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🌱 How will Hermiston’s first roundabout change your Highway 395 commute?

Hermiston, Oregon Patch AM: a 4 min read

Morning Hermiston! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Hermiston’s first roundabout change your Highway 395 commute?
  • What six new vehicles will mean for Hermiston police patrols.
  • Your closest beach-style escape from Hermiston without driving to the coast

Also on today's calendar: Jeffrey East and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Hazy and very hot, with a high of 102 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Near-record temperatures, temps: high: 104, low: 62.
  • Saturday: Sunny and toasty conditions, with a high of 101 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. ODOT outlines need for, benefits of roundabout at Hermiston meeting (eastoregonian.com) — Hermiston drivers can expect a major change at Highway 395 and Punkin Center Road, where ODOT plans to replace the traffic signal with the city’s first roundabout in 2028. At a packed Hermiston City Hall open house, transportation officials detailed safety concerns, projected crash reductions, and warned of temporary Punkin Center closures during the $7.1 million project.
   

2. Hermiston council approves purchase of 6 new police cars (eastoregonian.com) — Hermiston’s police fleet is getting an upgrade after the city council unanimously approved buying five new Chevrolet Traverses and a Silverado 1500, financed over six years. The vehicles, already on a local dealer’s lot, will replace aging patrol units and shift some older cars to other city uses under the 2026-27 budget.
   

3. This Oregon Swimming Park Feels Like A Beach Getaway Without The Shore (myfamilytravels.com) — If you are in Hermiston and craving a beachy summer day, Sand Station Beach on the Columbia River is about 11 miles away and set up perfectly for swimming, sand play, and picnics. The Corps-managed recreation area offers eight acres of sandy shoreline, grills, and calm water ideal for families, with Hermiston serving as the best spot to stock up on food and supplies first.
   

4. Umatilla County man gets 20 years for Wildhorse robbery (hermistonherald.com) — Hermiston residents should know their local police department helped investigate a 2022 armed robbery and shooting at Wildhorse Resort and Casino that just resulted in a 20-year federal prison sentence. The Umatilla County man pleaded guilty to robbery, firearm, and attempted murder charges after shooting at a tribal officer and injuring a bystander. Multiple regional agencies, including Hermiston Police, assisted federal investigators.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday August 6
  • VB Open Gym
    Echo School Athletics, Main Gym
    5:00 pm
  • Open Gym (Basketball)
    Echo School Athletics, Practice Gym
    7:00 pm
    • Friday August 7
  • Soccer Conditioning
    Echo School Echo, OR 97826
    7:00 am
    • Monday August 10
  • Volleyball open gym
    Echo School Athletics, Main Gym
    5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Creating Daphne’s painting reminded me why I love what I do.
    Behind every commission is a story filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Thank you, Beverly, for trusting me to celebrate the… (Nextdoor Highland / NW 11th)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Hermiston. Apply here.
  • Allied Universal posted a job opening for Security Patrol Officer - Social Services Company in Hermiston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hermiston here.

Ok Hermiston! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Hermiston

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Hermiston

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.