Wasco County locks $15 million into endowment built on Google-era revenues
Wasco County commissioners unanimously approved a plan Wednesday to put $15 million into a long-term endowment, choosing to bank a portion of the county’s extraordinary Google-era revenues for the future rather than spend the money now on infrastructure and other community projects.
Public Notice for 6th St Paving on Sept. 29, 2025
Starting Monday September 29th paving will start on W 6th St with an estimated duration of 3-4 days. Paving will start on the corner of Hostetler against the newly placed curb and gutter and run the length of the project. Due to the application rate and temperature of the asphalt access to businesses will be affected for roughly 2-4 hours once the material is placed on W. 6th St.
Mid-Columbia Community Action Council Releases 2025-2030 Strategic Plan
Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC) announces the release of its comprehensive 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, outlining the organization's priorities for building a better future for community members across Hood River, Wasco, and Sherman counties over the next five years.
Man accused of Larch Creek Fire not likely to do much jail time
Some are furious over the $14-million Larch Creek Fire that put residents and their stock in peril and burned thousands of acres of property. Yet the man who allegedly caused the blaze is out of jail on bail and is not likely to do much jail time.
Cool News: TD Library gets $100k boost to keep locals comfortable
“Are you kidding me,” said Library Board Member Corliss Marsh this afternoon, Sept. 23. “Thanks for the news. It’s really old and has been needing replacement,” Marsh said of the HVAC system. “Any minute it could go out.”
Shannon's Trivia Winner: Ellis keeps her hand on rein for rodeo Puzzler
Our latest puzzler was much like a real rodeo. A lot of spectators and just a few riders. We had five people put their boots in the stirrups to ride this question for a shot at the winner’s circle.
Goldendale Art Festival brings vibrant colors, chainsaw and smiles
Immersive art and some pretty awesome displays helped The Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce celebrate the completion of the Art at the Heart of Goldendale public art installations today, Sept. 23.
Goldendale Celebrates Public Art with First Annual Art Festival on Saturday, Sept. 23
Art markets, interactive art experiences and demonstrations, dancing, bands, and a splatter tent experience are all on tap as Goldendale celebrates on Sept. 23 to a backdrop of public art that has been part of the revitalization and beautification project at the four corners of its downtown.
Vandals plug sewer; Mill Creek, Columbia still 'no water contact'
A ‘no water contact’ warning has been posted along Mill Creek and Columbia River after vandals plugged a sewer, causing it to overflow into Mill Creek near 9th Street in The Dalles on Sept. 23.
What’s this kid Thinking?
Calvin Evans is curious. And a recent question he posed to his peers at The Dalles High School brought out some startling revelations.
CGCC hosts local author reading and Q&A
Columbia Gorge Community College Library and Learning Commons is hosting a Community Read of bestselling author and CGCC instructor Tina Ontiveros' memoir rough house Thursday, Sept. 23 at 6 p.m.
