John Day is a city in Grant County, Oregon, located about one mile north of Canyon City. Incorporated in 1901, the city was named for the nearby John Day River, which was itself named for a Virginian member of the 1811 Astore Expedition. The first homestead known to have been built in Grant County, which was then Wasco County, was 1862, and was within the limits of the current city of John Day. The first post office at what was then called John Day City was built in 1865.
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Published in John Day, Oregon, the newspaper covers the news, sports and community events of Grant County. The latest edition is available on its web site, along with classifieds, obituaries, opinion, and various multimedia resources. Subscription information and special sections are also featured.
http://www.bluemountaineagle.com/
The city's official web site introduces and provides context for the mayor and council, city staff, municipal utilities, and other departments of the city. A history and overview of the city is featured, along with a city map, election, budget and financial information, and a guide to the community.
http://www.cityofjohnday.com/
Located just a few blocks north of John Day, Oregon's downtown area, the fairgrounds hosts the Grant County Fair on the fourth weekend of each August. The fair, fair schedules, and a schedule of other events that may be held at the facilities, information about renting the facilities, and its associated RV Park are featured.
http://www.grantcountyfairgrounds.com/
The non-profit Eastern Oregon Renewable Energies presents the Solwest Fair, held on the last full weekend of each July in John Day, Oregon, and serving as an occasion for learning, networking and supporting all types of renewable energy. Featured is a calendar of events, photographs from previous events, archives and other articles.
http://www.solwest.org/
Strawberry Mountain Natural Beef
Based in John Day, Oregon, the company provides custom cut, dry-aged natural beef products to restaurants, distributors and retail customers. Product descriptions in box specials, along with testimonials and other resources are available on its site, along with contact information.
http://strawberrymountainnaturalbeef.com/
Up The Lazy River Bed & Breakfast
Situated on the banks of the John Day River in John Day, Oregon, the B&B offers cottage accommodations with the view of the river, pasture and hillside beyond. An overview of the 2-room cottage is offered, with the list of amenities and features, breakfast, and contact data.
http://www.upthelazyriver.net/
Winner's Choice Custom Bowstrings
Specializing in the manufacture and sale of bow and arrow hunting equipment and supplies, the company's products are described and highlighted in a video, along with technical information, and a list of dealers carrying the company's products. An online shopping area is included.
http://www.winnerschoicestrings.com/
