Border Board awards grant to executive director’s spouseThe husband of the Eastern Oregon Border Board’s executive director is receiving a $25,000 grant from the agency for his Ontario dental practice. The border board, created and funded by the state, awards grants and loans to help the Malheur County economy. The agency is run by Shawna Peterson, who works part time for the border board. The board includes Andrew Maeda, Dan Longoni, Nickie Shira, Cheri Hung, Taylor Rembowski, Montessa Young and Ron Haidle. According to her application, “The Border Region lacks a dedicated Pilates and strength-focused wellness studio, limiting access to high-quality fitness classes and strength training.