JAM NIGHTS AT THE ISON HOUSE
BAKER CITY — The Ison House Bed &
Brew, 1790 Washington Ave., is inviting mu-
sicians to two jam nights each week.
Wednesday is an acoustic jam, and Fri-
day is an “open” jam night. The Ison House
opens at 4 p.m. and co-owner Twila Lavery
says the jam “starts when you get here.”
For updates, visit the Facebook page or
www.theisonhouse.com.
EAGLE CAP EXTREME RETURNS TO
JOSEPH THIS WEEKEND
ENTERPRISE — After a year hiatus, the
Eagle Cap Extreme Sled Dog Races return
to the Wallowa Mountains. The race starts
at noon Thursday, Jan. 20.
The second leg of the 31-mile and 22-
mile junior races are scheduled for noon,
Friday, Jan. 21, but race offi cials suggest
checking in with Race Central as the start
times of the second stages may be ad-
justed.
The 100-mile racers are estimated to fi n-
ish Friday morning at Ferguson Ridge while
the 31-mile and 22-mile race stage fi nishes
can be viewed late Thursday and Friday
afternoons. The 200-mile racers will fi nish
13
QUICK TAKES
A BRIEF LOOK AT WHAT’S
HAPPENING IN EASTERN OREGON
JANUARY 19�26, 2022
their course at Ferguson Ridge Saturday,
between early morning and afternoon.
The awards banquet is also suspended
due to COVID-19 concerns, but the ceremo-
ny will be livestreamed from Wallowa County
Fairgrounds’ Cloverleaf Hall on Saturday, Jan.
22, at 6 p.m. For up-to-date race information
visit www.eaglecapextreme.com.
HURRICANE CREEK GRANGE
SPONSORS CHILI COOK-OFF JAN. 20
JOSEPH — A competitive chili cook-off is
being hosted by the Hurricane Creek Grange
to coincide with the conclusion of the 2022
Eagle Cap Extreme Sled Dog Race.
The cook-off is Saturday, Jan. 22, 9 a.m.-
3 p.m. at the grange, 92930 Airport Lane just
west of Joseph.
There is an entry fee of $10 each for the
contest, with a $50 cash fi rst prize and a sec-
ond prize of a basket fi lled by local vendors.
Those who come to enjoy the chili are
charged $5 for a bowl and some cornbread.
Dessert of pies also will be available. Whole
pies go for $15.
There also will be a local vendor market.
For information, call Barbara McCormack at
541-605-8233.
Wallowa County Chieftain, File
A young sled dog eagerly waits for his musher at the 2019 Eagle Cap Extreme. The 2022
race starts Jan. 20 with long-distance teams returning to Ferguson Ridge on Saturday.
Homeroom #36
is a great
place to
stay for the
Holidays
or
Ski Season
The mountains are calling...
Join the dedicated, family-
like team that cares for our
community while enjoying
the quiet lifestyle remote
living has to offer.
Located in beautiful Eastern
Oregon, the Blue Mountain
Hospital District serves our
rural Grant County region.
More Info at
www.ChurchillBaker.com
Currently Seeking
Custom frame shop dedicated to
great customer service, design, and
quality products.
Royal Artisan
102 Greenwood St., • La Grande, OR 97850 • www.bluesummitrealtygroup.com
1912 Main St.
Baker City, OR 97814
541.465.4547
katephill843@gmail.com
Family Nurse Practitioner - Family Clinic
Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospital & Long-Term Care Center
Registered Nurse - Family Clinic
Registered Nurse - Labor & Delivery/Med-Surg/ED RN
General Surgeon - Hospital Surgery Clinic
Radiology Technician - X-Ray, CT, MRI, Hospital Imaging
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care Center
Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Physical Therapist - Home Health
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Hospital Surgery Clinic
and more!
www.bluemountainhospital.org/careers