The Salvation Army is ready to serve wildfire evacuees and/or firefighters of The Rowena Fire in The Dalles as needed

A 29-year-old Yakima, Wash., man was arrested Wednesday, June 11, after attempting to flee a traffic stop on Interstate 84, prompting a brief pursuit and the discovery of half a pound of cocaine.

On one of the hottest days of the year, the compassionate team from Dog River Pet Supplies in Hood River, Oregon, made an extraordinary decision: they closed their store to give back to the community in a big way.

For the fifth year in a row, the North Wasco County Education Foundation recognized the outstanding educators and staff who make a lasting difference in our local schools through its annual Golden Apple Awards.

While cooler temps are helping to keep the Rowena Fire in check, heavy winds hamper efforts to bring the blaze under control. More than 450 personnel are on the fire that has burned multiple home and displaced local families.