New Cash Incentives for Homeowners to Add Solar Battery Storage announced
Homeowners can now receive incentives up to $3,000 for battery storage or up to $10,000 if they meet income guidelines for Energy Trust’s Solar Within Reach program. Learn more here about this latest incentive.
Don't Miss Out on the Harvest Party at Sunshine Mill Winery Sept 16!
The time has come! Tomorrow, Sunshine Mill Winery opens its doors for the highly anticipated "Harvesting Sunshine" festival, and it promises to be an autumn celebration like no other. If you've yet to make plans for your Saturday, we've got you covered.
Hunger Action Month: Businesses breaking out the barrels for Food Drive
September is Hunger Awareness Month and local businesses are collecting food for the Columbia Gorge Food Bank to help those who are experiencing food scarcity in our communities. Find out how to help here.
Goldendale's Art Festival to draw thousands; Vendor booths still available
The Festival intends to bring thousands to town who want to view or get involved with numerous art projects within the community, according to Teja Finch, business and events specialist for the Chamber. Artist booths are $45 and food booths are $75. Click here to learn more.
Beat the Hood River Bridge Toll Hike: Opt for the Mt. Adams Transportation Bus
As many seek to balance their commuting budgets, the increased tolls might inspire a closer look at public transit options. Taking the Mt. Adams Transportation bus across the Hood River Bridge can save commuters between .75¢ and $2.50 in toll per trip across the bridge.
Celebrate Autumn at Sunshine Mill Winery’s Harvest Party Sept 16!
As the summer sun starts to wane and the crisp scent of autumn fills the air, Sunshine Mill Winery, is all set to host their much-anticipated “Harvesting Sunshine” festival. This exciting event, promises a perfect blend of autumn themed fun, food, and festivities (including grape stomping) for folks of all ages.
STRAIGHT TALK FROM KPUD, part 8 in a series
We have had many people say they are hearing that their bills will go up as a result of the AMI meter installations. This is not correct. There will be no change to our rates or the amount you will be billed when these meters are installed. There may be impacts to your bill when we change rate design in a year or two, but that will be a separate public process we will carry out at that time.
STRAIGHT TALK FROM KPUD, part 7 in a series
Are AMI meters safe? The meters we are using, manufactured by Landis and Gyr, are UL tested and are certified to the 2735 standard for electric utility meters. At a distance of 3 feet in front of the meter, the emissions from the AMI meters were less than 0.2% of these standards for 900 MHz radio emissions.
New Weekend Shuttle Offers Connection to Hood River, White Salmon and Bingen Flavor, Fun, and Farmer's Markets
From pool dips to sips of wine: CAT’s new weekend shuttle offers a chance for fun-filled exploration of neighboring communities. But if you're planning to take advantage of this service, you'll need to act quickly – it ends September 6th!
STRAIGHT TALK FROM KPUD, part 6 in a series
Knowing when your electricity use is highest will let you assess what's going on within your home to drive the usage up. KPUD knowledge about your usage stops at the meter, so it is up to customers to identify what is driving usage, so they can schedule those activities to take advantage of lower power costs.
Rebound Physical Therapy taking patients in Hood River
The new office intends to keep its patients in the game - whether that is mountain biking in Post Canyon or dealing with some angry muscles after too much time behind a computer.
Family, furniture and hard work: The legacy of the Wilbur Murray family lives on at Murray's Furniture and Ashley in Hood River
Christine Brandt is now part of the third generation of Murrays to own and operate furniture stores in Hood River - Murrays Furniture, 981 Tucker Road and Ashley Furniture, 1105 Tucker Road. It all began quite humbly with her grandfather Wilbur Murray with an auction yard at the corner of Forden Road and Belmont Drive in 1961.
Beautiful Office Space Available at 12th and Dry Hollow
Location, Location, Location - Office space at 12th and Dry Hollow is now available on this well-trafficked corner in east The Dalles. This business location self-markets as it is a hub for local health care providers and a nearby grocery store. A business here will surely gain some notice.
Rare Gems: 2-bedroom Apartments for Rent in TD; The View - Priceless
Two apartments are available for rent off Cherry Heights Road in The Dalles. And they are far from typical. There are two, 2- bedroom apartments at more than 500 square feet. Both offer spectacular views of The Dalles looking east. Spectacular. Hang a hammock and take it all in. Catch a sunrise or the sparkle of the city at night.
STRAIGHT TALK FROM KPUD, part 5 in a series
News from our Sponsors
STRAIGHT TALK FROM KPUD: This week, a closer look at a key part of that plan, AMI. That stands for Advanced Metering Infrastructure.
STRAIGHT TALK WITH KPUD, part 4 in a series
News from our Sponsors - Jim Smith and Rodger Nichols discuss the plan on how to combat increasing power prices and some new technology that will assist.
STRAIGHT TALK FROM KPUD, part 3 of a series
CETA is one of the strictest energy acts in the nation, requiring all electric utilities in the state to eliminate power purchased from coal-fired generation by 2025.
Hey bidder, bidder: United Way reveals Auction items for TD Concert on Friday
United Way of the Columbia Gorge has recently announced some of the featured auction items at this year’s major fundraiser for Wasco and Sherman counties. It will be held at the Bargeway Pub & Catering in The Dalles on July 21. And the next auction item up for bid is?
STRAIGHT TALK FROM KPUD; Part 2 of a series
Today, we want to give you a bigger view of the changes happening in our electric industry and what we are doing about it.
STRAIGHT TALK FROM KPUD
By banning any new natural gas plants and closing coal plants, the State’s Clean Energy Transformation Act reduces supply at the same time as demand is rising. As a result, today’s wholesale power market prices are more than double what they were two years ago. This has increased our power cost by $2.5 million and it’s going to take about a 9% increase in our retail electric rates to cover it.
