• Cottingham, Zelazny wed Sep 20, 2009
The couple will make their home in La Grande, Ore. and Anchorage after graduation from EOU. Share this page. (Juneau Empire)
Payette thumps New Plymouth, Ontario cruises to victory over Vale Sep 19, 2009
Fruitland 33, La Grande 6 ... Fruitland, Idaho 33, La Grande 6 ... Fruitland 33, La Grande, Ore. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
A special celebration ... Food forum generates different ideas ... Proceedings against rural Adrian resident delayed ... Demand for food stamps climbs in Oregon ... State seeks execution for 2 in Ore. bank bombing ... Air-Faire fun ... Around Oregon Idaho ... ';var marqueewidth="440px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}} A crowd gathers outside the new Father Kirkpatrick Center for the blessing of the bell tower at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Ontario, Friday evening. The project took 10 years and about $1 million to complete.A special celebration Sep 13, 2009
Father Kirk, as he was fondly known, served churches in La Grande, Nyssa and Ontario, and was well-known as the chaplain of Holy Rosary Medical Center. He could relate to anyone, Grace Hart, who wrote an essay about him, said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Western's Woods likely out for season Sep 9, 2009
"We were able to run the ball in this game," Eastern coach Tim Camp told the La Grande Observer. "That allowed us to keep Kasey Peters off the field." Peters also ran 11 times for for 43 yards. (Montana Standard, MT)
Back to Iraq? ... Senator fields health care querys ... City Council grapples with business loan fund challenge ... Keeping the water flowing ... Central Idaho officials consider murals ... Transgender activist to run for mayor of Idaho town ... Hunters continue to buy up wolf tags ... Northwest fiber optic cuts can disrupt but fix is fast ... Former student leader released ... ';var marqueewidth="440px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}} Photo courtesy of the Idaho National GuardAn M1A1 Abrams tank from the 116th Cavalry Brigade Combat Team, Idaho Army National Guard, opens fire on a gunnery range at a training area south of Boise in July. The 116th Brigade, which consists of units from the Gem state, Montana and Eastern Oregon, received an alert order in preparation for deployment Friday. Back to Iraq? Sep 6, 2009
The 3rd Battalion headquarters is situated in La Grande, and the unit consists of citizen-soldier outfits from central Oregon, Hermiston, The Dalles, Hood River, Pendleton, Baker City and Ontario. Sheehy said the alert order is just that: a notification for Guardsmen across Eastern Oregon to be prepared. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Friday's Statewide Football Scores Sep 5, 2009
Vale 18, La Grande 6. Vancouver Christian, Wash. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Wyden responds to health care concerns at town hall meetings Sep 1, 2009
By Bill RautenstrauchThe (La Grande, Ore ... Ron Wyden paid homage to World War II veterans and spent considerable time talking about his Healthy Americans Act in a town hall meeting Friday at La Grande Middle School ... "He pointed to his fight to save county payments, the fact he helped get a veterans outpatient clinic built in La Grande and the fact that he maintains an office in La Grande staffed by aide Kathleen Cathey."Some of the most important legislation I've fought for has involved... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Nearby workers rescue Ore. man attacked by bees Aug 28, 2009
Gray and Richard Mills, both engineering technicians for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, had stopped near the La Grande Air Tanker Base on Tuesday to lock a toolbox in their service vehicle ... Information from: The (La Grande) Observer, http://www. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
For firefighters, its hurry up and wait Aug 23, 2009
Still, the air crews stay prepared for when the call comes, whether it be in Eastern Oregon, as far north as La Grande, in Idaho or in northern Nevada, Brian Rindlisbacher, BLM single engine air tanker manager at the Ontario airport, said. We do simulations, he said, and the pilots get some flying time in to keep ready. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Oregon considers hiking state parks fees Aug 21, 2009
Public hearings are scheduled for Sept. 17 in La Grande, Sept. 18 in Bend, Sept. 21 near St. Paul and Sept. 22 in Newport. Reader Comments The comments below are from readers of Gazettetimes. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
OSU graduates one of its largest classes Aug 21, 2009
La Grande: Kristen M. Cathey, Bachelor of Science, Biology; Katie R. Clapp, Bachelor of Science, Rangeland Ecology and Management; Renee J. Coxen, Bachelor of Science, Environmental Economics, Policy and Management; Paris B. Edwards, Master of Science, Water Resources Policy and Management; Jennifer A. Greenfield, Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, Agricultural Business Management; Brittany E. Kelly, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business Management; Clayton J. Lowe, Bachelor of Science,... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Onion harvest begins in the valley Aug 16, 2009
