Tom Peterson 4/21/25 Tom Peterson 4/21/25

Better, Better, Batch: Breshears to open concrete plant in Dallesport

But how do you go from pouring and finishing concrete to mixing and selling and delivering it to contractors, farmers and customers all over the Gorge? Simple. Opportunity. “Supply and demand,” Breshears said. “It’s hard to get concrete.”

Columbia Community Connection 1/15/21 Columbia Community Connection 1/15/21

Tax season open; get your money fast, but do it right

Brenda Derryberry, an enrolled agent with the IRS, is ready to roll up her sleeves and get your taxes filed so you can receive a fast and accurate return. Brenda and Bruce operate Books By Bren from their home in The Dalles and have been offering tax preparation and bookkeeping services with a personal touch since 2010.