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Column: Cat care & the surmountable time cluster

Claws often come out when we all have to turn back time this weekend. It’s exceptionally difficult for our Nancy Turner who faces a feline uprising every fall. Perhaps their yowls, however, led her into this meditation and greater good.

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6th St and Hostetler Intersection Closure

Starting November 3rd, the intersection of Hostetler and W 6th St. will be Fully Closed for the installation of the underground storm line improvements. The closure will be in effect 24/7 with an estimated duration of 2.5 weeks.

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The Dalles Starlight Parade Returns with a “Toyland on Parade” Theme!

The holiday magic returns to downtown The Dalles on Friday, November 29th as the beloved Starlight Parade and Tree Lighting ceremony kick off the season with nostalgic joy. This year, the parade takes on the enchanting theme of “Toyland on Parade”, bringing cherished memories of childhood toys and holiday wonder to life.

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North Wasco County Education Foundation Awards Over $6,700 in Fall Classroom Mini-Grants

The North Wasco County Education Foundation (NWCEF) is proud to announce the recipients of its Fall 2024 Classroom Mini-Grants. This year, NWCEF is awarding over $6,700 in grants to support innovative projects that foster enriched educational experiences and community engagement for students across the North Wasco County School District.

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Drug Take Back Day set for Oct. 29 in Goldendale; unites prevention coalition

“About 165 kids -- or roughly four school busloads of children -- are seen in emergency rooms for medication-related treatment every day in the U.S.,” said Kate Carr, President and CEO of Safe Kids Worldwide on ashealth.org. “Every one of those trips was preventable. We can and must do better.”

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Halloween weekend events on tap Gorge-wide

Jim Drake has dug up a few more interesting events this weekend for Halloween. So put on your best Beetle Juice and target some dancing and libation to get your jack-o’-lantern lit.

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The Treats are Rolling Downtown TD

Sheila, Levi and Chris Blackburn took some cues from Mario this year as they prepared to set out in Downtown the Dalles for some Trick or Treating. Hundreds, maybe thousands, are gathering right now, 3:03 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 29 as the classic Halloween parade of characters are going door to door for some fun-size candy.