LA GRANDE — A new look and name are in the works for the Hot Lake Springs Resort off Highway 203 near La Grande.
Grande Hot Lake RV Resort owner Mike Rysavy gained control of Hot Lake Springs in April from Lee Manuel. The RV facility is just down the road from the historic hotel.
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