Fatality Update: 77-year-old killed, Arlington Man injured while trying to change tire on I-84 in Gilliam County
An Ocean Shores man was killed, and an ODOT worker from Arlington was seriously injured after a vehicle struck a maintenance truck and the two men as they changed a flat tire on I-84.
Grasshopper Fire reaches 83,642 acres as the eastern flank advances to Hix, Elliott roads
The Grasshopper Fire surged to 83,642 acres Wednesday as wind-driven flames reached Hix and Elliott roads, prompting additional structural protection resources as firefighters battle the rapidly advancing eastern flank.
Motorist killed, ODOT worker critically injured in I-84 crash near Arlington
A motorist was killed and an Oregon Department of Transportation employee was critically injured Tuesday afternoon when a vehicle struck an ODOT maintenance vehicle and then hit both people along Interstate 84 west of Arlington, according to the Gilliam County Sheriff's Office.
Wildfire threat forces cancellation of Wasco County Fair as scheduled
The Wasco County Fair was canceled as scheduled Tuesday night as the Grasshopper Fire threatened the fairgrounds, forcing organizers to scramble for alternatives for youth exhibitors.
Dallesport Water District Sues City of The Dalles, Klickitat County over water rights at Regional Airport
The lawsuit aims to force the completion of “Well 7” at the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport — a source capable of supplying millions of gallons of water annually. Supporters say it could unlock long-delayed growth in Dallesport and surrounding areas.
Williams Mine Fire doubles over weekend to 10,000 plus acres
The Williams Mine Fire burning 3.5 miles northwest of Trout Lake, Wash., more than doubled in size over the weekend to an estimated 10,000-plus acre fire which is burning in thick forest in the Mt. Adam’s Ranger district. Firefighters may get an assist from the weather this week as cooler temperatures and higher humidity are predicted.
Shannon's Trivia Winner: Zeigler cracks secret behind local pyramids
This week’s trivia question was a 4-parter and it proved to be tougher than a tomb to crack as the local pyramids above originally came with messages on their chimneys that were bound in the secrets of history. While many quickly recognized the establishment as Spooky’s, only two cracked the entire code this week and sent their answers before the official deadline of Aug. 11 at 3:48 p.m
