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LOCAL WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019 HERMISTONHERALD.COM • A3 Hermiston celebrates Cinco de Mayo By JADE MCDOWELL NEWS EDITOR usic fi lled the fair- grounds all week- end long as Herm- iston hosted its annual Cinco de Mayo celebration. The event, which out- grew its previous homes at various city parks and down- town streets, took place at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center on Friday through Sunday. On Saturday, the slate of live performances kicked off at 5 p.m. Luz Lopez of Boardman, who was listen- ing with her friends from the bleachers, said she hoped people got up and started dancing soon. “I came here because of the music, and I wanted to dance,” she said. “It’s been a long time since I’ve danced.” She said she appreci- ated the local volunteers that come together each year to put on the event. Lopez said she was there because it seemed like a fun way to spend a Saturday night, but also because “it’s my culture.” While Americans some- times incorrectly assume that Cinco de Mayo is Mex- ico’s independence day, the holiday actually marks Mex- icans’ victory in a single battle against the French in 1862 at the Battle of Puebla. M Staff photo by Jade McDowell Cuarto Concepto performs at the Hermiston Cinco de Mayo celebration on Saturday night. In the United States, the day has evolved into an opportunity for Mexi- can-Americans to celebrate their heritage. Bands performing throughout the weekend ranged from local bands to international stars, such as Huichol Musical. Other performers included Paso Firme, Plebil- loz Style, Inizzio Norteño, Cuarto Concepto, Herencía con Estilo and more. There was also dancing by Baile Folklorico. Christian Contreras, a guitarist from the local group Herencía con Estilo, was spending time with friends Saturday while waiting to go on. He said he always enjoys the games, food and music at Hermiston’s Cinco de Mayo celebration. “We’re here to just chill and have fun,” he said. In addition to live music the weekend featured a car- nival, food vendors, beer garden and a pageant. Lili Juarez was crowned this year’s Miss Cinco de Mayo during the pageant on Sunday afternoon. Also competing for the title were Hermiston teens Nayeli Resendiz, Paloma Silva and Bresieda Sandoval. Juarez told the Hermis- ton Herald that winning the title of Miss Cinco de Mayo meant a lot to her because it was a way to show her pride in her heritage. She said she felt honored to represent her culture and her family, who have taught her the impor- tance of never giving up on her dreams. “As I grow older, I fall more and more in love with my culture and our beauti- ful traditions,” she said in an email. “I’m proud to be a part of such hard work- ing culture, who come here with nothing and work hard everyday for a better future for their families.” The Hermiston High School student enjoys cheer- leading and fi shing, and said she loves playing with makeup. After she graduates she plans to attend cosmetol- ogy school. East Oregonian newspaper welcomes new managing editor By CHRISTOPHER RUSH PUBLISHER The East Oregonian has hired a new editor who is no stranger to Northeast Oregon. Andrew Cutler, an Idaho native with experience at papers in Oregon, Idaho and South Dakota, started work for the East Oregonian on Monday, after spending 16 months as a manager of communications and pub- lic relations for Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative in Baker City. “We’re delighted to have someone of Andrew’s journalistic experi- ence and Northeast Ore- gon background lead our award-winning newsroom,” said Regional Publisher Chris Rush in making the announcement. “I’m certain Andrew will continue the tradition of excellent com- munity-focused journalism already established here at the EO.” The East Oregonian is the Hermiston Herald’s sis- ter paper. Both are owned by EO Media Group and share some of the same staff. Jade McDowell will continue to serve as news editor of the Hermiston Herald. Prior to going to work for the electric coopera- tive, Cutler spent fi ve years in La Grande as the editor of The Observer, with the last three including an addi- Cutler tional role as publisher of the publication. “I’m excited about com- ing to Pendleton and, spe- cifi cally, working at a paper like the East Oregonian and for a company like the East Oregonian Media Group,” Cutler said. “This paper has a long legacy of great journalism. Its reputation is unmatched by any paper in Eastern Oregon and is among the best in the state of Oregon. I’m in awe of trying to uphold that legacy but looking forward to the challenge.” Cutler’s newspaper career began in late 2000 at the Argus Observer City to begin work in category for General Excel- La Grande in Novem- lence, fi nishing behind the ber 2012. East Oregonian. Cutler-led publica- “I’m really happy about tions are the winners joining the East Orego- of numerous Oregon nian, instead of compet- Newspaper Publish- ing against it,” Cutler said. ers Association and “This paper has a great South Dakota News- staff of hardworking, tal- paper Association ented people who truly love awards. As manag- what they do and the prod- ing editor of the Cap- uct they put out. I’m excited ital Journal, Cutler to be part of that.” led the paper to the Cutler was born in 2008 SDNA Gen- Pocatello, Idaho, and raised eral Excellence award in Fruitland, Idaho. A 1990 for daily newspapers graduate of Fruitland High with circulation under School, he went on to earn 16,000. It was the fi rst an associates of arts degree time the Capital Jour- from Treasure Valley Com- nal had earned the munity College in 2000 and award in 126 years a bachelor of arts degree in Staff photo by E.J. Harris of existence. Cut- multidisciplinary studies ler also won general from Boise State University excellence awards as in 2016. in Ontario where he fi rst a member of staffs After high school, Cut- started as a senior sports- at the Argus Observer and ler joined the U.S. Army in writer before being pro- the Rapid City Journal. As 1991 and served as a com- moted to sports editor in editor of the La Grande bat medic in Germany, Fort early 2001. paper, he led the publica- Stewart, Georgia, and Hon- Following a stint as tion to a second-place fi n- duras before his discharge a Boise State University ish in ONPA’s Division C in 1995. beat writer at the Idaho Press-Tribune in Nampa, Awnings · Patio/Sun Shades Idaho, Cutler returned to the Argus Observer in 2004 Pergolas ·Patio Covers · Solar Shades and worked both as a sports Solar Screens & More! editor and as news editor. Cutler moved to South Hurry & Beat the Spring Rush! Ask about our Monthly Specials! 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