Wallowa County Government

08/21/2026

Employment Opportunity... Wallowa County Parole and Probation Officer

Job Status Open - open and accepting applications Job Closing Date Mon, 09/21/2026 - 4:00 PM Job Reference Number 0811-26 Back to Job Openings Position Summary The Parole and Probation Officer position provides supervisory and investigative services to adult offenders placed under supervision by rel...

08/21/2026

Employment Opportunity... Maintenance Worker - II

Job Status Open - open and accepting applications Job Closing Date Mon, 09/21/2026 - 4:00 PM Job Reference Number 0820-26 Back to Job Openings Position Summary The Maintenance Worker - II position is the journey level maintenance classification within the Wallowa County Public Works - Road Departmen...

08/19/2026

"The temporary fire-related forest closure surrounding the Burnt Creek Fire in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest has been modified.
The closure remains in place to protect public safety and provide firefighters with the space they need to safely carry out suppression operations. Please respect all closure signs and do not enter closed areas." 👇

🚧 Forest Closure Order Modified - Burnt Creek Fire

The temporary fire-related forest closure surrounding the Burnt Creek Fire in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest has been modified.

The closure remains in place to protect public safety and provide firefighters with the space they need to safely carry out suppression operations. Please respect all closure signs and do not enter closed areas.

If you plan to recreate, camp, or travel in the area, check current forest closures and fire conditions before you leave.

Thank you for your continued cooperation and support as firefighters continue work on the Burnt Creek Fire.

For the most up to date forest closure information please visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/wallowa-whitman/alerts/burnt-creek-fire-area-closure

08/18/2026

08/17/2026

Wallowa County Board of Commissioner Meeting, August 19

The Wallowa County Board of Commissioners will be conducting their regular meeting on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Thornton Conference Room, first floor of the Wallowa County Courthouse, located at 101 S River St., Enterprise Oregon 97828. You will find the agenda attach...

08/13/2026

Please read the complete press release and additional information at https://www.co.wallowa.or.us/wildfire-information/page/oregon-businesses-encouraged-report-wildfire-and-smoke-impacts
Oregon Businesses Encouraged to Report Wildfire and Smoke Impacts

Oregon businesses experiencing physical damage or economic losses from wildfires or wildfire smoke are encouraged to complete the Oregon Business Self-Reporting Damage Survey.

Businesses should report impacts such as:

Physical property damage
Temporary closures
Reduced customer traffic
Canceled events or activities
Lost revenue
Other wildfire- or smoke-related disruptions

Businesses are encouraged to participate even if they did not sustain direct fire damage. Survey results will help state partners assess the scope of the 2026 wildfire season, guide recovery planning, identify potential resources, and determine whether affected areas may qualify for U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans.

Completing the survey is not an application for assistance, does not guarantee funding, and does not initiate an insurance claim. Businesses should continue working directly with their insurance providers regarding claims.

Every report helps Oregon document the broader economic impact of wildfires and smoke and may strengthen the case for additional disaster assistance.

Please read the complete press release and additional information at https://www.co.wallowa.or.us/wildfire-information/page/oregon-businesses-encouraged-report-wildfire-and-smoke-impacts

08/13/2026

Forest Service News Release - Burned Area Emergency Response Team assessing fire severity on Salmon, Olive Butte, Burnt Creek, and Anthony Fires

08/13/2026

Planning Commission Meeting, August 25

08/10/2026

Board of Commissioners Work Session, August 12

The Board of Commissioners have scheduled a Work Session for this Wednesday, August 12, at 9AM in the Thornton Conference Room, first floor of the Wallowa County Courthouse, located at 101 S River St., Enterprise Oregon 97828. Topics will include but are not limited to: Commissioner Assignments WC L...

08/10/2026

UPDATE on Internet and Phone Outage in Wallowa County. We have been advised that service has been restored.