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BMW Stewart Kirby Reading May 26 7 PM

May 16, 2012 No Comments

Stewart Kirby will read from his new book Redwoodland at the La Grande Public Library Colleen Johnson Community Room, 2006 Fourth Street (on the north side of the building). This free event will begin at 7:00 PM on Saturday, May 26. Kirby’s first print book Redwoodland begins with the alien abduction of Sam Hain to ... Information

“Relationship-Based Sales” Featured at PubTalk

May 9, 2012 No Comments

What is the link between social relationships and sales? To find out the answer to this question and much more, come hear Donald Paul discuss relationship-based sales at the next local PubTalk on Wednesday, May 23, at 6:00 p.m. at Mt. Emily Ale House in La Grande. Donald Paul is a Northwest native, with roots ... Information, News

Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Call for Projects

May 7, 2012 No Comments

NEOEDD is updating the projects included in the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for Baker, Union and Wallowa counties.  The project list helps us understand the priority projects in the District and to identify projects that may be eligible for funding from federal funding sources. Projects must have a public benefit and be sponsored by a ... Information, News

La Grande FFA Banquet

April 26, 2012 No Comments

May 3rd 2012 at 7:00 pm LHS Commons La Grande FFA will be holding its annual banquet on May 3rd in the LHS commons.   FFA members will be celebrating their successes, activities, recognize members, and recognize community members for their support this past year.   There is no charge for this event that includes a full pit ... Information

TAX REFUND REMINDER: REVIEW FUNDS FIRST

April 13, 2012 No Comments

Spend or Save Wisely Lake Oswego, Ore. – April 13, 2012 – Consumers with newly acquired tax refund checks might notice numerous offers and incentives to spend cash right away; Better Business Bureau says to save funds for further review. According to the Internal Revenue Service, the average 2012 tax refund is roughly $3,000. BBB warns ... Information

Mother’s Day Brunch

April 6, 2012 No Comments

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH TRAIN OFFERS SPRING SCENERY ELGIN, OREGON__The Eagle Cap Excursion Train will begin the 2012 season with the popular Mother’s Day Brunch on May 13. This annual excursion provides a rare opportunity to enjoy the canyon scenery draped in spring greens. The trip departs from the Elgin boarding site at 10 a.m. for ... Information

Is Financial Literacy Low?

April 3, 2012 No Comments

  Lake Oswego, Ore. – April 3, 2012 – During Financial Literacy Month in April, Better Business Bureau reminds consumers to keep track of their credit, debt and sensitive financial documents. The National Foundation for Credit Counseling says that most Americans are not up-to-date on their credit standing. According to the NFCC’s 2011 Consumer Financial Literacy ... Information

Short Fiction Workshop with Ray Vukcevich

April 3, 2012 No Comments

A Phantom Drift fiction workshop, “Beyond Categories: Finding Your Place in Space and Time,” with acclaimed short story writer, Ray Vukcevich, will be held on April 28th from 2 – 5 p.m. at Arts East White House Gallery on the corner of Sixth and L in La Grande followed by a free public reading at ... Information

IDA funds available

March 13, 2012 No Comments

Matched Savings for Education Expenses and Business Assets Do you need money for college education or job training?  Do want to start a business or expand a business, but don’t have the money you need? The Individual Development Account is an excellent way to raise money to start or grow a business, or to pay ... Information

Shamrock Shuffle Run/Walk at Maridell Center March 17

March 12, 2012 No Comments

The Shamrock Shuffle is going to be held at the Maridell Center (1124 Washington) in La Grande on March 17th at 11am. There will be a 10K run/walk course, 5K run/walk course, and supervised run for children “around the block”. The event is a fund raiser for United Way of Eastern Oregon. There will be ... Information, News
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Big changes coming to downtown La Grande

From the Chamber… Starting with a sidewalk, alley, and furniture facelift in the “Big H” and including an environmental...

BMW Stewart Kirby Reading May 26 7 PM

Stewart Kirby will read from his new book Redwoodland at the La Grande Public Library Colleen Johnson Community Room,...

“Relationship-Based Sales” Featured at PubTalk

What is the link between social relationships and sales? To find out the answer to this question and much...

Newspapers Nearing Death

So true, so true… … from MICHAEL S. MALONE I can’t precisely place the moment when I stopped reading newspapers,...

Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Call for Projects

NEOEDD is updating the projects included in the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for Baker, Union and Wallowa counties.  The...

La Grande FFA Banquet

May 3rd 2012 at 7:00 pm LHS Commons La Grande FFA will be holding its annual banquet on May...

Ten Reasons to Shop Locally?

I have lived in La Grande for 17 years and currently help run four local businesses. I love La...

TAX REFUND REMINDER: REVIEW FUNDS FIRST

Spend or Save Wisely Lake Oswego, Ore. – April 13, 2012 – Consumers with newly acquired tax refund checks might...

Huckleberry Festival Invites Food and Craft Vendors

NORTH POWDER, OREGON:  The North Powder Huckleberry Festival committee is seeking craft and food vendors for their sixth annual...

Mother’s Day Brunch

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH TRAIN OFFERS SPRING SCENERY ELGIN, OREGON__The Eagle Cap Excursion Train will begin the 2012 season with...