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Power Eastern Oregon Podcast

Power Eastern Oregon Podcast

By: Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative
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The Power Eastern Oregon Podcast explores topics which affect small towns and rural communities in eastern Oregon and beyond. With the help of business and community partners, we will discuss the foundations of healthy communities, innovative new technologies, and challenges we all face. We’ll also explore the value of cooperatives and member-owned utilities and how Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative contributes to the health and growth of our service territory.All rights reserved. Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Strengthening Harney County Through Innovations in Health Care
    Apr 8 2026

    The team at Harney District Hospital focuses on innovation and teamwork to provide excellent patient care. The hospital recently installed new state-of-the-art MRI and integrated telestroke services, making a big impact on community health and resiliency. CEO Bob Gomes and Marketing and PR Director Samantha Yarbrough tell us all about the hospital's investment in its community and its impact on this podcast episode.

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    22 mins
  • Strengthening Rural Healthcare in Grant County, With Jena Knowles
    Mar 23 2026

    Jena Knowles, of Blue Mountain Hospital District, joined the podcast to discuss the programs, partnerships and innovations supporting rural healthcare in Grant County. From 3D mammogram machines to new telestroke services and workforce training, Jena shares how local collaboration helps keep quality care closer to home.

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    13 mins
  • APEX Elite Line Academy Powers Opportunity, With Doug Dalton
    Mar 9 2026

    OTEC Marketing Coordinator (Paige Witham) and Director of Member and Strategic Services (Lea Hoover) sit down with Doug Dalton, of Baker Technical Institute, to discuss the new APEX Elite Line Academy—a partnership between BTI and OTEC. They explore how this hands-on training program is preparing the next generation of lineworkers, while strengthening the region’s workforce and economy.

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    28 mins
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