Bridge traffic fell 17% in August and 8% in September. Delays and closures expected in November. Officials prepare for inspections, test piles and a push for $532 million in federal funding.
Bridge steel and coating maintenance on the Hood River–White Salmon Bridge has been rescheduled to begin Nov. 2. The repairs will help keep the existing bridge operational until the replacement bridge is completed.
An overturned semi-truck shut down Interstate 84 near Mosier early Tuesday morning, damaging dozens of highway barriers and guardrails. The driver was cited for a speed violation.
A judge kept the DUI diversion option open after Grant’s attorney failed to provide required paperwork at an Oct. 26 hearing.
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A new documentary shows how Braver Angels and other bridge-builders are working to overcome political divisions and find common ground. The Braver Angels Columbia Gorge Alliance hosts a Friday screening in Bingen, followed by community discussion.
Columbia Cascade Housing Corporation is offering home repair grants to eligible low-income homeowners in Klickitat and Skamania counties, with priority given to seniors, veterans and families with young children.
The City of The Dalles Public Works Department has canceled the remaining work for a pavement preservation project on E 13th St. between Washington St. and Union St. due to unfavorable forecasted weather conditions. Paving that was originally scheduled to take place the week of October 26, 2026, has been canceled.
Witches invaded downtown The Dalles for a magical weekend of masquerade costumes, dancing, decorated businesses and a broomstick performance that delighted spectators of all ages.
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Put on tank top.
Tie shoes.
Float like a blossom falling from a cherry tree and find your line in one of the funnest foot races in the Gorge.
Liam Kramer, 6, reaches speeds of 40 plus miles per hour during road course races featuring lots of turns, feathered braking and No-Lift (off the accelerator) corners. 50 Cubic Centimeters of engine can pack a lot of punch with the right driver. Learn all about it in this weeks CCCNew’s Podcast.
2025 is already shaping up as Northern Wasco Parks and Rec. is moving fast on the new Tree Top playground at Sorosis Park in The Dalles. The ribbon cutting is set for Jan. 18
Harvest guilelines for white sturgeon have been set at: Bonneville Pool: 675 sturgeon, The Dalles Pool: 275 sturgeon. John Day Pool: 105 sturgeon. Read here for the specifics on your favorite deep fishing hole on the mid-Columbia.
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The Tri-County Hazardous Waste & Recycling Program is holding hazardous waste collection events at Hood River Garbage and The Dalles Disposal on November 13th and 14th from 9 am- 2pm. These events are open to household and small businesses of Wasco, Hood River, and Sherman Counties.
A single real estate transaction can involve dozens of documents, multiple signatures and tight deadlines. These 10 PDF tools offer options for editing forms, collecting signatures and keeping paperwork organized, from solo agents to larger brokerages.
Death Notices & Obituaries
Jake attended Central Wyoming College, but ultimately realized his calling was to work the family farm.In 2010, he married his high school sweetheart, Carrie Turner. His love of cooking and barbecuing quickly transformed him into a renowned chef amongst his family and friends. When Jake was cooking, everyone showed up, and meals became a treasured time of bonding and reflection.
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The Columbia Gateway Urban Renewal Agency will discuss the future of Tony’s Lot, including ideas for markets, food vendors, entertainment and flexible community space near the Federal Street Plaza.
Legal Notices
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Nancy Mildred Catlin has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Kenneth Allen Catlin. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the Personal Representative, through her attorney, Christopher R. Greene, at P.O. Box 433, Lyle, WA 98635, within four (4) months after the date of publication of this Notice, or the claims may be barred.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Benjamin Damm has been appointed as the personalrepresentative of the estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required topresent them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative at 4321 PleasantRidge Road The Dalles, OR 97058, within four (4) months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred.
A public meeting of the North Central Public Health District will be held June 9, 2026, at 4 p.m. at 419 E. Seventh St., The Dalles, Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, as approved by the North Central Public Health District Budget Committee.
Stephanie Anne Barbieri, aka Stephanie Anne Mazzara, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Joseph Mazzara has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-referenced estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the attorney for the Personal Representative, Vincent J. Bernabei LLC, at 12275 SW 2nd Street, Beaverton, OR 97005, within four (4) months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred.
The City of Mosier, Oregon, is soliciting proposals from firms and individuals to provide land use planning services as contract City Planner. The RFP is due May 8, 2026.
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of North Central Public Health District will be held to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The meeting will be held at North Central Public Health District at 419 E 7th St, The Dalles, OR, on April 24, 2026 at 2:00pm.
Notice is hereby given that Denyc Nicole Boles has been appointed Personal Representative of the above estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the undersigned attorney for the Personal Representative at the address below within four (4) months after the date of first publication of this notice, or the claims may be barred.
All persons whose rights may be affected by the proceedings may obtain additional information from the court records, the Personal Representative, or the attorney for the Personal Representative.
Dated and first published: August 7, 2025.
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of the Mid-Columbia Center for Living to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. The meeting will be held at 1060 Webber St, The Dalles, OR Rm. 107 and via Microsoft Teams at: https://bit.ly/MCCFL-Budget. The meeting will take place June 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM. Read the entire legal notice here.
Notice is hereby given that Wasco County intends to sell the listed properties through public sale via sealed bid on Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 by 4:00 pm, 2025, pursuant to an Order of the Board of Commissioner's for Wasco County, Oregon made and entered on May 7, 2025. All property will be sold AS IS, without warranty as to title, value, zoning, suitability for any purpose, environmental condition, wetland designation, easements, or any other condition and will be conveyed by quitclaim deed.
Separate statements of qualification for aviation planning services for the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport (Airport) located at 45 Airport Way in Dallesport, WA 98617 will be received by City Clerk Amie Ell until 2:15 p.m. Pacific Prevailing Time, on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, via email only to: thedallesbids@ci.the-dalles.or.us. The Airport is requesting statements of qualifications from qualified firms to provide aviation planning services for the Airport.
Public Notice published March 10, 2025: Bradford Island National Priorities List Site Cascade Locks, Oregon Upland Operable Unit Engineering Evaluation and Cost Analysis Report Public Comment Period
In the Matter of the Estate of Epifanio Ruvalcaba Fernandez, Deceased. For the County of Hood River.
NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS.
Notice is hereby given that Luna Corin Fernandez has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative in care or her attorney, Julie L. Cline at the address listed below within four months after the date of first publication oft his notice, or the claims may be barred.
The Port of Skamania is now accepting requests for proposals (RFP) for the Beacon Rock Golf Course which is now available for lease. For more information visit PortofSkamania.org
Superior Court of Washington
County of Walla Walla Juvenile Court
Dependency of: SKYLER LEE KLUG, DOB: 01/05/2012
No: 23-7-00112-36
Notice and Summons by Publication
(Dependency) (SMPB)
To: Kayla Klug
The City of The Dalles invites you to submit a proposal for personal services connected with The Dalles Downtown Tree Project.
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The council postponed a construction spending decision until Nov. 9, heard about winter shelter plans and reviewed updates on children’s counseling and local news access. And Coming Soon: Google Information on data centers, water use, infrastructure and tax agreements to go live on city website