Hood River Celebrates Harvest Season With Back-to-Back Waterfront Festivals
Hood River welcomes the peak of harvest season with two signature waterfront celebrations on back-to-back October weekends. The second annual Hood River Orchard & Ale Festival and the 44th annual Hood River Valley Harvest Festival bring together the flavors, makers, and scenery that define fall in the Columbia River Gorge.
The Next Door Hosts Public Premiere of New Documentary about Community Health Workers in the Gorge
Since 1988, Community Health Workers (CHWs) have been showing up in the Mid-Columbia Gorge for their neighbors in orchards, exam rooms, at kitchen tables, community events, and wherever people needed a helping hand.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Sept. 1 - 7
This Week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is all about The Labor of Music - You’ve Worked Hard and Now We Get to Celebrate - Make Sure You Put The Guide to Work - So You Don’t Have to! Have Fun and Get Out There!
Nine Acres Donated to Complete Indian Creek Trail Connection
Nine acres donated to the Indian Creek Trail will connect two trail sections, creating more than four miles of continuous pedestrian and bicycle access through Hood River.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Aug. 25 - 31
The Summer is Flying by and The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is Keeping Your Music Schedule in Top Gear with Festivals, a Barge-a-Palooza, Summer Nights in the Park, special performances and benefit shows - and more - Have Fun and Get Out There!
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Aug. 18 - 24
This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is all about The Music, The Music, and More Music! All of Your Favorite Venues are on the Ball with Gigs catering to Everyone! Have Fun and Get Out There!
Indian Creek Poetry Walk seeks poems for 2027 trail display
Organizers of the Indian Creek Poetry Walk are seeking submissions from Mid-Columbia Gorge poets for the 2027 installation along the popular 4.5-mile trail in Hood River.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Aug. 11 - 17
This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide highlights the Wasco County Fair, Families in the Park, an Eagles Cover Band, a Latino Festival and a lot more music to get you on the Dance Floor…….. it’s just Another Typical Week in the Gorge! Go Ahead and Get Out There!
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Aug. 4 Through Aug. 10, 2026
The Gorge Giggin’ Guide starts August with Rolling Stone Tribute Bands, a two-day Waterfront Festival, Jazzy House Concerts, Singing Cowboys and Flamenco Fusion! Any Questions? We didn’t think so…….. Go Ahead and Get Out There!
Portland Man Arrested after Allegedly Brandishing a Handgun on I-84 near Hood River
A 67-year-old Portland man was arrested after Oregon State Police say he allegedly brandished a handgun at another vehicle on Interstate 84 near Hood River. Troopers located the suspect's vehicle and recovered a handgun matching a witness's description.
Hood River City Council refers Housing & Safety Bonds for November Election
At their July 27 meeting, the Hood River City Council voted to refer two general obligation bond measures to voters for the November 3 general election. The decision follows several months of community engagement to refine the proposals and gauge public support for proposed investments in affordable housing and public safety.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - July 28 - Aug. 3
The Gorge Giggin’ Guide wraps up the last week in July and We’re Not Slowing Down! Get ready for Dancing, Open Mic and Jams, Stage Performances and Music from just about every Genre you can think of!
Get Out There!
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - July 21 - 27
No doubt about it - The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is in Fair and Festival Mode! Whether you’re at the County Fair, the Bluegrass Festival, or one of the special benefit shows coming up this week - You're Gonna Have A Good Time! Get Out There!
Hood River man disputes allegations he struck ODOT workers after driving through I-84 closure
A Hood River man arrested after driving through a closed Interstate 84 off-ramp says he never struck two ODOT workers, disputing a key allegation.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - July 14-20
Summer is Here and the Time is Right for Another Gorge Giggin’ Guide! An Allman Brothers Tribute? We’ve Got That! A Host of Touring Bands and Musicians! Yup, Right Here! Need your Favorite Local Shows? You’re in the Right Place! The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is the Place to Be! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!
Now Accepting Poems for the 2027 Indian Creek Poetry Walk
Blending natural beauty with creative contemplation, the Indian Creek Poetry Walk features nature-themed poems displayed along sections of the popular 4.5-mile path traversing Hood River, Oregon. The 2027 Poetry Walk will include 20 poems, on display April to September.
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!