Talking Rocks of Heppner, Oregon
By Julie Baker, Oregon State University Extension
Talking Rocks of Heppner, OregonJul 07, 2023
Livestock
Rock #7: In this episode, we talk about the history of Morrow County livestock and how it paved the way for local livestock growers today. Read to you by Grace Ogden.
Schools
Talking Rock #16- In this episode we discuss the history of Heppner's Schools and Irvin Rauch. Read to you by Chris Rauch.
Irish
Rock #2: This episode discusses the Irish settlers and the impact the Irish have had on Heppner and the surrounding communities. Read to you by Kelly Hale.
Willow Creek Dam
Rock # 13: This episode describes the history behind the Willow Creek Dam and its impact on Heppner and the surrounding area. Read to you by Dan Dunnett.
The Chinese
Rock #5: In this episode, we discuss the Chinese immigrants and their impact on the Heppner community. Read to you by Kim Cutsforth.
Flood Survivors and Heroes
Rock #4- In this episode, we discuss the 1903 flood and how the survivors rebuilt Heppner for a new future. Read to you by John Lindsay.
Pioneer Memorial Hospital
Rock #14- This episode discusses the history and beneficial impacts of Pioneer Memorial Hospital on Heppner and the surrounding communities. Read to by Carri Grieb.
Oregon Settlers
Rock #8- This episode talks about the 8th rock honoring all the Oregon Settlers who came to Morrow County and Heppner. Read to you by Beth Dickenson.
Rodeo
Rock #15- This episode describes the rich history of the Heppner Rodeo. Read to you by Meghan Golden.
Morrow County Courthouse
Rock #12- This episode discuses the 12th rock in honor of the Morrow County Courthouse, and the rich history surrounding it. Read to you by Cara Osmin.
The Railroad
Rock #8- In this episode we discuss the eighth rock which is donated in honor of the Railroad and the engineers who worked it. Read to you by Kay Proctor.
Swedish Settlers
Rock #6- We discuss the sixth rock in honor of the Swedish Settlers who made an impact on Morrow County. Read to you by Paige Miller.
Henry Heppner
Rock #3- We discuss the second rock which is donated in honor of Henry Heppner who was one of the key founders of Heppner Oregon. Read to you by Julie Baker.
Jackson Lee Morrow
Rock #1-We discuss the first rock in honor of Jackson Lee Morrow who was instrumental in the formation of Morrow County. Self guided tour of the Talking Rocks of Heppner Oregon. Read to you by Paul Lindsay.
The Talking Rocks Introduction
Join us for an introduction to the Talking Rocks of Heppner podcast.