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Chain requirements in effect on I-5 in SW Oregon
Various chain requirements are in effect Friday morning on all southwest Oregon I-5 mountain passes and on U.S. 199 in the Illinois Valley, Oregon DOT reports. Drivers should expect delays and changing winter driving conditions Friday and through the weekend.
Chain requirements in effect on I-5 in SW Oregon
Various chain requirements are in effect Friday morning on all southwest Oregon I-5 mountain passes and on U.S. 199 in the Illinois Valley, Oregon DOT reports. Drivers should expect delays and changing winter driving conditions Friday and through the weekend.

Oregon closes coast to recreational crabbing from Bandon south to California
BANDON, Ore. - Oregon has closed the south coast to recreational crabbing effective Thursday, from Bandon south to the California border due to elevated levels of domoic acid. The closure includes Dungeness and red rock crabs harvested in bays and estuaries; and from beaches, docks, piers and jettie
Oregon closes coast to recreational crabbing from Bandon south to California
BANDON, Ore. - Oregon has closed the south coast to recreational crabbing effective Thursday, from Bandon south to the California border due to elevated levels of domoic acid. The closure includes Dungeness and red rock crabs harvested in bays and estuaries; and from beaches, docks, piers and jettie

Oregon Sending Foster Children To Facilities Accused Of Abuse
Last year, Washington state child welfare officials saw reports about widespread use of restraints and physical abuse at a residential treatment facility in Iowa where they were sending foster care children.
Oregon Sending Foster Children To Facilities Accused Of Abuse
Last year, Washington state child welfare officials saw reports about widespread use of restraints and physical abuse at a residential treatment facility in Iowa where they were sending foster care children.

Oregon woman killed in Pennsylvania by man she met online, police say
GRESHAM, OR (KPTV) - Police in Pennsylvania say a 24-year-old Gresham woman was brutally murdered by a man she met online. Now, investigators are searching for her body. “This is something no family should ever have to go through,” said Traci Dominguez, the victim’s aunt.
Oregon woman killed in Pennsylvania by man she met online, police say
GRESHAM, OR (KPTV) - Police in Pennsylvania say a 24-year-old Gresham woman was brutally murdered by a man she met online. Now, investigators are searching for her body. “This is something no family should ever have to go through,” said Traci Dominguez, the victim’s aunt.

Tri-City things to do for Feb. 15-24
Taylor Clark, 8-9:30 p.m., Joker’s, 624 Wellsian Way, Richland. Tickets: $10. Call 509-943-1173. Planetarium shows, “Cell! Cell! Cell!,” 7 p.m., and “Oasis In Space,” 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 an
Tri-City things to do for Feb. 15-24
Taylor Clark, 8-9:30 p.m., Joker’s, 624 Wellsian Way, Richland. Tickets: $10. Call 509-943-1173. Planetarium shows, “Cell! Cell! Cell!,” 7 p.m., and “Oasis In Space,” 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 an

Oregon's governor lost a vote on a dog, and learned a lesson
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Oregon's Democratic governor was talking with reporters Thursday about getting Republican lawmakers, who are in the minority in both the state Senate and House, on board as bills go through the Legislature. Then she described a lesson she learned from her stepdaughter wanting a do
Oregon's governor lost a vote on a dog, and learned a lesson
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Oregon's Democratic governor was talking with reporters Thursday about getting Republican lawmakers, who are in the minority in both the state Senate and House, on board as bills go through the Legislature. Then she described a lesson she learned from her stepdaughter wanting a do

Neal, Lindsay recognized for work at port
Gary Neal and Larry Lindsay of the Port of Morrow were among those who received recognition during the Special Districts Association of Oregon awards banquet. Neal was honored for his leadership as manager of the port, and Lindsay, a longtime commissioner, as a board member. The banquet was held Feb
Neal, Lindsay recognized for work at port
Gary Neal and Larry Lindsay of the Port of Morrow were among those who received recognition during the Special Districts Association of Oregon awards banquet. Neal was honored for his leadership as manager of the port, and Lindsay, a longtime commissioner, as a board member. The banquet was held Feb

