Thoughts from the Tractor Seat: When the Fair Had to Move, Two Counties Came Together
The Grasshopper Fire got me thinking about county fairs. Not necessarily about the rides, ribbons, or livestock shows, but about why county fairs matter in the first place.
Grasshopper Fire nears 87,000 acres as crews expand structure protection southeast
The Grasshopper Fire grew to 86,974 acres Friday as crews expanded structure protection southeast of the active Tygh Creek headwaters flank, with National Guard personnel helping prepare homes around Shadybrook.
Wasco County DA’s Office Joins Federal Program to Target Drug Crime Through New U.S. DOJ Partnership
The Wasco County District Attorney's Office announced a significant partnership with the United States Department of Justice (USDOJ) to enhance efforts in combating drug crime within the community. This collaboration will leverage the Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) program, a key initiative designed to strengthen federal and local law enforcement efforts.
White Salmon to Begin Delayed Water System Upgrades August 18; Project Aims to Improve Fire Flow and Reliability in North Main Area
Construction is set to begin the week of August 18 (delayed from the intended start day of July 28) on critical water infrastructure upgrades along Spring Street and North Main Avenue. This work marks the start of the North Main Booster Pump Station Project, a major investment in White Salmon’s water system designed to improve both everyday water service and emergency fire flow capacity for residents in the North Main/Simmons Road pressure zone.
Bargeway bringin' the Brothers tonight; Gorge Giggin' guide flung far & wide
Brothers Reed stitchmetal, reggae, rock, punk, country, and funk, into the root of their seamless folk-style tonight for Waterfront Wednesday at the Bargeway Pub, 6:30 p.m. And if you like that fusion, light the fuse on this entertainment bomb that ignites the Gorge every week.
Bargeway goes deep with lineup; Jeff Martin plays Wednesday; Gorge Giggin' Guide
Jeff Martin of Texas brings his Country/Folk and deep lyrics to the stage at Bargeway this week for Waterfront Wednesday, Sept. 11. His song Quiet Man might send a tingle or two down your spine. Plug in and turn it up with this week's epic journey into all things awesome in this Giggin' Guide.
Oregon Blues Legend Terry Robb to Shred Bargeway on Wednesday; Gorge Giggin' Guide
The Master of Stratocaster - Bargeway Pub welcomes Oregon Blues Legend Terry Robb for an electric performance on Waterfront Wednesday, Sept. 4. Plug in and turn it up with this week's epic journey into all things awesome in this Giggin' Guide.
Bargeway gettin' Moody for Waterfront Wednesday; Your Gorge Giggin' Guide
Brazilian-American Country-Folk singer-songwriter Eden Moody of Nashville stops in at the Bargeway Pub for Waterfront Wednesday, Aug. 28. This Gorge giggin' guide coming at you with the latest list of fest-ful fun and entertainment.
Firefighters Respond to Early Morning Blaze on Lincoln Street in TD
A fire broke out early Wednesday morning on Lincoln Street, prompting a swift response from local emergency services.
Whisky Creek & Sandstone Fire Daily Update Aug.
Today, on both the Whiskey Creek Fire and Sandstone Fire, crews will continue holding and securing line. On the Whisky Creek Fire, construction of indirect line around spot fires in the southeast corner of the fire is ongoing and mop up is happening to the northeast and southeast of the fire.
200 personnel added to Williams Mine Fire near Trout Lake, Wash.
471 personnel are now battling the blaze in heavy timber in the Mt. Adams Ranger district. A community meeting will be held tomorrow, Thursday, August 15, at 7:00 pm. at the Trout Lake Volunteer Fire Department, 2415 WA-141, Trout Lake, WA 98650. This meeting will be recorded and posted to the Williams Mine Fire Facebook for those unable to attend.
Waterfront Wednesday brings Sage at Bargeway tonight; Giggin' guide Gorge-wide
Modern folk artist Sage Christie is set to captivate with story songs at the Bargeway Pub’s Waterfront Wednesday. We’ve rolled up all the gigs, events, art, movies and even magicians in this tight entertainment guide.
Unsuspecting man picks up garbage to receive bat bite in TD
A local man thought he was just grabbing some garbage off his apartment door when that garbage started moving and bit him in the finger on Sunday, Aug. 13 at about 6 p.m.
