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Grant County Youth Livestock Auction breaks records at nearly $660K generated - Elkhorn Media Group

JOHN DAY – Young Grant County agriculturists have earned more than ever before following the Grant County Youth Livestock Auction, August 16th at the Grant County Fairgrounds. This year saw both the greatest number of animals shown at the fair, and the highest amount generated (as a whole) for the young livestock showmen. A total of 196 animal exhibits went across the sale floor, beating last year’s number of 169. Even more impressive, $659,783 …John Day · John Day Read Article

Staffing challenges prompt closure of John Day DMV (8/18) - Elkhorn Media Group

JOHN DAY – (Press Release from Oregon DMV) The Oregon DMV John Day office at 193 N. Canyon Blvd. is closed today, Aug. 18, due to staffing challenges. Oregon DMV has employed roughly the same number of people for the last 25 years, even as the state’s population has grown by 800,000. Now with a hiring freeze, we often have to temporarily close an office if we don’t have enough people to staff it. Drop-in customers can expect longer wait times wi…John Day · John Day Read Article

Community Celebrates Success at KJDY/John Day Dairy Queen Kid’s Day Parade – Record Turnout and Sweet Celebrations! - Elkhorn Media Group

JOHN DAY – There was a great turnout for the KJDY/John Day Dairy Queen Kid’s Day Parade. 22 kids ages 6th grade and younger participated. Division winners earned a DQ ice cream cake and every participant received a coupon good toward a free ice cream cone at John Day Dairy Queen. Pictured is “Costumed Individual” winner Icey Carpenter of John Day. Thank you to the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, Grant County Sheriff’s Office, the City of John Day…John Day · John Day Read Article

Malheur National Forest reduces Falls Fire Area Closure - Elkhorn Media Group

JOHN DAY & HINES, OR – (Press Release from the Malheur National Forest) Malheur National Forest officials have reduced the closure on the Falls Fire Area. This closure is necessary to provide protection for forest users resources during the post fire recovery and hazard tree mitigation efforts. This Malheur Falls Post Fire Hazards Closure (06-04-02-25-14) is effective August 15, 2025, through December 31, 2025, unless rescinded sooner. This orde…John Day · John Day Read Article

Clint Black plays tonight (Fri.) in John Day - Elkhorn Media Group

JOHN DAY – Today is the day that country music icon Clint Black takes the stage in John Day at the 116th Grant County Fair. Clint was on an episode of KJDY’s Coffee Time recently, talking about country music and life on the road. During the visit, Clint gave a nod to a few traditional country artists who influenced him early on: “You know, I think it’s the obvious stuff—I remember when George Strait broke out, and then Ricky Skaggs was tearin’ i…John Day · John Day Read Article

Livestock exhibitors showcase their projects at 116th Grant County Fair - Elkhorn Media Group

JOHN DAY – Today (Thursday) is the Grant County Fair’s salute to veterans and first responders, who get in the gates free for the day. Grant County Fair Board Chair Donna Palmer was recently on KJDY’s Coffee Time and noted that today is also a big day for the youth who are showing their animals: “It’s a great opportunity for the kids to come together to show how hard they’ve worked with their animals. They are all looking forward to showing—show…John Day · John Day Read Article

Grant School District 3 moves to online - Elkhorn Media Group

JOHN DAY – Grant School District #3 staff and students are gearing up for the start of another school year. The first day of class will be August 25th. GSD3 Elementary Principal Janine Attlesperger, along with GU Principal Shanna Northway, were on a recent episode of KJDY’s Coffee Time. Principal Northway said registration this year is open and completely online for returning students: “This year, we are really excited as a district. We’ve moved…John Day · John Day Read Article

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Jail time and $1,000 fine on Grant County driving charge - Elkhorn Media Group

Teenager tried as adult for Grant County wildlife crime - Elkhorn Media Group

Bomb squad disassembles homemade device in Prairie City - Elkhorn Media Group

Grant County Youth Livestock Auction breaks records at nearly $660K generated - Elkhorn Media Group

Staffing challenges prompt closure of John Day DMV (8/18) - Elkhorn Media Group

Community Celebrates Success at KJDY/John Day Dairy Queen Kid’s Day Parade – Record Turnout and Sweet Celebrations! - Elkhorn Media Group

Malheur National Forest reduces Falls Fire Area Closure - Elkhorn Media Group

Clint Black plays tonight (Fri.) in John Day - Elkhorn Media Group

Livestock exhibitors showcase their projects at 116th Grant County Fair - Elkhorn Media Group

Grant School District 3 moves to online - Elkhorn Media Group

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Jail time and $1,000 fine on Grant County driving charge - Elkhorn Media Group

Teenager tried as adult for Grant County wildlife crime - Elkhorn Media Group

Bomb squad disassembles homemade device in Prairie City - Elkhorn Media Group

Grant County Youth Livestock Auction breaks records at nearly $660K generated - Elkhorn Media Group

Staffing challenges prompt closure of John Day DMV (8/18) - Elkhorn Media Group

Community Celebrates Success at KJDY/John Day Dairy Queen Kid’s Day Parade – Record Turnout and Sweet Celebrations! - Elkhorn Media Group

Malheur National Forest reduces Falls Fire Area Closure - Elkhorn Media Group

Clint Black plays tonight (Fri.) in John Day - Elkhorn Media Group

Livestock exhibitors showcase their projects at 116th Grant County Fair - Elkhorn Media Group

Grant School District 3 moves to online - Elkhorn Media Group