By the way: Former Hermiston state champions face off in Corvallis
• • • It’s time to imbibe in delectable cheeses and chocolates, as well as palate-pleasing beer and wine. With a Mardi Gras theme, Imbibe @Blue offers a festive environment and raises money for student scholarships at Blue Mountain Community College. The 21-and-older event is Saturday from 5-7 p.m.
By the way: Former Hermiston state champions face off in Corvallis
• • • It’s time to imbibe in delectable cheeses and chocolates, as well as palate-pleasing beer and wine. With a Mardi Gras theme, Imbibe @Blue offers a festive environment and raises money for student scholarships at Blue Mountain Community College. The 21-and-older event is Saturday from 5-7 p.m.

Prep roundup | Umatilla boys advance to district championships
The Umatilla boys have set their sights on the 3A Eastern Oregon League district championships after defeating Burns on Tuesday, 49-38. Although they took home the win, things didn't look promising the entire time — the Vikings were down by 11 points in the third quarter.
Prep roundup | Umatilla boys advance to district championships
The Umatilla boys have set their sights on the 3A Eastern Oregon League district championships after defeating Burns on Tuesday, 49-38. Although they took home the win, things didn't look promising the entire time — the Vikings were down by 11 points in the third quarter.

State wrestling | Dawgs ready to make history on the mat
Come Friday morning, the Hermiston wrestling team will make history as the first non-Washington athletes to participate in a WIAA state event. The Bulldogs are sending seven guys to Mat Classic XXXI at the Tacoma Dome.
State wrestling | Dawgs ready to make history on the mat
Come Friday morning, the Hermiston wrestling team will make history as the first non-Washington athletes to participate in a WIAA state event. The Bulldogs are sending seven guys to Mat Classic XXXI at the Tacoma Dome.

Oregon school boards push for more education funding
SALEM, Ore. - School boards across Oregon are urging lawmakers to invest more in education. From Hermiston to Redmond and Klamath Falls to Tillamook, at least 28 boards have passed resolutions calling on the Legislature to make big increases in funding.
Oregon school boards push for more education funding
SALEM, Ore. - School boards across Oregon are urging lawmakers to invest more in education. From Hermiston to Redmond and Klamath Falls to Tillamook, at least 28 boards have passed resolutions calling on the Legislature to make big increases in funding.

Report shows Pendleton's street worse than most
While the Pendleton City Council continues to make headway toward a modest boost in funding next year, a path toward a long-term solution for the city’s road maintenance woes could be as much as two months away.
Report shows Pendleton's street worse than most
While the Pendleton City Council continues to make headway toward a modest boost in funding next year, a path toward a long-term solution for the city’s road maintenance woes could be as much as two months away.

Basin Disposal experiencing delays for trash pickup
TRI-CITIES, Wash.-- Basin Disposal will have delays for some of their customers for the remainder of the week. Employees say they are trying to run routes in West Richland, Pasco, and Prosser as long as roads are safe.
Basin Disposal experiencing delays for trash pickup
TRI-CITIES, Wash.-- Basin Disposal will have delays for some of their customers for the remainder of the week. Employees say they are trying to run routes in West Richland, Pasco, and Prosser as long as roads are safe.

Oregon Republicans Wonder If They Can Dig Out Of Their Big Political Hole
Oregon Republicans knew all along that they faced a difficult political environment, but they’re still feeling rocked by last November’s elections. “We were wiped out,” said Bud Pierce, a Salem oncologist and 2016 candidate for Oregon governor. “We were just annihilated. I mean, you have people in s
Oregon Republicans Wonder If They Can Dig Out Of Their Big Political Hole
Oregon Republicans knew all along that they faced a difficult political environment, but they’re still feeling rocked by last November’s elections. “We were wiped out,” said Bud Pierce, a Salem oncologist and 2016 candidate for Oregon governor. “We were just annihilated. I mean, you have people in s

Rep. Walden to hold Morrow County town hall
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Greg Walden announced he plans to hold a town hall meeting Monday in Boardman. The Republican from Hood River stated he is excited about continuing the series of public events he started in January.
Rep. Walden to hold Morrow County town hall
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Greg Walden announced he plans to hold a town hall meeting Monday in Boardman. The Republican from Hood River stated he is excited about continuing the series of public events he started in January.

