A year after the Malheur County Economic Development director position was vacated county officials say they are almost ready to begin interviews with eight applicants.
Local government
New solar farm project could translate into savings for city of Ontario
A new, 20-acre, $8.5 million solar project just north of Ontario could mean power cost savings for the city of Ontario.
Residents deliver feedback to Nyssa City Council on public safety fee hike proposal
At a special hearing Tuesday, Aug. 8, Nyssa city officials listened to feedback from residents regarding a proposal to boost the city’s public safety fee.
Secretary of State’s decision stymies reelection prospects for Sen. Lynn Findley
A decision Tuesday, Aug. 8, means legislators that piled up 10 or more unexcused absences during the last legislative session are disqualified from running in the 2024 election cycle.
Bentz: Facts don’t support Trump indictments
ONTARIO – U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz believes the federal justice system is being influenced to attack former President Donald Trump for political reasons. The former president was indicted Tuesday, Aug 1, on federal charges accusing him of a conspiracy to corruptly keep his office despite losing the 2020 election. He[Read More…]
Nyssa holds city hearing on plan to boost public safety fee charged to residents
Nyssa residents can give feedback to the Nyssa City Council about a proposed public safety fee hike at a special meeting Tuesday, Aug. 8.
Sen. Lynn Findley undecided about re-election bid even as five other Republicans say they’re running
State Sen. Lynn Findley, R-Vale, said he is unsure about whether he will run for re-election. Five of his Republican colleagues announced last week they will run again. (The Enterprise/File)
Leaders ponder future of Nyssa rail project as expected operator pulls out
Americold, a multinational company projected to operate the Treasure Valley Reload Center, announced recently it was backing out of a deal inked in 2021.
Kotek promotes cooperation and a focus on the future during Ontario visit
Gov. Tina Kotek visited Ontario Wednesday, July 19, and spoke to a collection of local officials and stakeholders. She pushed an agenda of finding solutions and cooperation during her short stay.
Work on new roundabout at Cairo Junction kicks off
Crews are already hard at work on building a new roundabout at the Cairo Junction intersection. The project is part of a $16.7 million state Transportation Department project.