Founders Cup Golf Tournament Nets Record Support for CGCC Students
The Columbia Gorge Community College (CGCC) Foundation’s annual Founders Cup Golf Tournament was an outstanding success, drawing 120 golfers to Indian Creek Golf Course in Hood River on September 12 for the Foundation’s largest scholarship fundraiser of the year.
WAGAP Energy Assistance phone lines open November 3
Beginning Monday, November 3, at 8:00 a.m., Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) will begin taking calls to schedule appointments for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for low-income residents in Skamania and Klickitat counties who need assistance paying their heating bills.
Sorosis Park Playground Closure: New Installation on the Horizon
Work will begin soon to replace the existing Tree Top Playground at Sorosis Park in The Dalles. The last day for public access to the playground is Wednesday, September 25. On Thursday, September 26, temporary fencing will be installed around the perimeter of the playground site to promote safety and limit access to the site.
Want to make a difference? Teach a kid to read; Books for Kids to raise $15,000
Studies show that children who learn to read early have a much more likely chance of achieving greater success in their later education as well as in the workforce. Local nonprofit Books for Kids Columbia Gorge is on a mission to increase education equity by providing children in Hood River, Wasco, Klickitat, and Skamania Counties with books to keep as their own and is now embarking on a goal to raise $15,000.
Azure Farms Hosts Annual Harvest Festival in Dufur
Azure Farms held its annual Harvest Festival on Sunday, Sept. 22, bringing the community together for a day of rural traditions and celebrations.
Community Voting Zine celebrates individual experiences
Community members are invited to contribute to a Community Voting Zine, a unique project put together by Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) to capture the stories, reflections, and artwork of local individuals around the themes of voting, health equity, and civic engagement.
"Marred by dust, sweat and blood", TDHS x-runners strive valiantly in Stumptown
Pretty has its place. So does grit. And it showed up with the TDHS Cross Country team on Saturday, Sept. 24 in Portland. Labored steps, flush cheeks and draining the tank were common themes as local harriers posted some personal bests.
Jerri Walker DePriest Annual Dinner set for Sept. 24. in Dufur City Park
This year the event will take place at the beautiful Dufur City Park on Saturday, September 24th. In addition to excellent food and beverage offerings and amazing auction items, this year’s event will also feature a concert with our local favorite, The Jager Bumz!
