Two-county police chase ends with Gilliam County Officer making arrest near Arlington
A 20-mile high-speed chase on I-84 near Arlington Thursday night drew in multiple agencies after a driver fled an Oregon State Trooper and continued westbound across county lines.
Grant insecurity Makes End-of-Year Giving Essential for WAGAP
Every dollar counts. That is the message being shared as nonprofits like Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) prepare for what is traditionally a joyful period of the year.
Local banks kick off end-of-year giving for WAGAP
Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) was pleasantly surprised by $35,000 in early annual fundraising donations this month presented by two local banks, helping the Community Action Agency jump-start its end-of-year fundraising campaign.
College gives insight on how recently approved bond money will be used
With the bond measure approved by voters, CGCC is making plans to move forward with the projects approved in the college’s Facilities Master Plan. These investments provide needed safety, seismic, and technology infrastructure upgrades at The Dalles and Hood River campuses
Wasco County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Blanket/Coat Drive Underway
The Wasco County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) has launched its annual blanket/coat drive, with three convenient drop-off locations. It will continue collecting items through February.
Gorge Civil Air Patrol Leadership changes, celebrated in Hood River
Capt Mo Donahue Revier stepped down after leading the squadron since June 2020, and 1st Lt Katie Walker took command of the Gorge Composite. On Oct 3, C/Lt Col Isaac Walker, after over two years of leadership, passed command of the cadets to C/2nd Lt Zachary Luhan.
Hazmat to assess Grass Valley after Hemp Plant burns on Sunday, Nov. 20
Residents of Grass Valley are still unable to return to their homes this morning, Nov. 21, as possible chemical contamination from a Hemp processing plant fire is assessed.