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I-84 closed westbound at La Grande
UPDATE: I-84 is now closed westbound at milepost 254, 5 miles West of La Grande. …Read More
Woman Arrested Following Vehicle Assault Investigation in La Grande
LA GRANDE – (Release from La Grande Police ) On May 20, 2026, at approximately …Read More
Pendleton’s Olney Cemetery is ready to honor veterans
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Joseph’s Camdyn Weer receives PEO National Scholarship Award
JOSEPH – Scholarship season continues in Northeast Oregon, and Wallowa County students are once again …Read More
Community Bike Night was a huge hit in Harney County
HARNEY COUNTY-Harney County Chamber of Commerce Director Jess Hedges gave a recap on Harney County …Read More
Walla Walla County seeks new interim fairgrounds manager ahead of 2026 fair
WALLA WALLA — The Walla Walla County Board of Commissioners Chair Todd Kimball and Commissioner …Read More
Eastern Oregon teens arrested on DUII & Assault charges following traffic stop
UNION COUNTY – On Tuesday, May 12, The Oregon State Police arrested two local teens …Read More
Ukiah woman injured in single-vehicle crash
UMATILLA COUNTY – The Oregon State Police reports that the driver of a red Ford …Read More
WOMAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING VEHICLE ASSAULT INVESTIGATION IN LA GRANDELA GRANDE - (Release from La Grande Police ) On May 20, 2026, at approximately 9:53 p.m., officers responded to the area of 2632 Bearco Loop following a report of a disturbance involving a person being struck by a vehicle.Upon arrival, officers located an adult male lying near the entrance of the RV park. The male reported he had been run over by his ex-wife. Emergency medical personnel responded and transported the victim to a local hospital with significant injuries. Due to the severity of his injuries, he was later flown to Boise, Idaho for advanced medical treatment.Before being transported out of state, officers interviewed the victim at the hospital. The investigation determined the disturbance stemmed from a dispute involving a pickup truck the victim had reportedly owned since 2011.At approximately 11:09 p.m., officers located the suspect, identified as 43-year-old Leanna Hadden, at another residence in La Grande. Following an interview with officers, Hadden was arrested and lodged at the Union County Correctional Facility on the following charges:Assault in the Second Degree (ORS 163.175)Reckless Driving (ORS 811.140)Felony Hit and Run – Injury (ORS 811.705)
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🎉 BIRTHDAY & ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS! 🎉Let's hear it for today’s local stars: 🎂 Submissions for May 21, 2026🎈Happy Birthday on May 17 Mr. Young, from your La Grande Middle School Family💞Happy 4th Anniversary CJ Contreras, “Happy Anniversary, I love you!! From Ash”🎈Happy 5th Birthday yesterday (5/20) Phoenix Goodwin, Love Mom🎈Happy 25th Birthday Wyatt Kirby, “Happy 25th birthday to my amazing son Wyatt Kirby. I love you so much. From mom.”🎈Happy Birthday Debbie McKone, Love Shannon, Eric and the Kids, Ryan, Tara and the Kids and all your family and friends.🍕 THE BIG WINNER: A huge congrats to CJ Contreras! You’ve scored a fresh pizza from Papa Murphy’s in La Grande! (Open 10 AM–8 PM daily).Want to get on the list? Tune in to the Birthday & Anniversary Show every weekday at 7:20 AM on Real Country 104.7 KCMB and 102.3 The River.📩 HOW TO ENTER: Email birthdays@elkhornmediagroup.com with: ✨ Name & Date 💖 Age or Years Married 🎈 Who it’s from 📞 Contact phone & address📲 Stream us anywhere: Download the FREE Elkhorn Mobile App or visit ElkhornMediaGroup.com!
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JOSEPH - Camdyn plans to attend Oregon State University in the Fall with a dual major in Business Administration and Interior Design.
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I-84 closed westbound at La Grande
UPDATE: I-84 is now closed westbound at milepost 254, 5 miles West of La Grande. …Read More
Woman Arrested Following Vehicle Assault Investigation in La Grande
LA GRANDE – (Release from La Grande Police ) On May 20, 2026, at approximately …Read More
Pendleton’s Olney Cemetery is ready to honor veterans
PENDLETON – Families who wish to place grave decorations to honor loved ones at Olney …Read More
Joseph’s Camdyn Weer receives PEO National Scholarship Award
JOSEPH – Scholarship season continues in Northeast Oregon, and Wallowa County students are once again …Read More
Community Bike Night was a huge hit in Harney County
HARNEY COUNTY-Harney County Chamber of Commerce Director Jess Hedges gave a recap on Harney County …Read More
Walla Walla County seeks new interim fairgrounds manager ahead of 2026 fair
WALLA WALLA — The Walla Walla County Board of Commissioners Chair Todd Kimball and Commissioner …Read More
Eastern Oregon teens arrested on DUII & Assault charges following traffic stop
UNION COUNTY – On Tuesday, May 12, The Oregon State Police arrested two local teens …Read More
Ukiah woman injured in single-vehicle crash
UMATILLA COUNTY – The Oregon State Police reports that the driver of a red Ford …Read More
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UMATILLA COUNTY - Beginning Monday, June 8, ODOT will start a cost-effective chip seal preservation project on OR-11 between mileposts 4 and 20, with all work slated for completion by August 1.
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Staffing problems force Heppner DMV temporary closure. elkhornmediagroup.com/heppner-dmv-is-closed-thursday/.
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HEPPNER – The Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) tells us the Heppner DMV facility ...Read More0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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April 21, 2026
Home Energy Spotlight: How Oregonians can breathe easier this allergy season
OREGON – (Sponsored Content by Energy Trust of Oregon) For many Oregonians, spring doesn’t just …Read More
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March 20, 2026
Suspicious substance detected at Snake River Correctional Institution in Ontario
ONTARIO – (Press Release from Oregon Department of Corrections) On March 20, 2026, at approximately …Read More
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March 20, 2026
Ferguson signs bill banning face coverings for law enforcement
SEATTLE – Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signed Senate Bill 5855 into law, banning law enforcement …Read More
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March 20, 2026
OTEC to acquire PacifiCorp assets in Wallowa County
WALLOWA COUNTY — Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative announced Thursday that it will acquire PacifiCorp’s assets …Read More
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