The stories of Malheur County, OR
8 narrated audio stories from across Malheur County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
Owyhee Dam
How Water Remade the Owyhee Valley
A dam, a dry valley, and the long reach of irrigation.
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A County Carved Closer to Home
How distance and daily need helped create Malheur County in 1887.
Owyhee Dam
A Giant Brag in a Remote Canyon
How a remote Oregon dam became the world’s highest concrete arch dam.
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From Vale to Canton
How Dave Wilcox carried Vale onto football’s biggest stage.
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When the Border Became a Ballot Question
In Malheur County, a state line became local politics.
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How Malheur Got Its Name
A county line, an old river name, and a map marked by misfortune.
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Where Tinker Hatfield Learned to Move
An Oregon athlete’s path from Ontario High to Nike design legend.
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Where the Trail Slowed Down and a Town Took Hold
How a crossing on the Malheur became Vale, seat of county government.
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