Decades-Old Salmon Enhancement Program Faces Uncertain Future After BPA Exit

In a decision that has left wildlife officials and anglers reeling, the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) is ending its share of funding for the Select Area Fisheries Enhancement (SAFE) Program in the Lower Columbia River effective at the end of September. 


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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - July 7-13

Well, what do we have here? Another week of Music, Music and More Music! Whether you’re ready to try some New Funky music, a benefit show for The Gift of Time, or a High Energy Country Show, The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is the Place to Be! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!


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Powering Community Literacy: A Collaborative Partnership Builds 21 Little Free Libraries Across the Columbia Gorge

The Columbia Gorge STEM Hub, a program of the Columbia Gorge Education Service District, has completed the Little Free Library Project, a collaborative initiative designed to increase book access in underserved and rural areas while empowering local students with real-world engineering and trade skills.

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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - June 23-29

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is Working for the Weekend! Believe Us, Gigs are Happening All Week, but just wait until Friday - the Calendar is listing 9 shows - we had a hard time choosing what to put in here! Don’t worry, we know you’ll have a Great Time whatever you Do! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!


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Thoughts from the Tractor Seat: Columbia Gorge Cherry Growers Face Uncertain Economics Despite Strong Crop

Cherry harvest is humming across the Columbia Gorge, but growers say busy packing houses and premium retail prices mask a troubling reality: many farms still struggle to cover rising production costs.

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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - June 16-22

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide your official stop for something called The World Cup - but of course we’re talking about the World Cup of Gigs - we know The Gorge is the World Leader in Weekly Gigs. Get Ready to Score some Goals! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!


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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - June 9-15

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is back with an amazing array of local and regional shows this week! Classic Rock Zep Cover Band Zepparella is in town, a Fab Four tribute is in Cascade Locks, and we can even tell you about a Free Jazz Concert at what must be the most Unique Venue in The Dalles! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!


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Graduation week arrives across the Columbia Gorge

Hundreds of seniors across the Columbia Gorge will walk across commencement stages this week as schools in The Dalles, Hood River, White Salmon and Goldendale celebrate the Class of 2026 and prepare to close out the academic year for summer break.

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Stay Vigilant this Summer to Reduce Human-Caused Wildfires

Statewide fire restrictions remain in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout Oregon and Washington, and many local regions have additional restrictions in place.

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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - May 26 - June 1

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is putting you on High Alert for Music, Music and More Music! The Grand Dalles Music Festival is here, and Music Gigs are springing up faster than Gorge Wildflowers. Get Ready to Dance, Get Ready to Sing, and Get Out There!


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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - May 19-25

This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is bringing you all of the Best Gigs leading up to he Unofficial Start to Summer! We’re Celebrating Anniversaries, bringing you Regional Bluegrass Festivals, and all of the music to lead up to the gatherings planned on Memorial Day to honor those who died serving in the military. Get Out There!


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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - May 12-18

This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is bringing you Diversity - whether it’s the Community Celebrations of Maupin Daze or a chance to catch Authentic Irish Music - The Gorge is an Equal Opportunity List of Gigs you Need to Experience! Get Out There!


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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - April 28 - May 4

This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is The King of Cool. It’s All Coming Together with the Coolest Music, the Coolest Festivals, Stage Productions and Art Tours. Did we mention the Coolest Gaming Conventions? Get Your Sunglasses on and Get Out There!


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Martin Family Remains Identified

The Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the remains of Kenneth Martin, Barbara Martin, and Barbie Martin following DNA analysis by Othram, Inc. of remains located in the Columbia River within the wreckage of the Martin family car. The Hood River County Sheriff’s Office has concluded its investigation, having found no evidence of a crime.

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