‘Once In A lifetime’ Endowment gets more time for review; Commissioners set to pull trigger
If approved, Wasco County’s endowment could eventually generate millions of dollars annually for infrastructure, essential services and community investments — without raising taxes or spending the fund’s principal.
Rain Gives Grasshopper Fire Crews an Assist, but Brings New Hazards
Rain and cooler temperatures are helping tame the 93,972-acre Grasshopper Fire, but gusty winds, weakened trees and muddy roads could create new hazards for crews.
Back to School: Classes Begin Sept. 3 in The Dalles
All North Wasco County School District students return to classrooms Wednesday, Sept. 3, as the 2025–26 school year begins across The Dalles.
The 2025 Stevenson Mushroom Festival Returns September 26–27 with New Experiences, Local Flavor & Family-Friendly Fun
The much-anticipated Stevenson Mushroom Festival returns for its second year, promising a weekend of mushroom-themed adventure, culinary delights, and community celebration in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge.
Hustle for the Muscle - Fill the Boot running until 4 p.m. today downtown TD
Mid Columbia Fire and Rescue Capt. Eric Blumenthal offers up a boot to a driver who loves peace on Third Street, The Dalles near Clock Tower Ales. They are collecting money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) from drivers-by until 4 p.m. today, Friday, Sept. 2.
