Baker County, Oregon Local News

Baker City Welcomes Community Christmas Tree Donated by Local Family

A 25 to 30 foot Douglas fir from Terry and Sophia Galyen’s Grove Street yard was cut and hauled to Court Plaza on November 20, 2025 to serve as Baker City’s community Christmas tree. The donation and the volunteer effort highlight local cooperation and help ensure the holiday display will be accessible and affordable for residents at the Twilight Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6.

Lisa Park

•2 min read•01:02 PM

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Approximately 16,668 residents

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Baker City, Oregon

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3,088 square miles in eastern Oregon

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