Oregon’s close gubernatorial race between Democratic Gov. Kate Brown and GOP candidate Oregon Rep. Knute Buehler has captured the attention of national political pundits. On Tuesday, the race made the front page of the Cook Political Report’s website, with analyst Jennifer E. Duffy upgraded the race to a “tossup” –[Read More…]
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Counting on faith: Rec district goes to voters
ONTARIO – Supporters of an independent recreation district in Ontario are gearing up for a final push to convince voters to approve the plan. City voters face a measure creating a district with the same boundaries as the Ontario School District. The new agency would come into existence in January[Read More…]
They’re hiring – local job openings
OTR Driver – Class A EP Minerals is currently looking for an OTR Driver at the Vale, Oregon site. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Safety is a priority; observe road conditions and communicate safety issues. * Operate double belly dump trailers that deliver ore from the[Read More…]
Publications from local governments, private parties
Notice to Interested Persons In the County Court of the State of Oregon for the County of Malheur. In the Matter of the Estate of Darrell D. Standage Case No. 6049. Notice is hereby given that Tami Jo Stout has been appointed Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons[Read More…]
Lady Vikings sweep weekend competition, learn playoff fate
Vale varsity volleyball players chant before the first set against Umatilla Friday afternoon. Vale proved to be the better Vikings, sweeping all three sets in a decisive manner. (The Enterprise / Jayme Fraser) VALE – The Vale Vikings girls volleyball team dominated all three of their opponents last weekend, playing[Read More…]
Ontario rolls over Baker, 35-21, under Friday night lights
Baker’s Justin Miller grapples Ontario quarterback Kenji Teramura to the ground during first-half action Friday night in Ontario. The Tigers posted a 35-21 league win. (The Enterprise / Jayme Fraser) ONTARIO – In some ways the 2018 Ontario varsity football team is a paradox. Flashes of brilliance during the season illuminate[Read More…]
8 officers hurt in inmate assault at Snake River state prison
ONTARIO — Eight employees of the Snake River Correctional Institution were injured Saturday morning in assaults involving one inmate, the state Corrections Department said in a news release. The agency said one “staff member was assaulted by an inmate” but didn’t identify the corrections officer or the inmate. The assault[Read More…]
The latest obituaries and death notices for Malheur County
Mardene Weinrich Keveren April 20, 1935 – Sept. 26, 2018 Mardene Weinrich Keveren was born April 20, 1935 in Conrad, Montana, to Harvey and Norma Weinrich. When she was just 8 years old, both of her parents passed away. Mardene, her older brother Tommy and younger sister, Lue Jeanne, were[Read More…]
Vale’s Diamond Back Bar & Grill is open for business
Rusty Bashon, co-owner with his wife Cammie of the Diamond Back Bar & Grill in Vale, explains why he decided to stop driving truck and go into business for himself. (The Enterprise/Pat Caldwell). VALE – Six months ago, Rusty Bashon decided he was tired of driving truck and ready for[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Local nonprofits take on big job, play key role in giving season
In a sense, this is playoff season for many local charities. We’re into the time of year when benefit dinners and auctions pepper our calendars. But without them, nonprofits couldn’t serve Malheur County’s needs – if they could exist at all. They warrant your support and here’s why. Most nonprofits[Read More…]