The vacant West Sixth Street property has new owners with a history of operating Chinese restaurants, but their plans for The Dalles site remain unconfirmed.

Out here in Eastern Oregon, we understand distance. We measure it in miles to the grocery store, hours to the nearest hospital, and sometimes days waiting for something to arrive in the mailbox.

The proposal would allow Matthew Klebes to approve cumulative change orders of up to 20% on qualifying construction contracts - hundreds of thousands of dollars in some cases - provided the increases remain within available budget authority.

A series of loud explosions and a fire that sent flames several feet into the air destroyed two recreational vehicles and a passenger vehicle early Saturday, Oct. 10, near Lyle Point, prompting a response from seven fire departments across Klickitat County.

The Dalles Public Library has a full schedule of activities Oct. 13-17, including a virtual author discussion, arts and crafts workshops, family storytimes, teen gaming and a special screening of Into the Woods at the Granada Theatre.

Recovery efforts following the massive Grasshopper Fire could cost nearly $50 million on federal land alone, according to a preliminary estimate discussed Wednesday by the Wasco County Board of Commissioners, prompting county leaders to seek federal assistance while warning that the financial consequences of major wildfires are becoming increasingly difficult to manage.

Do something beautiful: at Apple Core Farm, picking flowers is just the beginning. With a little guidance, plenty of blooms and room to play, visitors discover the joy of creating gorgeous bouquets they never thought possible.

Columbia Gorge Community College generated an estimated $65.2 million in added income for the Columbia Gorge region in fiscal year 2023–24, according to a new economic-impact study by Lightcast. That contribution is equivalent to 2 percent of the region’s gross regional product and supports 830 jobs — about one out of every 43 jobs in the region.

Eric Gleason and Jacqueline Cheung will discuss the history and archaeological evidence revealing the important role of The Dalles’ early Chinese community.

Sheriff’s Office says no foul play suspected; Medical Examiner investigating cause of death

White Salmon Council member David Lindley has completed more than 30 hours of training to earn a municipal leadership certificate from the Association of Washington Cities.

Authorities recovered the body of a Hood River man Tuesday ending a five-day search after his fishing kayak was found drifting on the Columbia River.

Braver Angels intend to bring rural and urban Oregonians together in Hood River and The Dalles to talk about political differences, listen to opposing views and find common ground.

White Salmon is measuring how and where it can increase housing density while rebuilding the water infrastructure needed to support that future.

P.E.O. Chapter EJ of The Dalles is supporting four local women as they pursue their education, build their careers and cement a foundation from which to give back to others.

Bassett says her business experience and focus on affordability, agriculture and responsible technology development offer a problem-solving approach to Oregon Senate District 26.

Wasco County commissioners will press for federal recovery money while asking the Forest Service to protect water systems and accelerate forest restoration.

Pacific Green Party candidate Josiah Dean said Oregon should overhaul economic development incentives that he argues disproportionately benefit large corporations, putting greater emphasis on small businesses as he challenges longtime Republican state Rep. Greg Smith in Oregon House District 57.

The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce will host its Candidate Open Forum tonight, Monday, October 5, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W. 9th Street in The Dalles. Doors open to the public at 5:30 p.m.

The Dalles Public Library has a full slate of programs Oct. 5-10, including several events connected to its Grimm’s Fairy Tales Community Read, along with crafts, gaming, family activities, employment assistance and a puzzle exchange.

A voter turnout effort planned for Oct. 17 in The Dalles is part of a broader No Kings: Vote Early campaign with events planned across Oregon and Washington and hundreds of communities nationwide.

What Are Fairy Rings?

A pearly-looking necklace of mushrooms surrounds the trunk of my neighbor’s big leaf maple tree. His luxurious emerald-green lawn provides the perfect contrast for this phenomenon, known as a “fairy ring.” It’s prompted by cool, damp weather.

Oregon State Police responded to two injury crashes along Interstate 84 on Oct. 1, including an overturned camper trailer near Arlington and a two-vehicle crash near Odell, according to OSP logs.

I recently did that with an old horse-drawn walking plow that has been around our family for as long as I can remember. Across its faded red wooden beam, you can still make out some of the gold lettering:

Oliver Chilled Plow Works — South Bend, Indiana.

The Dalles Art Center celebrates artist Mark Nilsson’s 50-year career this October alongside Halloween activities, poetry, family events and opportunities for local artists.

Columbia Cascade Housing Corporation has completed the purchase of Columbia View Apartments, a 12-unit affordable housing community in Cascade Locks, clearing the way for a substantial rehabilitation of the 51-year-old property.

Community members are invited to an Oct. 29 open house to learn about and share feedback on long-term plans for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport. The airport is planning improvements that could support local economic development and meet the region’s general aviation needs over the next 20 years and beyond.