Texts show collusion between police and far-right extremists, Oregon official claims
PORTLAND, Ore. — A member of Portland's city council said Thursday a newspaper's report that the commander for the police rapid response team exchanged friendly text messages with a leader of far-right protests that have rocked the city confirms collusion exists between some police and right-wing ex
Texts show collusion between police and far-right extremists, Oregon official claims
PORTLAND, Ore. — A member of Portland's city council said Thursday a newspaper's report that the commander for the police rapid response team exchanged friendly text messages with a leader of far-right protests that have rocked the city confirms collusion exists between some police and right-wing ex

District 8 hoops | Dawgs back on the court today
OK, basketball fans, this is the plan. Weather permitting, of course. With the District 8 3A boys and girls basketball tournaments woefully behind, the Mid-Columbia Conference and Greater Spokane League athletic directors have put a plan in motion.
District 8 hoops | Dawgs back on the court today
OK, basketball fans, this is the plan. Weather permitting, of course. With the District 8 3A boys and girls basketball tournaments woefully behind, the Mid-Columbia Conference and Greater Spokane League athletic directors have put a plan in motion.

Three Minutes with Roy Lindskog
I moved to Stanfield in June. Before that, I'd been on the road from Minnesota. I like the Senior Center, Panda — we make the rounds to different places so we don't get sick of one place.
Three Minutes with Roy Lindskog
I moved to Stanfield in June. Before that, I'd been on the road from Minnesota. I like the Senior Center, Panda — we make the rounds to different places so we don't get sick of one place.

Cabin Fever for Kids opens doors to fun
The inaugural DHS Cabin Fever for Kids event drifted in just in time, offering a respite from being cooped up in the winter weather. Coordinated by the Department of Human Services-Child Welfare, the event was held Feb. 9 at the Hermiston Christian School. Marvin Hamilton, a DHS certifier, said desp
Cabin Fever for Kids opens doors to fun
The inaugural DHS Cabin Fever for Kids event drifted in just in time, offering a respite from being cooped up in the winter weather. Coordinated by the Department of Human Services-Child Welfare, the event was held Feb. 9 at the Hermiston Christian School. Marvin Hamilton, a DHS certifier, said desp

PGE will spend $160 million on massive renewable energy project in eastern Oregon
Energy companies plan a giant renewable energy project in Morrow County, combining wind and solar power generation with battery storage. Plans for the facility have been in the works for nine years. On Wednesday, Portland General Electric said it wants to build the project with a big Florida company
PGE will spend $160 million on massive renewable energy project in eastern Oregon
Energy companies plan a giant renewable energy project in Morrow County, combining wind and solar power generation with battery storage. Plans for the facility have been in the works for nine years. On Wednesday, Portland General Electric said it wants to build the project with a big Florida company

Recent snowstorms boost local snowpack
The recent spate of snowstorms may have canceled school and snarled traffic across Eastern Oregon, but it was good for the region’s snowpack. The U.S. Department of Agriculture National Resources Conservation Service released its February Water Supply Outlook Report on Friday, which revealed that so
Recent snowstorms boost local snowpack
The recent spate of snowstorms may have canceled school and snarled traffic across Eastern Oregon, but it was good for the region’s snowpack. The U.S. Department of Agriculture National Resources Conservation Service released its February Water Supply Outlook Report on Friday, which revealed that so

State basketball playoffs running out of time
So far, Mother Nature has been winning. But athletic directors, coaches and students are not yet giving in when it comes to snow and sports postponements. They are, however, running out of time.
State basketball playoffs running out of time
So far, Mother Nature has been winning. But athletic directors, coaches and students are not yet giving in when it comes to snow and sports postponements. They are, however, running out of time.

