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