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UMATILLA — A giant water slide, a slip ’n’ slide, water balloons and more are featured during the Water Palooza in Umatilla.

UMATILLA — Are you well-read — if so, an evening of book-themed trivia is waiting for you.

SALEM — Artists who exhibit or sell their work and maintain a consistent artistic practice are invited to submit their information for a statewide artist registry.

HERMISTON — People are encouraged to address their stress before it's too late.

HERMISTON — The Hermiston High School class of 1991 is set to celebrate 30 years after turning the tassel. The class reunion is July 30 through Aug. 1.

HERMISTON — The Hermiston Police Department is gearing up for National Night Out, which encourages people to get to know their neighbors as a way to build safer communities.

HERMISTON — The Umatilla County Fair recently announced its Main Stage concert lineup and advance ticket sales for reserved seating.

UMATILLA COUNTY — After a one-year hiatus, the Umatilla County Fair is looking forward to seeing the creative talents of area residents. People are invited to display open class exhibits, incl…

HEPPNER — Quilters and crafters are encouraged to check out the benefit fabric sale for Mary Riggs.

BOARDMAN — The Boardman Chamber of Commerce welcomes the Boardman Fire Rescue District as the featured guest as it resumes in-person meetings.

STANFIELD — Weekly prizes and a league tournament are all part of the fun during the Stanfield Cornhole League.

BOARDMAN — A couple of days are left of the vacation Bible school at the Boardman First Baptist Church. On Friday, July 16, the final day, get ready to have a splashing good time with a water …

UMATILLA — The Umatilla Marina and RV Park will host free family movie nights.

HERMISTON — A "Teen Paint Night" is planned as part of the Hermiston Public Library’s Summer Reading Program.

HELIX — The Helix Library is the place for teens to be this summer with different activities offered each Thursday at 119 Columbia St.

UMATILLA — Umatilla’s Saturday Market is well underway and will continue weekly until Sept. 18.

MISSION — After a one-year hiatus because of the global pandemic, United Way of the Blue Mountains is looking forward to hosting its 12th annual Charitable Golf Tournament.

WALLA WALLA — The Walla Walla VA Medical Center invites all who are interested to participate in its ninth annual Palliative Care Forum.

MILTON-FREEWATER — BJ the DJ will spin some tunes with a theme of Sweet Soul Music during Oldies Night in Milton-Freewater.

HERMISTON — Run, bounce, jump, dive and slide through Hermiston’s first Inflatable 5K Fun Run.

PENDLETON — Wednesdays in the Park is returning to Pendleton’s Roy Raley Park for four weeks of free concerts.

SALEM — Power outages can result in food spoiling, especially during the current excessive heat warning — and that can take a toll on Oregonians living on tight household budgets.

STANFIELD — Get ready to rattle some chains at the new disc golf course at Bard Park.

WALLA WALLA — A demonstration of scientific instruments from the Lewis and Clark era and a living history presentation are the upcoming special programs at Fort Walla Walla Museum.

WALLA WALLA — A project designed to improve the lives of veterans by sharing storytelling skills is featured at Gesa Power House Theatre in Walla Walla.

PENDLETON — Ceramics specialist Iván Carmona and painter Justin L'Amie will discuss their work during an opening reception for the first in-person show in the East Oregonian Gallery at Pendlet…

HERMISTON — Prizes and special guest speakers are featured as the Hermiston Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Summer Business Luncheon.

HERMISTON — Movies in the Park offers family fun on Friday nights in July.

HERMISTON — A Rocky Mountain Railroad Adventure is planned as part of the vacation Bible school at Faith Presbyterian Church, 1005 S.E. Ninth St., Hermiston. Children do not have to attend the…

SEATTLE — As the American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage that is negatively affecting blood product availability across the country, additional incentives are being …

HERMISTON — A pair of activities for the summer reading program offered through the Hermiston Public Library will accept pre-registration beginning Tuesday, July 6.

IRRIGON — Irrigon is getting ready to rock the river with a variety of music as it hosts Music in the Park.

FLORA — While it’s not the pioneer way, Flora School Education Center is offering online classes. The nonprofit organization’s mission is to promote folk arts and historic agriculture.

HERMISTON — More than two dozen lucky students are pedaling into the summer on new bicycles thanks to the Bikes for Books Program of Hermiston Masonic Lodge No. 138.

HERMISTON — A Time Magazine Must-Read Book of 2020 described as “ravishing and heartfelt” is the topic of the upcoming Bookminders, the Hermiston Public Library book club.

HERMISTON — A four-person scramble golf tournament will benefit people in need in the community.

SALEM — Outdoor areas at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s more than 30 fish hatcheries — including the Umatilla and Irrigon hatcheries — are open again for visitors.

SEATTLE — The American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage as the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries rise and deplete the nation’s blood inventory.

HERMISTON — The Hermiston Sports Boosters announced tickets still are available for its annual Steak Feed & Auction.

PENDLETON — Pastor Brad Wells, who ministers to many United States government officials, is the keynote speaker for the “I Love America” conference at Berean Baptist Church.