According to the 2007 Census of Agriculture, Malheur County devotes more than 13,000 acres to growing dry onions, as reported in the Eastern Oregon Employment newsletter prepared by Jason Yohannan, a regional economist in La Grande. Those pungent bulbs definitely play a substantial role in the local economy, Yohannan said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
FBI: Man gives teller ID before robbing bank Aug 13, 2009
Other workers at the Gem Stop Chevron in La Grande in eastern Oregon say they're mystified about how the mouse got inside the machine. ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- A 34-year-old man is in custody after authorities say he gave a teller his account number and showed her his picture ID before robbing an Anchorage bank. (Fresno Bee)
Oregon man refuses attorney in Elgin triple slaying Aug 9, 2009
Union County District Attorney Tim Thompson said the self-employed La Grande house painter repeatedly refused to consult a lawyer at his arraignment Thursday. Cook has admitted he is responsible for the killings in two separate encounters with reporters, saying he was high on methamphetamine when he did it. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Mouse Builds Nest In ATM With $20 Bills Aug 8, 2009
Other workers at the Gem Stop Chevron in La Grande in eastern Oregon say they're mystified about how the mouse got inside the machine. Copyright 2009 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
Triple-killing defendant returns to Ore. Aug 6, 2009
As Gregory Alvin Cook, 42, was led into the Union County Jail in La Grande after his return from Washington state, he told reporters that he killed Shannon McKillop during a fight and two companions because they were witnesses ... Cook, of La Grande, was scheduled to be arraigned on Thursday ... The victims lived in Elgin, a town of 1,700 about 20 miles north of La Grande. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Playing for keeps ... Cash-for-clunkers program going strong ... Local post office to stay open ... Study shows many terminal patients do not utilize assisted suicide law ... Judge extends time for DBSI accounting probe ... Dedication prompts nomination to marshal for Fruitlands Ashton ... Insurer files suit against Oregon ... Govt insurance would allow coverage for abortion ... ';var marqueewidth="440px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}} Pat Caldwell | Argus ObserverStaff Sgt. Douglas Howard (left) and Private Gerald Combs, both of The Dalles Oregon Army National Guard unit, storm through a doorway to clear a room as part of an urban warfare exercise last week at the Orchard Training Area south of Boise. Combs and Howard are members of the Oregon Guards Alpha Company, 3rd Battalion, 116th Cavalry Regiment. The 3rd Battalion consists of Guard units from across Eastern Oregon, including Ontario.Playing for keeps Aug 6, 2009
The 3rd Battalion consists of Guard units from The Dalles, Redmond, Prinveville, Hood River, Hermiston, Pendleton, La Grande, Baker City and Ontario. The 3rd Battalion is made up of both armor tanks, Bradley Fighting Vehicles and infantry. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Man In Oregon Triple Slayings Captured In Thurston County Aug 4, 2009
-- A La Grande house painter wanted in the slayings of three people he knew in Union County was captured in Thurston County Monday, deputies said. Union County District Attorney Tim Thompson said 42-year-old Gregory Alvin Cook was captured by Thurston County sheriff's deputies. (KIRO TV, WA)
Update: Oregon man arrested in triple slaying Aug 4, 2009
A La Grande house painter wanted for the murders of three people he knew in Union County has been captured in Washington state. Thurston County, Wash. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Annual training Aug 2, 2009
The 3rd Battalion consists of Guard units from Hood River, The Dalles, Redmond, Prineville, Pendleton, La Grande, Baker City, Hermiston and Ontario. Gibson, who joined the Guard more than 12 years ago, said part of his success as a citizen-soldier revolves around his employer, Gentry Ford, in Baker City. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Police want to talk with 2 men in Elgin case Aug 2, 2009
According to a death notice posted in Friday s (La Grande) Observer newspaper, she is survived by two daughters and had four grandchildren ... Information from: The (La Grande) Observer. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Nyssa treatment system almost finished Jul 31, 2009
Mike Becker Construction, La Grande, is the contractor for phase B, which includes the piping, sprinkler system and telemetry system. That company has just started its part of the project. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Hand found near Elgin part of homicide case Jul 30, 2009
Public records indicate McKillop has lived in La Grande and Elgin in recent years. The severed hand was discovered Friday on property owned by the Boise Cascade timber company. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Top Breakfast Spots in Phoenix Jul 23, 2009
