Two Vie for TD City Council seat as Timothy McGlothlin makes a push for Mayor
Morgan points to years of elected-board experience and collaboration, while Sheppard emphasizes his emergency-services background, affordability and a ground-level approach to representing residents.
20-year-old Goldendale man Life Flighted in I-84 head on collision near The Dalles
A 20-year-old Goldendale man was flown by LifeFlight to OHSU on Aug. 26 after a serious crash on Interstate 84 near The Dalles that blocked the highway for about 2½ hours.
$15 Million Endowment debate expected Wednesday as Wasco County Looks to invest Google Payments
Wasco County commissioners will weigh a long-term endowment Wednesday as residents question whether potentially tens of millions in data center revenue should be locked away for 15 years or partly invested in infrastructure now.
Grasshopper Fire Crews Gain Ground in Boulder Creek as Rain Enters Forecast
The Grasshopper Fire remains at 76% containment and 93,886 acres as crews make progress in the southwest corner and forecasters eye possible rain by Wednesday.
Two New Exhibits at Columbia Center for the Arts Reconsider the American West
Columbia Center for the Arts will open two exhibitions Friday, Sept. 4, that converge around identity, ecology, and the layered histories of the American West as well as the geological, cultural, and political story of the Columbia River. Both run through Oct. 30 and open with a First Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. at the center, located at 215 Cascade Ave.
Thoughts from the Tractor Seat: 111 Years Strong: Wasco County Fair Still Shines
Now that the Wasco County Fair has wrapped up for another year, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of pride in our community. By all accounts, it was a very successful event.
The Dalles Church Offers 40 Bags of School Supplies to Families in Need
Emmanuel Baptist Church will distribute free school supplies to families in need on Friday, Aug. 29.
Bingen Centennial Gameshow: A Sense of Place Pop-Up, September 14th
The Sense of Place program announces the Bingen Centennial Gameshow, an interactive event to celebrate a century of history, community spirit, and Bingen locals. Hosted by Sarah Fox of Sense of Place, the event swaps traditional festivities for a lively mix of storytelling, trivia, and friendly competition.
White Salmon to open Splash Pad on Sept. 3
“We’re so excited to finally have this project in place and ready for our families to start using!” said Mayor Marla Keethler. “The splash pad was a park improvement that was included in the city’s 2022 Park System Plan update and received broad community support."
Wasco County Fair 4-H results are epic: 116 Exhibitors had entries in 831 classes!
Hundreds of local youth stay grounded through 4-H activities throughout the year and all of their hard work recently paid off at the Wasco County Fair - check out all the results right here and be sure to give some congrat pats on the backs of your friends and neighbors.
Trucks and Rec
The pair said they were taking the week off from work and camping at Deschutes River State Recreation Area while checking the area out. “Nobody’s got that,” Cassa said looking at the recently built Mountain Bike Skills Park near Safeway in The Dalles.
TD Booster Club pumped for fall season; meeting on Aug. 28; opportunities abound
The board is seeking to elect new board members to step in for the following positions: Volunteer Coordinator, Membership Coordinator, and Project Coordinator. Click here to learn more.
