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Can Rural and Urban Oregonians Talk Politics Without Fighting?

Braver Angels intend to bring rural and urban Oregonians together in Hood River and The Dalles to talk about political differences, listen to opposing views and find common ground.

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White Salmon at a transition point as growth, infrastructure collide

White Salmon is measuring how and where it can increase housing density while rebuilding the water infrastructure needed to support that future.

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Over 200 Registrants line up for CASA’s Fall Family Run

Volunteer group providing voice for children in court notch a big win in race for kids.

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High Stakes for High Speed: Q-Life’s $10.4M Bid

QLife is pushing the boundaries of rural broadband by seeking $10.4 million in federal funding, a bid to transform Wasco County’s connectivity with fiberoptic infrastructure that leaders say rivals the impact of rural electrification.

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CCCNews Podcast: Brewer Blends Science, Artistry, and Community at HR’s Working Hands Fermentation

Kasey McCullough, brewmaster and co-owner of Working Hands Fermentation in Hood River, says his path from aspiring sports medicine doctor brewer has been shaped by science, flavor, and a commitment to community. In a recent CCCNews podcast, McCullough spoke with host Tom Peterson about his career, the evolution of the craft beer industry, and his vision for Working Hands’ future.

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E 13th Street Pavement Preservation Project - Monday, Oct. 13, through Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025

The City of The Dalles Public Works Department will work on a pavement preservation project on Monday, October 13, 2025, through Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the following location: E 13th St. between Washington St. and Federal St. – Full road closure during work hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Sheriff Songer Hosts Bickleton Town Hall Meeting Oct. 15

Sheriff Songer will hold another TOWN HALL MEETING on Tuesday, October 15th. At 7:00 p.m. the Bickleton Community Church located at 211 S Madison in the town of Bickleton, Washington.

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Post Canyon Parking Fees coming soon? HR County to consider ordinance Oct. 18

Annual or daily parking permits would be purchased for $30 or $5 respectively, valid at all county Fee Parking Zones between dawn and dusk. Fee Parking Zones would be added to properties in county forestlands near popular recreation areas including Post Flats, Seven Streams, Family Man, Binns Hill, Kingsley Reservoir and Pinemont.

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TD Nurses find locked door in negotiations with MCMC

Local nurses to rally on Thursday, Oct. 7 prior to mediated negotiations with Mid-Columbia Medical Center over staffing, scheduling and wages. A recent petition and letter pushed under the door of MCMC Executive Director Dennis Knox states “the administration of Mid-Columbia Medical Center is failing us, our patients and our entire community.”