La Grande Orange is a boutique market and restaurant. The European atmosphere is reflected in the high shelves of wine and house-made sauces that wrap around the cafe tables. (Suite101.com)
Argus claims 13 awards at statewide newspaper contest Jul 19, 2009
Papers like the East Oregonian (in Pendleton) or the Baker City Herald and others in places like Burns or Bend or Redmond and La Grande consistently put out a quality product, he said. He also said the awards, while significant for the newsroom, reflected on the newspaper as a whole. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
From the Editor's Desk: Something to remember this place by Jul 9, 2009
Tim s time was up at La Grande High. To read the entire column, see today's Argus Observer. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Columbia' s Cavendish wins Stage 3, Armstrong 3rd Jul 7, 2009
LA GRANDE-MOTTE, France Britain's Mark Cavendish won his second straight stage at the Tour de France, and Lance Armstrong gained ground and is now third overall ... Breakaway riders dominated the hot and breezy 122-mile course along the Mediterranean from Marseille to La Grande Motte. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
At Our Best (July 6) (23) Jul 7, 2009
They are Denise Gallagher and Rebecca Renda of Corvallis and Kimberly Warren of La Grande, formerly of Corvallis. To qualify for the Dean s List, students must achieve and maintain a grade point average of 3. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Cyclists face extreme heat in France Jul 7, 2009
1-mile course from the Mediterranean port city of Marseille to La Grande Motte. The Tour ends July 26 in Paris. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Oregon man charged in counterfeiting case (49) Jun 28, 2009
LA GRANDE (AP) A La Grande man is facing numerous charges involving the alleged use of counterfeit currency. The La Grande Observer reported that 28-year-old Zachary James Andyke was arrested Wednesday by La Grande police and Union County sheriff s deputies ... Information from: The (La Grande) Observer. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Marijuana field discovered in Oregon's Elkhorn Mountains Jun 28, 2009
The sheriff's office, Oregon State Police, U.S. Forest Service, the Union County sheriff's office and Baker City and La Grande police departments worked together to clear the plantation from Tuesday to Thursday. The operation was similar to two that police raided a couple years ago near Brownlee Reservoir in eastern Baker County. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Jobless rate high Jun 20, 2009
She works for Certified Personal Services in La Grande and finds employment with different contractors. Thompson s co-worker, Bill Schisler, a four-year veteran, said he took up flagging because he needed employment but has worked on the side during the downtimes. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
LHS honors valedictorians, salutatorian (7) Jun 18, 2009
Valedictorian Sierra Engler plans to attend Eastern Oregon University in La Grande. She said she ll probably earn a degree in math or science, but is not sure what she will do with it. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Wallowa shooting found justified (24) Jun 6, 2009
Detectives from the Baker City and La Grande offices of the Oregon State Police arrived in Wallowa County within hours of the incident and immediately began the process to obtain a search warrant for Blair s residence. The warrant was issued by Judge Russell B. West at 7:55 am on May 22, 2009 and first executed at 9:02 am on the same day. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Armory: Good news, bad news May 31, 2009
The 3rd Battalion consists of citizen-soldier outfits from Redmond, Prineville, Hood River, The Dalles, Hermiston, Pendleton, La Grande, Baker City and Ontario. Both Prineville and Redmond host two 3rd Battalion units, and, if those armories are closed, Sheehy will not only be forced to find a new home for them but also face the prospect of losing Guardsmen. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Ontario hardballers get 11 players named on GOL all-league team May 30, 2009
Josh Yundt La Grande ... Kevin Boyd La Grande ... Kole Stein La Grande. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Memorial Day: Hillsboro Pearl Harbor survivor passes May 16 May 27, 2009
He earned a teaching degree from Eastern Oregon University in La Grande, then met and married wife Louise in Richland, Wash. They moved to Hillsboro expecting their first child, and Jones completed his master's degree at the University of Oregon. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Elk Foundation honors Dr. John Cook May 27, 2009
An award honoring the science-based conservation legacy of Olaus J. Murie, the late biologist remembered as the father of modern elk management, has been presented by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation to Dr. John G. Cook of La Grande, Ore ... In 1996, he moved to La Grande to begin his elk research. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Baseball playoff capsules May 26, 2009
