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Washington Gorge Action Programs

Business, Home Page, The Dalles

30 local nonprofit partners with United Way were invited to submit nominations for individuals in need of transportation. The final decision was made by a team from Underriner Ford & Nissan in The Dalles, which also volunteered time to ensure the car was in excellent, safe, and reliable condition.

Dec 20

Dec 20 The Dalles UAP Sighting: A Witness Speaks Out after ‘Insane’ Encounter

Robin

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

I saw a few (UAP) the other night over the orchards,” Bob recounted. “They looked to be over Three Mile and Steel Road, but in a split second, they seemed to have moved toward the BPA station off Highway 197. Three of them total….

Dec 19

Dec 19 Bargeway merry & bright with Victor Johnson tonight; Giggin' Guide, merry... very

Jim Drake

Art, Entertainment, Business, Home Page, The Dalles, Skamania County

Victor Johnson brings a great set list of holiday music to the Bargeway Pub tonight, Dec. 19, as the Gorge counts it down to Christmas. Find all your local merry-making in this Giggin’ Guide, chock full of film, art, music and joy.

Dec 18

Dec 18 WAGAP transitions in 2024, family focus in 2025

Reflecting on 2024 at Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP), I am filled with immense gratitude and pride for all the WAGAP team has accomplished this year. Our collective strength, commitment, and collaboration have ensured that our agency evolves to meet the ever-changing needs of our community, even in the face of challenges.

Dec 17

Dec 17 Driver Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash Near Cherry Heights Viewpoint

Columbia Gorge Community College

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

A driver was killed Saturday afternoon in a single-vehicle crash near Cherry Heights Viewpoint, according to the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office.

Dec 17

Dec 17 CGCC Secures $2 M Federal Grant for 3-D Metal Manufacturing Training Hub

Home Page, Business, Education, Environment

Columbia Gorge Community College was just selected to receive a $1.97 million Department of Energy grant to develop a dedicated additive manufacturing training space, curriculum, and manufacturer assistance program that will promote sustainable manufacturing and material efficiency to the area's small and medium-sized manufacturers

Dec 17

Dec 17 Police Respond to Break-In on West 16th Street

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

Authorities responded to a reported break-in involving armed suspects Monday morning on West 16th Street, prompting a perimeter search with K-9 units and drone assistance.

Dec 17

Dec 17 Santas Needed: It's go time for the Chenowith Elementary Giving Tree

Washington Gorge Action Programs

There are 100 students in need of various items this winter including jackets, gloves, socks, shoes, card games, board games, etc. There holiday wishes are in envelopes with ages on them located on the tree at the entry of Freebridge Brewing, 710 E. 2nd St., The Dalles. Hours: Wed. - Sat., 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. & Sun., 11- 8.

Dec 16

Dec 16 Tree of Joy reaches over 300 children

Donors responded to a call to help even more families this holiday season through the Tree of Joy program run by Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP), increasing the number of children reached by nearly 100 this year.

Dec 13

Dec 13 Listen up or lose your presents: CCCNew's Christmas Variety Show Podcast 2024

Tom Peterson

Entertainment, Home Page, The Dalles

Join CCCNew’s Robin Denning, Joshuah Albert & Tom Peterson as they welcome special guests Victor Johnson, Aaron Jalen the Mailman and Christmas Turkey cooking Tipster Colleen Worrell to the all new and all exciting CCCNew’s Christmas Variety Show.

Dec 13

Dec 13 Snowy with the chance of running into Steve Palmer

Tom Peterson

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Weather

Steve of Steve’s Towing said he still had some irrigation pipes to blow out with the compressor and he also said he was retired from the towing business, noting he missed his due date by eight years. I bet he does not miss the calls on icy cold nights like were about to have. The National Weather Service is forcasting Rain, possibly mixed with snow and freezing rain tonight.

Dec 12

Dec 12 Fatal Carson Fire leaves Mitchell family struggling; friends rally to support them

Tom Peterson

A Carson Washington family is attempting to put their lives back together after a devastating house fire on Tuesday Dec. 10 took the life of one family member and destroyed the home of a single mom raising a 16-year-old son.

Dec 12

Dec 12 Alleged DUII driver flees scene after hitting Honda on Highway 26 near Warm Springs

Home Page, Wasco County

A man who allegedly hit another car on Highway 26 in Wasco County, rolled his own pickup, and then fled the scene on foot was arrested late Wednesday.

Dec 11

Dec 11 Trout Lake Hall gets Indie with MAITA; Bargeway Walks through Fire in hot mess of gigs

Jim Drake

Art, Columns, Entertainment, Home Page

Santa is stuffing the chimney with some hot tickets as Trout Lake Hall, Everybody’s Brewing and Bargeway tear open some entertainment packages. Hop on this slay ride of entertainment as Saint Drake reins in a heard of art, music and comedy in this giggin’ guide.

Dec 11

Dec 11 Port of Hood River Apologizes for Electronic Toll Billing Discrepancy

"The Port apologizes for the inconvenience caused by this technical failure," said Kevin Greenwood, Port Executive Director. "P-square identified the problem and made corrections early Saturday morning."

Dec 10

Dec 10 MAI Supports Veterans, Youth and the Community Through Connections to Nature

This November, Mt. Adams Institute (MAI), a non-profit based in Trout Lake, WA, is inviting the community to “Invest in Connection and Conservation” with their end-of-year giving campaign. Donations will support MAI’a Vetswork, Land Stewards, and Sense of Place programs which work to strengthen Veterans, youth, and our communities' connection to nature.

Dec 10

Dec 10 White Salmon Emergency Water Outage Notice - Dec. 11, 2024

The emergency water outage will occur on December 11, 2024, starting at 8:00 AM, affecting the area from Forster Ln to Bald Mtn Corners, including HWY 141, Acorn Ln, Arnett Rd, The Knoll Rd, Brislawn Loop, Brislawn Rd, and Pucker Huddle Area.

Dec 10

Dec 10 38-year-old struck by semi on offramp in Hood River; third pedestrian fatality in two days

The Oregon State Police said they received a report around 5:11 p.m. of a person running eastbound on the westbound off-ramp of I-84. Shortly after, the pedestrian was struck between travel lanes by a yellow commercial vehicle pulling a tanker trailer.

Dec 9

Dec 9 Festival of Trees Brings Holiday Cheer, Supports Local Healthcare