Malheur Country educators are taking steps to boost early literacy scores after the state’s first comprehensive test in three years revealed a wide literary gap that preceded the pandemic.
Author: By Steven Mitchell - The Enterprise
Ontario and Vale offering warm, free meals on Thanksgiving
Free Thanksgiving Day dinners will be available at Ontario’s Origins Outreach Initiative from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Vale Elementary School from noon to 2 p.m.
Candidates in Nyssa, Vale and Ontario win seats after election
While still unofficial, results from the Nov. 8 election show few major changes in key leadership positions in the small towns in Malheur County.
Frosty Fest ready to roll in downtown Ontario
From 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday area residents can get a taste of the holiday season at the annual Frosty Fest where there will be a little something for everyone.
Festival of Trees starts 3-day run Nov. 17 in Ontario
An array of brightly decorated trees and greenery is on display Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 17-19, at Four Rivers Cultural Center. The annual Festival of Trees benefits Meals on Wheels.
Ontario boys soccer team brings home first state title
The Ontario boys soccer team cruised to its first state title Saturday, Nov. 12, in a 1-0 win over Phoenix on an early goal by senior Jaaziel Chavez and a critical save by goal tender Martin Benites.
Malheur educators eye remedies for lagging test scores in pandemic years
School officials across the state say test scores took a dive during the pandemic. Malheur County districts are looking at ways to bounce back.
Seniors, disabled can get help with energy bills in Malheur County
Senior citizens and people with disabilities can apply for help with heating and power bills through a program offered in Malheur County. Communities in Action will talk with people by appointment Nov. 15 at the Vale Library.
Rising heat bills ahead for Malheur County residents
As winter arrives, Malheur County residents who heat their homes with natural gas will feel the impact of a recently approved rate hike.
Ontario’s Crow receives honor from state community college association
Ontario businessman Stephen Crow was recently selected to receive the Howard Cherry Award from the Oregon Community College Association.