NEXT: Winner will play the winner of today s Marist/ La Grande game on Friday. UPDATE: Philomath finished second in the Val-Co League under first-year coach Ryan Starwalt. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Tiger tracksters set for final meet May 23, 2009
On that day, the Tigers notched nine first-place, two seconds, and three third-place finishes to score 99 points, just six points shy of La Grande (105). Along with the top two, Church also has Jake Turner, Tad Anzaldua, Robert Keyes, David Zamago, Anthony Sharp, Jace Salutregui, John Hamman and Jacob Ybarra (alternate) representing the boys squad. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Oregon Recreation Report May 21, 2009
Dutch Oven/Outdoor Cooking, June 13, La Grande ... Shotgun and Sporting Clays, July 11, La Grande ... ODFW needs hunters assistance to establish wolves presence in Oregon; please report any wolf sightings or wolf sign to La Grande office (541) 963-2138 or online. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Letters to the editor: May 20, 2009
It s painful to see so many good people out of work in the La Grande community. People that once had dreams of owning their own business, being a nurse or a teacher and that now have to put it off and explain to their children why they can t help pay for their degree. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
CHOIR CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS May 11, 2009
UPDATED: :56 a.m. PDT, May 11, 2009. by 05/10/2009 8:48 p.m. PT. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Stayin alive May 10, 2009
Hendon, who was thought to suffer a season-ending knee injury last week in a collision at third base against La Grande, came back Saturday with a 4-for-4 effort from the plate with an RBI and a run scored ... Mac-Hi hosts first-place La Grande Saturday. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Recycling compliance rate getting better, but there's still room for improvement May 9, 2009
According to statistics Hannon gathered, the cities of La Grande, Ore. Kirkland, Wash. (Longview Daily News, WA)
• Late Twin Falls writer's story appears in second volume May 8, 2009
"Now, Steve Turner lives in Pocatello and works for a pharmaceutical delivery business. He earned a bachelor's degree in biology from Northwest Nazarene University, and he played baseball at Eastern Oregon University in La Grande and at NNU.Denise Turner worked for the Times-News for 11 years before her death from cancer. Copyright ? 2006, Lee Publications Inc. Magicvalley.com is an on-line division of the Times-News, published daily at 132 Fairfield St. W., Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 by Lee... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Boise Cascade to close La Grande mill May 2, 2009
- Boise Cascade says it will close a pine lumber sawmill in La Grande this summer, laying off 120 employees ... Last month Fleetwood Travel Trailers said it is closing its plants in La Grande and Pendleton at a cost of more than 400 jobs. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Joseph ThomasDickerson(Joe)Sept. 21, 1989 - April 26, 2009 Apr 30, 2009
He then went on to attend college at Eastern Oregon State University in La Grande, Ore. It is while at Eastern that Joe s amazing artistic talents really started to shine. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Ontarios bats wake up against Vale Apr 30, 2009
Friday, the Tigers will look to improve their Greater Oregon League record when they travel to La Grande ... In that first meeting with La Grande, we felt like we let one get away from us, Horn said ... Horn said, if his team will swing the bats like it did against Vale, he believes it has a chance of taking two at La Grande. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Lady Pirates send off seniors with 12-5 win over Columbia Apr 29, 2009
Ontario, which has a 1-5 Greater Oregon league record thus far, hosts No. 9 ranked La Grande Friday for a doubleheader starting at 2 p.m.. La Grande is coming off a sweep of Mac-Hi Friday, where they posted a 25-2 scoring margin. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Timberline Lodge muralist dies at age 96 Apr 28, 2009
Lynch was born in La Grande and moved with his family to Portland when he was a teenager. He graduated from Grant High School in 1931, where his wife, Alexandra Lynch, said, "he had two wonderful art teachers who really influenced his direction.". (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Budget cuts could close 25 Oregon armories Apr 17, 2009
Sheehy also said a 30 percent cut would reduce the 3rd Battalion's ability to respond to state emergencies, forcing him to consolidate the National Guard in Eastern Oregon either in La Grande or Baker City, delaying response times. Soldiers still would have to fulfill their commitments, but likely would have to travel farther to do it. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Wolves kill 23 lambs at eastern Oregon ranch The livestock loss to wolves is the first documented since the animals' return to the state in 1999 Apr 16, 2009
