Troopers injured in Hwy 197 wreck now stable; crash remains under investigation, packs personal impact
A violent crash at Exit 87 left two Oregon State Police troopers seriously injured, shocking longtime colleagues and triggering a massive emergency response at one of The Dalles’ busiest intersections.
This Week at The Dalles Library: Feb. 17, 2026
The Dalles Public Library will host a mix of creative workshops, games, and family-friendly events with programs for children, teens, and adults throughout the week.
Inside MCCAC: New Series Responds to Misconceptions About Annex, Shelter and Housing Services
Mid-Columbia Community Action Council outlined its shelters, housing and utility programs while responding to misconceptions and explaining its role serving residents facing housing instability across the Gorge.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide Feb. 17-23
This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide gets into Mardi Gras, Singer-songwriters, Ski Club benefits and a Grateful Dead celebration! But that’s not all - it’s more music than you can shake a stick at - so get out there and Enjoy!
Brand Illusions in a well stocked grocery store: Canneries Close; Food Security Erodes
Between orchards and grocery aisles sit canneries, packing houses, cold storage facilities, and transportation networks. These are the invisible systems that keep shelves full. When one of them disappears, the system becomes thinner.
Breakfast for Dinner Feb. 17: Pancake Feed helps feed others plus YUM!
Local pancake gourmands can donate an amount of their choosing. That’s the butter that will help The Dalles put food on the table for others. Here’s how.
$15.2M broadband boost to connect 900 rural Wasco County homes, expand remote work, education access
A $15.2 million federal grant will fund more than 30 miles of fiber, delivering reliable high-speed internet to 924 rural homes and businesses in Northern Wasco County.
Passersby Discover Deceased Man Near I-84 Exit 82 in West The Dalles
Passersby discovered a 38-year-old man deceased near I-84 Exit 82 in west The Dalles on Wednesday. Toxicology results are pending.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide shoots that poison arrow, Feb. 11-16
Love is in the Air - Valentine’s starts Early! The Gorge Giggin’ Guide gets all lovey-dovey this week with Valentine options for everybody! There are so many great options, we’re Making Friday the 13th Good and Feb. 14 even better!
Cherry Fest moving to 4th Street; Art Center calls foul
Cherry Festival will relocate to Fourth Street this April due to construction, drawing objections from The Dalles Art Center over revenue, access and impact concerns as the Chamber defends the move as economically necessary for many downtown businesses.
Close Call: Trooper Spots Silver Alert Vehicle on I-84, Reunites Missing Tygh Valley Woman With Family
An Oregon State Police trooper assisting a tow truck on Interstate 84 recognized a silver alert vehicle, stopped the driver and safely reunited a 79-year-old Tygh Valley woman with family.
CGCC’s Robert Wells-Clark named Career & Tech. Ed professional of the year
The statewide award honors exceptional leadership and innovation in advancing career and technical education. Wells-Clark was selected for his contributions to program development, student success, and community partnerships throughout the Columbia Gorge region.
One hospitalized after Mill Creek Road fire in The Dalles
One person was hospitalized Friday night after a fire tore through a residential structure on Mill Creek Road in The Dalles. Fire officials said the cause remains under investigation.
Wheat Foundation awards scholarships to students in Wasco, Gilliam & Sherman counties
Learn here about locals who earned some cash for further education. Scholarship winners are selected on community involvement, scholastic performance, and an essay on the wheat industry.
Sen. Merkley warns of election threat at Parkdale town hall; CCCNews asks about fruit prices
Before a packed Gorge town hall, U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley warned democracy is under threat, drawing applause, criticism and urgent debate over ICE enforcement, surveillance, housing costs and the 2026 elections.
What’s Happening at The Dalles Library: Feb. 9, 2026
The Dalles Public Library will host a mix of creative workshops, games and family-friendly Valentine-themed events from Feb. 9 through Feb. 14, with programs for children, teens and adults throughout the week.
Photo Gallery: Take a visual ride on the Jantzen Beach Carousel restoration
About 50 local volunteers are helping bring the historic Jantzen Beach Carousel back to life at the National Neon Sign Museum. This photo gallery highlights the people and progress behind the restoration.
Parking lot closes as First Street upgrades begin in TD
A portion of the First Street parking lot north of Tony’s Lot and east of the Transportation Building has closed as work begins on the First Street Streetscaping Project.
Black Infinity House currently showing BIPOC art experience in Hood River
A month-long exhibition at Columbia Center for the Arts starting Feb. 6 celebrates Black and BIPOC creativity across mediums—while raising funds for the Black in the Gorge Scholarship Fund
Volunteers rally to save a classic carousel ride
Volunteers restoring the Jantzen Beach Carousel at the National Neon Sign Museum in The Dalles are transforming a hands-on restoration into a future tourism draw as the museum continues to add fascinating features.