Cheers, whoops for McCain's return, then impassioned speech
WASHINGTON — In high drama at the Capitol, Sen. John McCain on Tuesday delivered a crucial vote in the Republican … Read more
The Associated Press
Educational leadership is superintendent’s passion
For Cove School District’s new interim superintendent, Earl Pettit, education is what he does, and … Read more
Council agrees to continue studying Greenway Project
The Grande Ronde River Greenway Project is still alive. The Island City City Council, before … Read more
Pettit fought Arizona district
New Cove superintendent’s lawsuit put students’ rights first
Cove School District’s new interim superintendent, Earl Pettit, is no stranger to controversies. In past … Read more
Netflix show worth viewing
TV show ‘13 Reasons Why’ triggers key talks
Makila Tucker, a La Grande High School student who was the target of bullying in … Read more
Timber Cruisers car show winners named
The past became the present on July 16 on Adams Avenue under a cloudless sky … Read more
Fire destroys four barns at EOLS
Four barns at the grounds of the Eastern Oregon Livestock Show are completely destroyed after … Read more
POLICE LOG: July 24 2017
La Grande Police Department Arrested: David Alan Lillard, 29, unknown address, was arrested on a … Read more
OBITS: July 24 2017
Zimmerman
George Zimmerman Union George Zimmerman, 66, of Union, died July 21 at his home. An … Read more
BRIEFLY: La Grande Shakespeare Co. launches season
The La Grande Shakespeare Company invites the community to its season launch party from 7 … Read more
Leukemia has outdoors lover stuck inside
Haydin Thompson, 6, is a true Northeast Oregonian. He loves to be outside, riding horses … Read more
Senior pass price to increase
National park senior pass price to jump 700 percent
BAKER CITY — The price for the lifetime senior pass to visit National Parks is … Read more
Greenway project’s future on the line
Island City must make a decision on ODOT grant by July 31
ISLAND CITY — The clock is ticking for Island City’s city council. The council must … Read more
No bag limit for trout at Marr Pond in Enterprise
Equipment malfunction will drain pond
ENTERPRISE, Ore.—Fishery managers have lifted the bag limit at Marr Pond due to a malfunction … Read more
County requests UCEDC records
Commissioners want financials before making funding decision
Union County Commissioner Donna Beverage said she will not support giving the Union County Economic … Read more
SPIRITUAL HIGHLIGHTS: Two services held on Sunday
COVE — The morning service at Calvary Baptist Church in Cove will begin at 11 … Read more
BRIEFLY: Friends invited to Willie Free’s birthday party
William “Willie” E. Free will celebrate his 90th birthday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. … Read more
POLICE LOG: July 21 2017
La Grande Fire Department The La Grande Fire Department responded to 12 calls for medical … Read more
Districts grapple with budget
State education budget could pose problems for smaller districts
On June 8, the State Legislature passed the K-12 biennium budget of $7.6 billion that … Read more
Tourism, construction led June job growth in Oregon
Oregon employers added 8,500 jobs in June, the largest monthly increase since February 2016, the … Read more
State championship game held tonight
The state championship of the Oregon Little League Tournament between La Grande and Beaverton will … Read more
Major road construction begins on Forest Road 3120
Project to make driving experience comfortable, according to officials
Road work on Mt. Emily could cause some problems for huckleberry pickers. The U.S. Forest … Read more
Eastern Oregon native gets political
Tucker Billman is the new field representative at Greg Walden’s office in La Grande
There’s a new face in U.S. Rep. Greg Walden’s La Grande office. Tucker Billman, 22, … Read more
Council to make offer to Patterson
Former city administrator files tort claim against City of Union
UNION — The Union City Council took a step Monday night toward resolving the case … Read more
School to rent out dorms
EOU to offer lodging in student dorms for August eclipse visitors
A new lodging option for those visiting Eastern Oregon for the Aug. 21 solar eclipse … Read more
UPDATE: Micah West captured in Albany
A late-night hunger attack proved to be the downfall for one of the two juveniles … Read more
BRIEFLY: Fundraiser aims to help Thomas family
Bloomerang Flowers, of La Grande, has launched a fundraising effort to help the family of … Read more
Federal jury awards $1 million to La Grande couple who sued insurance company
Muller Engines owners took Country Mutual Insurance Co. to trial in federal court in Portland
PORTLAND — A federal jury awarded $1 million to a La Grande couple who sued … Read more
Wallowa County road set for repair
Sensitive area may be target for river restoration project
ENTERPRISE — A remote, yet well-traveled, Wallowa County Road will be under construction for the … Read more
Union makes progress with fire
Flood irrigation strategy has impact
Armed with an infrared heat sensor, City of Union firefighters and public works staff are … Read more
Lawmakers react to session
Hansell, Barreto hold differing opinions on successes of Legislature
Sen. Bill Hansell, R-Athena, and Rep. Greg Barreto, R-Cove, have differing opinions of the accomplishments … Read more
POLICE LOG: July 17 2017
La Grande Fire Department The La Grande Fire Department responded to nine calls for medical … Read more
City hall relocated after blaze
Renovations of offices destroyed by fire expected to take 9 months
ENTERPRISE — City Administrator Michele Young sat at a plastic folding table Friday in a … Read more
Observer wins 7 awards at ONPA
Awards include firsts in Best Special Section, Best Editorial Page
The Observer newsroom brought home seven awards, including a pair of first-place awards, over the … Read more
Retired Air Force colonel, Elgin grad coming home
As a 16-year-old, Chris Luithly was determined to carry out his late uncle’s dream of … Read more
Nobody injured in Sunday morning hay fire
A Sunday morning hay fire on Highway 203 about two miles west of Hot Lake … Read more
Fire crews stay busy with Saturday fires
Lightning storm sparks three blazes in Hells Canyon area
ENTERPRISE — An early lightning storm Saturday started several fires in all three states that … Read more
Union City Council to meet Monday
UNION — The Union City Council will meet Monday. The meeting will start at 6 … Read more
