Smoke from a long row of grills hung in the air Thursday evening as a surprisingly large crowd turned out for The Dalles Kiwanis Club’s 70th annual Steak Feed, continuing a community tradition that raises money for programs serving children throughout the Mid-Columbia.

Fall is an ideal time to plant trees and shrubs, perennials and bulbs. The weather is cool but the soil is still warm enough for root development. The colder weather in fall causes less stress on your new plants, allowing for the root systems to establish themselves in a comfortable environment before winter when they go dormant.

The Dalles Kiwanis celebrates 70 years of its annual Steak Feed on Sept. 10, raising money for local youth programs, scholarships and community service projects. Tickets on sale now.

The Dalles Beautification & Tree Committee Announces August 2026 Beautification Award Winner

The Dalles Kiwanis Club meets Thursdays at noon at Spooky’s Pizza in The Dalles. Visitors are welcome. September programs and functions include the annual steak feed at Sorosis Park on Sept. 10.

A community celebration for JoAn Henricks is planned Sunday, Aug. 23, as the longtime Dalles resident prepares to leave the area after a lifetime of music and community connections.

Win Horan brings her fiery Irish fiddle to The Dalles on Friday, joined by an all-star lineup for a lively night of traditional Irish music.

Viemeisters going for Gold: Couple mark 50th Anniversary on Friday, Aug. 7

When JoAn Henricks leaves The Dalles in the coming weeks to begin a new chapter near her son and daughter-in-law, she won’t be taking everything with her. One treasured possession will remain behind—not because she no longer loves it, but because she wants others to enjoy it for years to come.

Maria Theresa's portrait has appeared on more coins than any other person in history, and her famous silver thaler became one of the world's most trusted trade coins. She did not come by it easily,

As temperatures topped 100 degrees in The Dalles Wednesday, two sweat-soaked cyclists paused to rest before continuing a two-week bicycle adventure toward Yellowstone, proving some journeys are measured in experiences, not miles.

The City of The Dalles Beautification & Tree Committee is pleased to recognize Judy and Ray Smitke as recipients of the July Beautification Award for their outstanding garden at 2311 Radio Way.

The Dalles City Council recognized three Junior Hawks baseball teams Monday after the program completed a historic season by winning Oregon tournament championships at the 10 and under, 12U and 14U levels.

Once upon a time I would’ve freaked when I saw this creepy-looking winged creature in my backyard. It looked like an elongated ant, with wings. I thought it was flying ant or a termite and was sorting out how to kill it before my wood siding became its next meal. Fortunately, I didn’t. They’re one of the good guys.

Chalk one up for the good guys! Moe Dixon, Victor Johnson and friends put on a concert at Herbring House in The Dalles on July 12, bringing in $1,000 to help feed local students.

Blending natural beauty with creative contemplation, the Indian Creek Poetry Walk features nature-themed poems displayed along sections of the popular 4.5-mile path traversing Hood River, Oregon. The 2027 Poetry Walk will include 20 poems, on display April to September. 

Relive some of the best moments from last year's Hood River County Fair through this photo essay celebrating local 4-H youth — then make plans to cheer on this year's exhibitors July 22-25.

From aprictos to peaches and pears, Gorge orchards invite families to experience fresh-picked fruit while directly supporting local growers during a challenging agricultural season.

Aniche Cellars and Washington Gorge Action Programs invite the community to the 9th Annual Food For All fundraiser on Friday, August 14, at 4:30 p.m. at AniChe Cellars in Underwood. The evening will bring together food, wine, music, and art in support of the WAGAP Food Bank Network, which serves thousands of individuals and families across Klickitat and Skamania counties each year.

Think the $100 bill is big? Think again. The U.S. once printed a $100,000 bill — and hundreds of rare high-denomination notes may still be hiding in old trunks, forgotten safes and secret drawers, just waiting to be discovered.