Robin 10/31/25 Robin 10/31/25

Community Roots Wellness Hub opens in White Salmon, bringing support services under one roof

Community Roots Wellness Hub in White Salmon offers a collaborative space where community members can access mental-health therapy, trauma-informed care, youth support services and wrap-around wellness resources, all designed to meet families where they’re at.

Columbia Community Connection 10/31/25 Columbia Community Connection 10/31/25

MediaRites presents The -Ism Storytellers Project in The Dalles

Stories have the power to heal. Personal stories especially have the power to change lives. In an effort to find more common ground between artists and community members, MediaRites presents The -Ism Storytellers Project, an afternoon of personal stories from the heart, hosted and curated by Larry Toda, MediaRites’ Board Member, who has a family history in The Dalles. It will be held at The Dalles Civic Auditorium on Nov. 1 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Columbia Community Connection 10/31/25 Columbia Community Connection 10/31/25

One Community Health Hosts Health Insurance Coverage Events

One Community Health is hosting a series of free community events this fall to help people sign up for, renew, and change their health coverage for 2026.

Joshuah Albert 10/31/24 Joshuah Albert 10/31/24

Ghouls take over Downtown TD

Families decked out in costumes from cute to creepy took over downtown The Dalles this Halloween afternoon, marking a festive day filled with treats, costumes, and community spirit.

Tom Peterson 10/31/24 Tom Peterson 10/31/24

Haven vigil puts light on domestic violence; Magill, Herkshan awarded

Survivors of violence stay for a multitude of reasons, be they financial, religious, fear, and more. Survivors of violence are more likely to die after they leave the violent relationship and the perpetrator has lost all control/access to them. We must stop asking "Why didn't they just leave" and instead start asking the real question of "Why perpetrators of Domestic Abuse choose to abuse"? Because Domestic Violence is always a choice that is being made by the perpetrator.

Tom Peterson 10/31/24 Tom Peterson 10/31/24

Schwab boosts Riverhawk athletics with $100,000 toward Wahtonka Field upgrade

The original press box, known as the "Crow's Nest," was dismantled in 2022 due to structural and safety concerns stemming from years of wear and age. The new structure, set to be named the "Hawks Nest," will provide an updated and secure location for broadcasting, scoring, and event coordination, enhancing the experience of our Riverhawk athletes and fans.

Tom Peterson 10/31/24 Tom Peterson 10/31/24

Cattle rancher charged with manslaughter in head-on collision

A cattle rancher and former NFL Football player has been charged with manslaughter and being intoxicated when the pickup he was driving crossed the center lane and struck and killed 45-year-old Joshua Thompson, a father of five, in a head-on collision on Highway 197 on Aug. 21.

Tom Peterson 10/31/23 Tom Peterson 10/31/23

New High school vote in TD still pushing the poll

As the countdown to Election Day for the North Wasco County School District Bond continues, the community eagerly anticipates the final tally. One thing is unequivocally clear: North Wasco County residents are actively engaged in shaping their future, with voter participation consistently surpassing initial projections.

Tom Peterson 11/1/22 Tom Peterson 11/1/22

Low voter turnout thus far for Midterm election on Nov. 8

Wasco and Hood River counties are reporting low voter turnout for the Nov. 8 Midterm election thus far.

Jill Bell 10/31/22 Jill Bell 10/31/22

TDHS Runners peak at District; Both varsity teams going to state

On the back of the pullovers were quotes from the season, from the silly “are we running today?”, to the oft-repeated “chin down, eyes up!”, and encapsulated with one of the seniors’ reasons for improving: “I decided to be fast.” Last Wednesday, Oct. 26, the entire team followed that advice at the Tri-Valley District meet, racing their best season times, and earning multiple spots to the State meet.