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With the bond measure approved by voters, CGCC is making plans to move forward with the projects approved in the college’s Facilities Master Plan. These investments provide needed safety, seismic, and technology infrastructure upgrades at The Dalles and Hood River campuses

Nov 20

Nov 20 Giggin' Guide's Bomb Cyclone of turbulent diversion; Bargeway's Asian Storm tonight

Jim Drake

Art, Columns, Entertainment, Home Page

A storm of entertainment is brewin’ in the Gorge and it’s hard not to get sucked up into this cyclone of gigs, art and music. Come on Storm Trackers! Take a ride in this most excellent guide starting with some Crazy Delicious Asian tonight, Nov. 20 at the Bargeway.

Nov 20

Nov 20 Wasco County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Blanket/Coat Drive Underway

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

The Wasco County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) has launched its annual blanket/coat drive, with three convenient drop-off locations. It will continue collecting items through February.

Nov 20

Nov 20 Tygh Valley Chiropractor suspected of sexually abusing minors arrested, released

Chiropractor Andrew Houck was arrested on Friday, Nov. 15, and lodged at NORCOR jail in The Dalles after it was alleged he treated a minor which violated his release agreement on underlying charges of two counts of first-degree sex abuse of middle school girls.

Nov 19

Nov 19 City approves 14 more homes for East TD; Ritchie Wallace's 4W Properties to build

Business, Home Page, The Dalles

Subdivision overlooking The Dalles Dam and just below the Oregon Veteran’s Home on Columbia View Drive will be constructed in two phases and will add 14 new homes to The Dalles housing stock. Approvals for site and development came from the City of The Dalles today, Nov. 19.

Nov 19

Nov 19 Oh Deer, Multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 84 caused by deer leads to injuries

Joshuah Albert

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

A crash involving multiple vehicles and injuries blocked traffic on Interstate 84 after a herd of deer crossed both lanes of the highway, according to Oregon State Police.

Nov 18

Nov 18 Storm Forecast: So Cyclone Bombastic, isn't it fantastic? Uh... no

Home Page, Weather

Should people in the Gorge be fearful? “No,” said Meteorologist Colby Goatley at The National Weather Service on Monday, Nov. 18. “But we do have winter weather advisories for the Oregon side of the Cascades and winter storm and blizzard warnings on the Washington side of the Cascades, and that makes for some pretty hazardous travel.”

Nov 15

Nov 15 Suppah to give Native Perspective during the Thanksgiving Season

Delson Suppah Sr will speak about the history of Thanksgiving as experienced by our local Native communities, the significance of Native American treaties, and the ongoing struggles faced by indigenous communities at the Balch Hotel on Nov. 29.

Nov 15

Nov 15 Bazaar UPDATE: Your Roundup of all things St. Nick & Nack Gorgewide

Jim Drake

Art, Business, Entertainment, Positive News, Home Page

The Holiday Bazaar Roundup is your source for the latest information on The Gorge’s schedule for Holiday Bazaars and other Holiday Activities such as food drives, parades and making decorations.

Nov 14

Nov 14 Bold Thefts: HVAC Systems go missing from two businesses in TD on Nov. 10 or 11th

Criminals take Heating and Air Conditioning units in plain sight, leaving building owners scrambling to restore their systems prior to the fall of winter.

Nov 14

Nov 14 Great Gobs of Gobbling Hooks: Free fishing, crabbing, clamming after Thanksgiving

After you get done chasing down your turkey, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is encouraging Oregonians and non-residents alike to grab a rod, clam gun or crab pot and get after the next catch.

Nov 14

Nov 14 Dr. Liz Lance to Lead Q-Life Regional Broadband Initiative

"Her energy, vision and commitment to our community will be invaluable as we work to expand affordable broadband access across Wasco County," added Tyler Stone, Wasco County Administrative Officer. Lance is also the Secretary for Dufur Volunteer Fire and Ambulance.

Nov 13

Nov 13 Circus of Entertainment starting with some Crazy Delicious Asian in TD

Jim Drake

Art, Columns, Entertainment, Home Page

The Dalles Civic welcomes the Masters Family Circus with The Dalles-only Ronelle and Alejandro Masters This Saturday and Sunday. The Bargeway kicks off the fun with Crazy Delicious Asian delicacies tonight, Nov. 13. You want variety - we have it all in this guide of all things art, music and entertainment gorge-wide.

Nov 12

Nov 12 Happy New Year: Sturgeon Season opens in TD and Bonneville Pools on Jan. 1

Sports, Home Page

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.

Nov 12

Nov 12 Beth & Joe sparking some magic to light up holidays for local nonprofits

TD couple looks to kindle holiday magic with a call out for volunteers for a backyard bonanza of holiday lights that will be open to all on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. “We’re calling on the community to bring their Yule log, Jesus, Krampus, whatever makes their holiday season bright and join the fun by volunteering or donating,” Beth said.

Nov 12

Nov 12 You Want More Pot, You got it: Pots on the Rocks is back in TD on Nov. 16

Art, Positive News

On Saturday, Nov. 16, between noon and 2 p.m. potters and ceramists will sell a wide variety of their functional and non-functional clay pieces beside the Columbia River in the Port of The Dalles. Learn more here.

Nov 12

Nov 12 Save the Date: Archeology Roadshow in The Dalles on Nov. 23

History, Home Page

A panel of experts in archaeology and geology will be on hand to identify the personal artifacts visitors bring. Stone, bone, plant and historical items are welcome. This family-friendly event introduces visitors of all ages to local heritage and the science and art of archaeology in a fun, engaging way, while instilling a sense of stewardship and respect for the past.

Nov 8

Nov 8 Historic Mitchell Point Tunnel Dedication Event Scheduled for November 16

Home Page, Hood River County

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, and project partners are dedicating the new Mitchell Point Tunnel as part of the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail on Saturday, Nov. 16.

Nov 8

Nov 8 New nonprofit news organization Uplift Local holds introductory events in Gorge