Mushrooms Invading Your Lawn?They’re Fairy Rings
What Are Fairy Rings?
A pearly-looking necklace of mushrooms surrounds the trunk of my neighbor’s big leaf maple tree. His luxurious emerald-green lawn provides the perfect contrast for this phenomenon, known as a “fairy ring.” It’s prompted by cool, damp weather.
63-year-old felon arrested on drug & fire arm charges in West The Dalles
A narcotics investigation in The Dalles led to the arrest of a 63-year-old man on drug, weapons and child neglect charges. Officials said community tips helped advance the case, with more arrests likely.
Thoughts from the Tractor Seat: Oregon’s Fabric, Fraying at the Seams
The first day of fall arrived this past week. Out in the orchard, the mornings carry a chill, the sky deepens to that September blue, and the seasons shift once again. Farming teaches you that change is certain — the blossoms of spring give way to summer fruit, and autumn reminds us that nothing stays forever.
CCCNews Podcast: Gorge Farmer Collective Puts Food Power Back in Growers’ Hands
On the latest CCCNews Podcast, Executive Director and co-founder Kiara Kashubs described how the Gorge Farmer Collective started in March 2020, when farmers suddenly lost access to restaurants and markets. What began with five farms experimenting with an online marketplace has since expanded to more than 35 producers serving families, schools, food banks, and restaurants across Hood River, White Salmon, The Dalles, Mosier, and Lyle.
Pink gets personal tonight as downtown TD Fights Cancer with fun, food & entertainment
Downtown merchants are turning First Friday into a fight. They will be celebrating with deals, cocktails and fun with a serious cause — raising awareness and supporting neighbors battling cancer, a disease that’s touched them personally.
Judge denies dismissal in former Haven Director theft case; trial on track for Oct. 15
The decision moves along the case against the former Haven Director who faces trial for allegedly stealing over $96,000 from the shelter for domestic and sexual violence.
She is set to go to trial on Oct. 15.
CGCC receives donation from Google for hands-on training for new healthcare workers
Healthcare students at Columbia Gorge Community College will soon benefit from enhanced simulated learning opportunities designed to mirror real-world healthcare settings.