West Valley's Erik Feldmann seeded No. 1 at state in 50 free
YAKIMA, Wash. - Erik Feldmann’s rise to one of the best swimmers in Valley history gets its final showcase this weekend. And there’s plenty more on the line than local notoriety.
West Valley's Erik Feldmann seeded No. 1 at state in 50 free
YAKIMA, Wash. - Erik Feldmann’s rise to one of the best swimmers in Valley history gets its final showcase this weekend. And there’s plenty more on the line than local notoriety.

PGE project will combine wind, solar and batteries in Morrow County
Morrow County is going to be home to the nation’s first large-scale energy facility to combine power from wind, solar and battery storage. Portland General Electric has partnered with NextEra Energy Resources to build the new Wheatridge Renewable Energy Facility, consisting of a 300-megawatt wind fa
PGE project will combine wind, solar and batteries in Morrow County
Morrow County is going to be home to the nation’s first large-scale energy facility to combine power from wind, solar and battery storage. Portland General Electric has partnered with NextEra Energy Resources to build the new Wheatridge Renewable Energy Facility, consisting of a 300-megawatt wind fa

Hermiston firefighters climb stairs to fight cancer
Firefighters are no stranger to scaling heights and putting themselves in strenuous situations to save others. But in March, 10 Hermiston firefighters will voluntarily climb 69 floors of stairs, covering 1,356 steps in a quest to raise money for leukemia and lymphoma research.
Hermiston firefighters climb stairs to fight cancer
Firefighters are no stranger to scaling heights and putting themselves in strenuous situations to save others. But in March, 10 Hermiston firefighters will voluntarily climb 69 floors of stairs, covering 1,356 steps in a quest to raise money for leukemia and lymphoma research.

Work/School Delays and Closures for 2/15/19
Roads are slick this morning, here are your school and organizations delays and closures for 2/15/19. If you are headed out, drive careful. Calvary Christian School: 2 Hours Late. No hot lunch. k4 & k5 am 10:30-12:30. K4 & k5 pm 1:00-3:00. Daycare 8:15-1:00 & 3:00-5:30.
Work/School Delays and Closures for 2/15/19
Roads are slick this morning, here are your school and organizations delays and closures for 2/15/19. If you are headed out, drive careful. Calvary Christian School: 2 Hours Late. No hot lunch. k4 & k5 am 10:30-12:30. K4 & k5 pm 1:00-3:00. Daycare 8:15-1:00 & 3:00-5:30.

Weekend Pick: Best Valentine’s Day entertainment is in Prosser
YAKIMA, Wash. -- A month and a half into 2019, SCENE’s “best venue of 2018” is already making a case to repeat that accomplishment. Brewminatti, the tiny club in the tiny town of Prosser, has scheduled the best Valentine’s Day entertainment in the Yakima Valley: Reed Turchi, a plainspoken, talk-sing
Weekend Pick: Best Valentine’s Day entertainment is in Prosser
YAKIMA, Wash. -- A month and a half into 2019, SCENE’s “best venue of 2018” is already making a case to repeat that accomplishment. Brewminatti, the tiny club in the tiny town of Prosser, has scheduled the best Valentine’s Day entertainment in the Yakima Valley: Reed Turchi, a plainspoken, talk-sing

You've got mail: Online dating in Hermiston
Online dating has come a long way since Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan traded anonymous emails in "You've Got Mail." While the virtual venues aren't a magic cure-all for the ills of pursuing a relationship, many of those who met their significant other online say dating websites have helped them overcome ba
You've got mail: Online dating in Hermiston
Online dating has come a long way since Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan traded anonymous emails in "You've Got Mail." While the virtual venues aren't a magic cure-all for the ills of pursuing a relationship, many of those who met their significant other online say dating websites have helped them overcome ba
