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Happening soon: AAUW 24th Annual Kitchen Tour on the Pendleton Patch calendar

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

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In today's newsletter:

  • See why Pendleton is being billed as the "Real West."
  • What the latest airport report means for Pendleton flights and revenue.
  • Pendleton kids are getting new arts and music programs—here's what's coming.

Also on today's calendar: AAUW 24th Annual Kitchen Tour and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly cloudy and breezy, with a high of 76 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 73, low: 45.
  • Thursday: Beautiful with plenty of sun, with a high of 74 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. This Small PNW City Is Known As the 'Real West'—and It Has Cowboy Charm, a 100-year-old Rodeo, and Scenic Mountain Views (travelandleisure.com) — Pendleton's rodeo heritage, underground tours, and lively downtown are getting the spotlight as a must-visit "Real West" destination, from the Round-Up and Let 'Er Buck Room to local steakhouses and breweries. For residents, it's a handy snapshot of how visitors see your town—and a reminder of events, shops, and hangouts that keep Pendleton's calendar packed year-round.
   

2. Eastern Oregon Regional Airport highlights $1.8M revenue, UAS growth in annual update (elkhornmediagroup.com) — Pendleton residents get a detailed look at how Eastern Oregon Regional Airport is growing, from a record $1.8 million in revenue to thousands of drone range operations and new hires. City leaders also heard concerns about Boutique Air's Essential Air Service performance, plus updates on hangar expansion, PFAS mitigation, and youth aviation programs like Young Eagles.
   

3. Oregon Arts Commission awards $150,000 in learning grants to 15 organizations (ktvz.com) — Pendleton schools are getting a boost in arts education thanks to new $10,000 state grants. The Pendleton Arts Center will bring a four-month paper and book arts project to more than 250 kindergarteners, while the Oregon East Symphony will offer 45 hours of after-school strings instruction for local fourth and fifth graders, expanding creative opportunities for young students.
   

4. 2026 Fall Poker Round Up Returns To Wildhorse This November (cardplayer.com) — Pendleton poker players and fans can look forward to the 2026 Fall Poker Round Up at Wildhorse Resort & Casino, running Nov. 5-15 with 16 events and $30,000 in added prize money. With buy-ins starting at $115 for satellites and multiple game formats, locals can either take a shot at the main event or enjoy side tournaments close to home.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • CHI Mercy Health posted a job opening for CT Tech in Pendleton. Apply here.
  • Wildhorse Resort & Casino posted a job opening for Finance Payroll Specialist in Pendleton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pendleton here.

Ok Pendleton! 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: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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