal would also allow marijuana producers to offer tours to the public.
SALEM, Ore. - A state Senate committee will hold a hearing at the end of the month on legislation that would allow cannabis lounges where marijuana could legally be consumed. The proposal would also allow marijuana producers to offer tours to the public.
Housing is a hot topic in Salem during this year's legislative session, but Hermiston and surrounding communities have already started implementing solutions of their own. While the housing market in Hermiston remains tight, the city has found success in helping new housing spring up at a faster rat
Housing is a hot topic in Salem during this year's legislative session, but Hermiston and surrounding communities have already started implementing solutions of their own. While the housing market in Hermiston remains tight, the city has found success in helping new housing spring up at a faster rat
MVP: Noah Pepper, so., Selah. Coach of the year: Frankie Medina, Grandview. Noah Pepper, so., Selah; Elijah Pepper, sr., Selah; Steele Venters, sr., Ellensburg; Haden Hicks, so., Prosser; Calvin Herting, sr., Selah; Manuel Delgadillo, sr., Wapato; Isaac Perez, jr., Toppenish; Lorenzo Alvarado, sr.,
MVP: Noah Pepper, so., Selah. Coach of the year: Frankie Medina, Grandview. Noah Pepper, so., Selah; Elijah Pepper, sr., Selah; Steele Venters, sr., Ellensburg; Haden Hicks, so., Prosser; Calvin Herting, sr., Selah; Manuel Delgadillo, sr., Wapato; Isaac Perez, jr., Toppenish; Lorenzo Alvarado, sr.,
Most Pacific Northwesterners feel perfectly confident navigating roundabouts, according to a new poll of Oregon and Washington drivers from PEMCO Insurance, it’s just the other guy who needs to learn to freaking drive, they say.
Most Pacific Northwesterners feel perfectly confident navigating roundabouts, according to a new poll of Oregon and Washington drivers from PEMCO Insurance, it’s just the other guy who needs to learn to freaking drive, they say.
The Umatilla Chamber of Commerce could take on a new look and a new relationship with the city in the near future. The city of Umatilla’s contract with the chamber isn’t up for renewal until mid-2020, but City Manager David Stockdale said with all of the changes in leadership the city and chamber ha
The Umatilla Chamber of Commerce could take on a new look and a new relationship with the city in the near future. The city of Umatilla’s contract with the chamber isn’t up for renewal until mid-2020, but City Manager David Stockdale said with all of the changes in leadership the city and chamber ha
Retired - former custodian at Stanfield Secondary School. I moved here in 1950 — I was only 10 or 12 years old, so I didn't have much choice. My dad came here to work. I don't know whether I have a favorite — I just go to different places depending on what I want to eat that day.
Retired - former custodian at Stanfield Secondary School. I moved here in 1950 — I was only 10 or 12 years old, so I didn't have much choice. My dad came here to work. I don't know whether I have a favorite — I just go to different places depending on what I want to eat that day.
Veronica Rivera of Hermiston woman will spend six months in federal prison after she was sentenced on Tuesday for selling fentanyl. According to federal court documents, Rivera, 46, was part of a drug trafficking organization the Drug Enforcement Administration and local Blue Mountain Enforcement Na
Veronica Rivera of Hermiston woman will spend six months in federal prison after she was sentenced on Tuesday for selling fentanyl. According to federal court documents, Rivera, 46, was part of a drug trafficking organization the Drug Enforcement Administration and local Blue Mountain Enforcement Na
Eastern Oregon isn't slacking when it comes to participating in the governor's annual state employee food drive. On Wednesday, Amstad Farms brought a 65,000-pound truckload of potatoes to the Oregon Capitol. The company grows most of its potatoes around Hermiston and Echo.
Eastern Oregon isn't slacking when it comes to participating in the governor's annual state employee food drive. On Wednesday, Amstad Farms brought a 65,000-pound truckload of potatoes to the Oregon Capitol. The company grows most of its potatoes around Hermiston and Echo.
Wednesday’s 1A all-state championship game was one played in brief bursts. The Echo girls (13-14, 10-4 BSL), fresh off last week’s Big Sky League championship loss to South Wasco County, couldn’t manage a recovery as they were handed a 37-22 defeat to end their season against the visiting Southwest
Wednesday’s 1A all-state championship game was one played in brief bursts. The Echo girls (13-14, 10-4 BSL), fresh off last week’s Big Sky League championship loss to South Wasco County, couldn’t manage a recovery as they were handed a 37-22 defeat to end their season against the visiting Southwest
