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Something for everyone at Monument’s annual fall event
Monument's annual fall festival and auction is Sept. 27.
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Prairie City senior channels Robin Hood
Prairie City senior Mya Bryant doesn’t steal from the rich and give to the poor like Robin Hood ...
Outdoors
Major changes in mule deer hunts could start in 2026
Changes are coming in 2026 for mule deer hunts in Central and Eastern Oregon.
Wildfires
Bridge Fire acreage reduced in evening update
Fire managers have closed several areas and campground near the Bridge Fire in Grant County.
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How the Rapid Spread of Misinformation Pushed Oregon Lawmakers to Kill the State’s Wildfire Risk Map
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Bentz discusses ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ executive power
Bentz stopped into the Blue Mountain Eagle in John Day to discuss the Medicaid cuts, immigration, presidential power ...
Business
Oregon economy slows, will take $888 million revenue hit in next two years from Trump budget
The $472 million that Oregon lawmakers set aside to help buffer losses from the federal tax and spending ...
Local News
John Day to challenge court orders
The John Day City Council at its meeting Aug. 26 voted to have the city challenge a pair ...
Special Sections
John Day man embarks on once in a lifetime hunt
Sam Palmer, of John Day, went on a hunting safari in Africa, and relied on hunting gear a ...
Government
Oregon’s lone Congressional Republican Rep. Bentz mum on public events during August recess
Oregon’s seven Congressional Democrats will collectively clock six dozen town halls, roundtables and constituent meetings before returning to ...
Government
Court orders, council president on John Day City Council agenda
The John Day City Council at its meeting Aug. 26 considers a number of matters, including two recent ...
Government
Oregon lawmakers to hear from public on new transportation bill ahead of special session
Joint Interim Committee on Transportation Funding to hold public hearing on Monday Lawmakers on Monday will hear feedback ...
Government
Bentz plans to meet with small groups on district tour instead of large town halls
Rep. Cliff Bentz met with constituents on Aug. 19 in The Dalles, where they pressed him on Medicaid ...
News
Fall steelhead season could be stellar in Northeastern Oregon
Kyle Bratcher had been warning Northeastern Oregon steelhead anglers this summer to brace for a fall of futility. ...
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Local News
Restoration of Cottonwood watershed aims to rely on beavers
Restoration efforts in the Cottonwood watershed near Monument aim to boost the beaver population so the natural work ...
Local News
Grant County Court approves snow removal contract
The Grant County Court at its meeting Wednesday, Aug. 20, approved a contract for snow removal.
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Grant County Youth Livestock Auction brings in $659K
Grant County Youth Livestock Auction sells almost 200 animals for big bucks.
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John Day faces court orders on deals with Iron Triangle, Nick and Morgan Green
John Day faces two state court orders to comply with legal obligations on two projects in development.
Local
Forest Service temporarily blocks proposals to reduce public access on national forests in Oregon, Washington
Proposals to reduce public access on national forests in Oregon and Washington are on a hold.
Breaking News
Meloni Cochran joins John Day City Council
John Day City Council is back to its full contingent.
Community News
Capturing the moments: Grant County Fair readies for the carnival
Blue Mountain Eagle senior reporter Justin Davis checked out the site of the Grant County Fair carnival.
Local News
7 of 10 priciest homes for sale in Grant County top $1M
Looking for an upscale home in Grant County? Here are a some to check out.
Local News
JD City Council considers vacancy, Kam Wah Chung developments
The John Day City Council has a substantial agenda for its meeting Aug. 12.
Oregon
PacifiCorp opens new wildfire intelligence center in Medford
PacifiCorp opened its new willdfire intelligence center in Medford to monitor the company's six-state area when it comes ...