LA GRANDE -- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has confirmed that a wolf or wolves killed nearly two dozen lambs on an eastern Oregon ranch. Cameras placed after the first attack April 9 captured the images of two wolves when they returned April 12 or 13 to kill more lambs, Michelle Dennehy, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife spokeswoman, said Wednesday. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Killing of lambs ignites wolf concerns Apr 15, 2009
LA GRANDE -- A gray wolf may have killed 19 lambs on an eastern Oregon ranch south of the Eagle Cap Wilderness in separate attacks April 9 and 12, Oregon Fish and Wildlife Department officials said Tuesday. Seventeen lambs died and two were injured in the first attack on the ranch, which belongs to Curt Jacobs and is in the Keating Valley east of Baker City, said Michelle Dennehy, Fish and Wildlife spokeswoman. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Horizon seeks permit for second Oregon wind farm Apr 11, 2009
The Observer newspaper reports the Houston, Texas, company plans to build the Antelope Ridge Wind Farm on a 47,000-acre site about 10 miles southeast of La Grande. Horizon opened the 105-megawatt Elkhorn Valley wind farm at Telocaset in August 2007. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Tigers pounce on Nampa Apr 5, 2009
Greater Oregon League rival Baker is ranked seventh with 27 votes and La Grande picked up one vote. Ontario is one week away from starting GOL play, but in the meantime will deal with Vale Tuesday in its final non-league game. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Allison Yano returns, Tigers defeat Columbia Apr 3, 2009
Ontario (4-2 overall) travels to La Grande for Greater Oregon League play on April 11. Hitting and pitching stats were unavailable as of press time. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
FFA team successful at state convention Apr 2, 2009
The Lebanon High School FFA team did well at the Oregon Future Farmers of America annual convention in La Grande March 20-23. Lebanon s farm business management team, consisting of Karen Hoagland, Kristi Bunde, Lindsay Noble and Katie Miltenberger, took third place. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Tigers ready to take next step Mar 25, 2009
Mac-Hi lost four key players, but Hopper said they have solid pitching, as does La Grande and Baker. Comment Blog - Note: All Comments Subject To Approval. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Pendleton: 'Cowboy up' Mar 22, 2009
It also left 162 workers jobless at a Fleetwood RV plant in La Grande, 50 miles to the east. CONTINUED 1. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Walden blasts Obama budget plan Mar 22, 2009
Walden and Colby Marshall, who staffs Walden s office in La Grande, were flying on to Burns and John Day to discuss the economic situation before going to Baker City and La Grande, where Walden is scheduled to address the state FFA convention. Walden also convened with members of the Stop Idaho Power group, a grass-roots organization that seeks to route a planned major transmission line outside of the valley. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Bob Davies picked to lead Eastern Oregon University Mar 21, 2009
The state Board of Higher Education named Bob Davies, vice president for university relations at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, as president of the 3,666-student campus in La Grande. George Pernsteiner, chancellor of the Oregon University System, said Davies is an "engaging and visionary leader" who can connect with students, faculty, staff and community members. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Floyd W. Henderson Mar 21, 2009
and Robert and wife Barbara and John and wife Shawna, all of Grants Pass; daughters Jacqueline and husband Larry Heer of Albany, Gayle and husband Jerry Sorensen of Selma, Maura and husband Dan Kehr of La Grande, and Mary King of Grants Pass; 10 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sons, Tommy in 1988 and Loren in 2008. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
TUESDAY NIGHT UPDATE: $16.7 million airport runway project awarded-- Boise Cascade announces 30 layoffs in Elgin-- What do you think? School merger vote Mar 18, 2009
An official with the wood products manufacturer told The Observer newspaper of La Grande that weak market conditions and subpar projections for housing starts led to the decision. The mill is curtailing its second shift effective Monday, April 6. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Edward James Olmos, Charlie Sheen, Bristol Palin Mar 17, 2009
Parents at La Grande High School objected to what they called adult content in Mr. Martin's 1993 play, "Picasso at the Lapin Agile," about an imagined meeting between Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso in a Paris bar ... In a letter published in The La Grande Observer, Mr. Martin offered to pay for the production because, he wrote, he wanted to keep the play "from acquiring a reputation it does not deserve.". (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
