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!
Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers Face Financial Ruin After Catastrophic Pear Season
Columbia Gorge pear growers say catastrophic returns on the 2025 crop are leaving many family farms on the brink of bankruptcy as they call for state and federal assistance.
After contentious townhouse vote, Hood River confronts a larger question: How will it house its future?
Less than a day after approving a controversial townhouse project, Hood River leaders argued that zoning changes alone won't solve the city's housing crisis.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - June 30 - July 6
The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is getting ready for the 4th of July in Style! There’s plenty of Music leading up to the Big Community Celebrations - And Beyond! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!
Katie Kadlub Announces Departure from HR Chamber
After more than five years as the leader of Visit Hood River, Chief Executive Officer Katie Kadlub has announced her intention to step down from tourism’s top post in Hood River County. Her departure includes her leadership roles at both Visit Hood River and the Hood River County Chamber of Commerce.
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!
Juneteenth Celebration Brings Music, Art, Food & Community to Jackson Park in HR
“It was awesome in a sense of community, but also having something like this in the Gorge is special, and I hope it begins to spread. The music was great. You can just feel the passion… — Kesomi Palaki.
High Fire Danger in forseeable future in Gorge; take no risks as humidity plummets
Low humidity, gusty winds and an approaching heat wave are elevating wildfire danger across the Gorge, where a single spark can quickly become a fast-moving blaze.
Black in the Gorge Invites all to Celebrate Freedom at Juneteenth Festival in Hood River
Celebrate freedom with live music, food, dancing and family activities as Black in the Gorge commemorates Juneteenth, honoring the end of slavery and America's continuing pursuit of liberty.
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!
Helping Hands Against Violence Expands Education Efforts While Offering Lifeline for Survivors
Helping Hands Against Violence is expanding education across the Gorge while providing shelter, advocacy and hope for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking.
The Dalles man sentenced to 12½ years in prison for the death of Hood River's Stephen Hayes
Johnathan Matthews admitted he dragged and ran over Stephen Hayes while fleeing a bike theft in a stolen pickup, receiving a 150-month prison sentence.
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!
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - June 1 -8
The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is Getting Ready for Summer - The Sunset Music Series is ramping up, Ruins Tuesdays is in full swing and the Outdoor Stage at Bargeway is heating up with June Shows! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!
Thunderstorms possible in Gorge; Hail if we know, but there’s a chance
The Dalles and Hood River could see thunderstorms, gusty winds and brief heavy rain Thursday, while the highest risk for stronger storms remains farther east in Oregon and Washington.
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!
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!
Search and Rescue Teams Are Now Better Equipped to Save Lives
The Crag Rats, PNWSAR, and Portland Mountain Rescue have formed Search and Rescue Advance Life Support (SAR ALS) teams. This skilled group of volunteer paramedics, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician associates, and doctors provides advanced medical care in remote locations where conventional services cannot easily reach.
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!
The History Museum presents Gorge Youth Speaks on May 13 at The Ruins
The History Museum of Hood River County is proud to present Gorge Youth Speaks, a new youth speaker series. The final event of the three-part series will be May 13 at The Ruins in downtown Hood River.