Brewery, Restaurant & workshop to create “fermentation hub” on Tony’s site in downtown TD
The proposal submitted by Urban Patterns in partnership with Freebridge Brewing includes a restaurant, brewpub, brewery, small retail space, and workshops where people can learn about brewing beer and other fermented drinks.
Here’s $30,000 reasons to get your kid to read this
Northern Wasco County PUD (NWCPUD) has announced the launch of its 2025 Board of Directors' Scholarship Program, offering three $10,000 scholarships to support local students pursuing careers in the utility industry.
Cooking Up Success: TD Elementary students take judges to flavortown; McNeal puts some rock -n- roll in her Posole
Third through fifth-grade students from North Wasco County School District showcased their creativity and culinary talents at The Dalles Middle School in the Future Chef Competition on Wednesday, Feb. 19.
Seed to Supper Gardening Classes in Sherman County
Rising grocery prices stressing you out? Want to stretch your food budget by growing, eating and storing some food that you grew yourself? Interested in gardening and want to grow plants, be outside and get some physical activity, too? Need tips and budget-friendly ways to have a vegetable garden in the space that is available to you?
Public pressure pushes Providence into mediation; HR Nurses enter 41st day of strike
“When the employees are treated well and they feel like they're supported and cared for by their employer, that just rolls downhill and forward to the people that we care for,” said Davina Craig, a nurse at Providence Hood River Hospital. “We come back better and stronger to deliver the best possible care at the most local level.”
TD keeping a lid on it
The Dalles sewer treatment plant is in the process of getting some much needed maintenance at its biosolids digester which utilizes bacteria to break down all the goodies in sewage.
WAGAP offers interpreter training and resources
Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) has launched a comprehensive new initiative offering support and resources to strengthen communication, collaboration, and connections within the community.
CRITFC Chair Takala named to 40 Under 40 list, joined by CTUIR’s Schimmel
The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development has announced the 2025 Native American 40 Under 40 honorees, recognizing individuals who have demonstrated leadership, initiative, and dedication to their communities.
Bargeway Jacked up on Jeffs; Get crunked up on this Giggin’ Guide
Local Venues keep it rollin’ this February as spring looks to descend like a mountain lion from a tree to devour the musical heart of our fleeing winter. Get yourself to the table and and sink your teeth into our local art and music scene before it thaws like an ice dream of musical notes stacked like columnar basalt that fall and roll into a hill of un-hikeable scree….ch.
Civic Kids Presents Aladdin Jr. Opening March 1 at 7 p.m. at The Dalles Auditorium
The Dalles Civic Auditorium Children’s Theatre presents “Aladdin Jr.” March 1 & 8 at 7 p.m. and March 2 & 9 at 2 p.m. Aladdin JR. brings to life the beloved 1992 Disney film and the 2014 Broadway adaptation. It showcases over 30 talented students ages 8-13, from Oregon and Washington in an epic stage production that will surely leave spectators mesmerized.
Reckless Driving leads to rollover, kids put at extreme risk on I-84
Oregon State Police responded to two separate incidents on Interstate 84 in the past two days, both involving reckless driving that resulted in crashes and arrests.
Drones and Ranchers Unite: A Revolutionary Approach to Post-Wildfire Recovery
In the heart of Wasco County, a remarkable partnership between the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) and local ranchers is transforming the aftermath of devastating wildfires into an inspiring story of resilience, collaboration, and innovation. Together, they are spearheading a cutting-edge drone-based reseeding effort aimed at restoring critical habitats and enhancing the landscape for wildlife and agriculture alike.
Motel owner group purchases Columbia Cinemas for $1.73 million, open to ideas
Local motel owner and business partners purchase the cinema and accompanying 4.32 acres in West The Dalles and are looking for an entrepreneur with unique ideas to move the property forward.
TD History Forum goes to the Movies; Granada is focus on Feb. 22 at 12:30 p.m.
Co-owners Chuck and Debra Gomez have restored the art deco theater into a performing arts venue. A band appearing on the evening of Feb. 22 necessitated the earlier starting time for the history program.
HR President’s Day Protest Draws 150 as community speaks out on fascism
On Presidents’ Day, as the country reflected on its leadership, around 150 people gathered in downtown Hood River to do more than reflect—they came to resist. Standing outside the water fountain on State Street, the crowd was loud but peaceful, determined yet welcoming, a powerful contrast to the unease that has settled into the national conversation.
Maintenance needed on Modern Marvel that moves the weight of the Great Pyramid of Giza almost twice annually; Salmon not so much
Annual closure of locks set for Lower Columbia River Dams in mid-March. Massive dams are modern marvel for commodity distribution via barges but also draw ire from Tribes and conservation groups frustrated by low Salmon and Steelhead returns.
Pursuit Ends with Arrest of Vancouver Man After Crash Near Moro
Yesterday, Feb. 14, a Blue Toyota Prius eluded the Oregon State Police in The Dalles. The vehicle fled east on I-84. At about 1530 hours, the Sherman County Sheriff’s Office located the vehicle in Biggs Junction.
Two Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-84 in Gilliam County
Oregon State Police were jammed on Thursday, Feb. 13 as snowy and icy conditions sent them on a run of 13 motor vehicle accidents including a double car fire and two wrecks where people had to be cut out of their vehicles.
POSTPONED UNTIL MARCH 1 - Why was this Jewish Merchant buried outside the fence in TD?
This gravestone above lies behind the Columbia Gorge Community College sign on the Scenic Drive curve at the college's entrance in The Dalles. It lies outside the upper boundary of Pioneer Cemetery.
But why?
CGCC’s Emilie Sanchez-Lopez was Honored with the Rising Star Award for Excellence in Student Support
Columbia Gorge Community College (CGCC) is proud to announce that Emilie Sanchez-Lopez, Equitable Funding Support Navigator, has been honored with the prestigious Rising Star Award at the 2025 Student Success and Retention Conference in Portland.