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Nez Perce Tribal Executive Committee to Hold Governmental Meeting in Joseph, Oregon

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NPTEC to Hold Special Meeting on Traditional Homelands

LAPWAI – The Nez Perce Tribal Executive Committee (NPTEC) will hold a special meeting on June 24, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. on the Nez Perce Tribe’s Am’sáaxpa, Place of Boulders, property in Joseph, Oregon. The meeting is the result of…Read Article

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2024 Wallowa County Weed Warrior—Luke Royes—Carries on family legacy - Elkhorn Media Group

ENTERPRISE – (Release from Wallowa Resources) One might say that Luke Royes’ work is in his blood. He is the owner and operator of Work Horse Inc., which was initially founded by his father, Skip, in 1991. The outfit began with contracted trail building in Wallowa County but continued to grow to include other seasonal work like firefighting and backcountry weed abatement throughout Oregon and neighboring states. Royes spent summers home from co…Read Article

Celebrating Service Over Self: Wallowa County Honors Commissioner Susan Roberts - Elkhorn Media Group

WALLOWA COUNTY, OREGON — With heartfelt stories, laughter, and deep gratitude, community members gathered to honor Wallowa County Commissioner Susan Roberts at her retirement celebration this week. The event paid tribute to her decades of service and the quiet, steady leadership that has helped shape the county—and earned respect far beyond it. While others may speak of leaving a legacy, Roberts made it clear that was never her goal. “When peopl…Wallowa County · Wallowa County Read Article

Wallowa County Projects Awarded Over $1.1 Million in Main Street Revitalization Grants - Elkhorn Media Group

WALLOWA COUNTY – (Release from the Wallowa County Chamber of Commerce) The Wallowa County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that its Rural Regional Main Street program has secured $1,101,676 through the 2025 Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant to support 14 downtown revitalization projects across Enterprise, Joseph, and Wallowa. This funding marks a significant investment in historic preservation, economic growth, and community vit…Wallowa County · Wallowa County Read Article

Chief Joseph Days Rodeo Announces 2025 Ranch Rodeo Scholarship Recipients. Community invited to Celebrate Ranch Rodeo Weekend - Elkhorn Media Group

JOSEPH – (Release from Chief Joseph Days Rodeo) Chief Joseph Days Rodeo is pleased to announce the 2025 recipients of its Ranch Rodeo Scholarship Program. Each year, this program supports students from across the region as they pursue higher education or skilled trade careers—reflecting the values of hard work, community, and dedication that define rural Eastern Oregon. This year, four local students have been awarded scholarships thanks to fun…Joseph · Joseph Read Article

Constitution vs coordinates, how an Oregon hunter’s dream became a legal nightmare - Elkhorn Media Group

WALLOWA COUNTY – From the outside looking in, recreational hunting may seem like a relatively ...Hunting · Wallowa County Read Article

Enterprise Fire Department receives $15,000 grant from the Wildhorse Foundation - Elkhorn Media Group

ENTERPRISE – (Release from the City of Enterprise) The Enterprise Fire Department (City of Enterprise) will be able to purchase new handheld radios with a $15,000 grant from the Wildhorse Foundation. The City has received $15,000 from the Wildhorse Foundation to purchase new handheld radios for the Enterprise Fire Department. The Fire Department currently uses outdated handheld radios experiencing intermittent functionality. With the funding fro…Radio · Enterprise Read Article

Fire department excited to use state of the art Mobile Live Fire Training Unit

The Norfolk County Fire Department is stepping up its training game with a new state-of-the-art Mobile Live Fire Training Unit. Provided by the province, the unit simulates realistic fire scenarios in a safe, controlled environment. It features everything from kitchen fires to ladder rescues, and even includes ventilation and sprinkler props. Officials say the facility will improve hands-on training for both new recruits and seasoned firefighter…Norfolk County, Ontario · Norfolk County See the Story

Wallowa County Commissioner Roberts Ending Decades of Public Service this Summer - Elkhorn Media Group

WALLOWA COUNTY – (Release from Wallowa County) This summer, Wallowa County Commissioner Susan Roberts will end her long career in public service. “It has been my pleasure to serve this county for so many years. The people who live here make Wallowa County as special as the land that we love and care for.” Roberts began her life in politics as a member of the City of Enterprise’s budget committee. She later served on the city council and as Ent…Wallowa County · Wallowa County Read Article

Wallowa Memorial Hospital Announces Groundbreaking Ambulance Upgrade for Patient Safety - Elkhorn Media Group

ENTERPRISE – (Release from Wallowa Memorial Hospital) Wallowa Memorial Hospital is proud to announce a major advancement in emergency medical services for Wallowa County. In a first for the state of Oregon, our ambulance fleet is now equipped with cutting-edge technology that allows EMS personnel to accurately weigh patients during transport. This state-of-the-art system enables paramedics to determine a patient’s precise weight while enroute to…Enterprise, Oregon · Enterprise Read Article