As the school year starts to wind down, two local champions of early childhood education have partnered again to ensure the region's youngest learners are ready for their big debut.

Wasco County Commissioners to consider improving internet access for homes, schools, and businesses in underserved areas with the assistance of a $5 million loan.

Everyone can fish, clam, and crab for free in Oregon on Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8, 2025. No fishing/shellfish licenses or tags (including a Combined Angling Tag or Columbia River Basin Endorsement or Two-Rod Validation) are required on these days.

Police blocked access to Interstate 84 and Highway 30 West of The Dalles on Wednesday afternoon when a grass fire started blowing large plumes of smoke over the highway. Multiple firefighters and an air attack were brought in to douse the flames. The fire was burning as of the posting of this story at 2:55 p.m.