Echo is a small city in Umatilla County, Oregon. The original Oregon Trail passed just south of Echo. When the Columbia Plateau Route opened in 1847, it passed through Echo and crossed the Umatilla River, eventually becoming part of the Oregon Trail. Echo is named for Echo Koontz, who was the daughter of early town promoters. Echo was platted in 1880, and incorporated in 1904.
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Platted in 1880, the city is named for Echo Koontz Miller, the daughter of J.H. Koontz. The official municipal web site features an overview and history of the city, information about its administrative offices and departments, facilities, and services.
http://www.echo-oregon.com/
The K-12th grade public school administrative district is headquartered in Echo, Oregon. Featured are announcements, contacts, and access to various forms, handbooks, and budget documents.
http://www.echo.k12.or.us/
The 3,600 acre, 1865 ranch is located in Echo, Oregon. Its history and an overview of the business are featured, including its grapes, photographs, and contact data.
http://www.echowestvineyard.com/
The third and fourth generation family farm in Echo, Oregon is highlighted, with a history of the business and review of its work in renewable energy and sustainability, including biosolids, biodiesel, reuse water, wind power, solar, precision farming, and its seed cleaning plant.
http://www.madisonfarms.com/
Owned and operated by the owners of Echo West Vineyard, where its grapes are grown, the winery in Echo, Oregon is highlighted, including its wines, wine shop, and membership programs. An online shopping area is included.
http://www.piercyfamilyvineyards.com/
