From the City of The Dalles, with edits from Joshuah Albert:
By Amie Ell
The Dalles, Ore., Nov. 13, 2026 — University of Oregon journalism students are inviting Wasco County residents to share their thoughts on local news, trusted information sources, and challenges finding community information during a public listening session Saturday, Nov. 21, in The Dalles.
The event will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at Brick City & Games, 409 E. Second St. Lunch will be provided.
The students are working with the City of The Dalles and community organizations across Wasco County to better understand how residents access local news, which sources they trust, and what information they struggle to find.
More than 450 people responded to a community survey, and students will present preliminary findings during the session.
The event will begin with lunch and a welcome at noon, followed by a presentation of survey results at 12:30 p.m. Small-group discussions led by students will begin at 1 p.m., giving participants an opportunity to share their experiences and ideas. Groups will present highlights from their conversations at 2:30 p.m.
Community feedback will help shape a public report containing recommendations for making reliable local information more accessible. Organizers said participants' comments will not be attributed to them by name without permission.
Advance registration is required by Thursday, Nov. 19, to allow organizers to plan for lunch and seating. Residents are welcome to bring neighbors, but each attendee must register separately.
Registration is available through Eventbrite.
Parking is available in the First Street lot between Washington and Federal streets.
For more information, contact Andrew DeVigal at agorajcenter@uoregon.edu.
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