Out here, dreams grow in garden plots and 4-H pens
Every year, the county fair reminds us where we come from. It’s where we learn to show up and take pride in what we raise, build, bake, or grow. It’s late nights in the barn and early mornings in the wash rack. It’s kids learning that blue ribbons are earned—but blue jeans are lived in.
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.
Wasco County and The Dalles Little League Team Up to Enhance Kramer Field for Youth Baseball
In a heartening display of community spirit, Wasco County staff and The Dalles Little League families joined together in an initiative aimed at enhancing the ballfields at Kramer Field. Over the last two weekends, volunteers and staff gathered at the fields with shovels, rakes, and determination, in preparation for the 2024 season.
Tri-County Hazardous Waste & Recycling Program to Hold Public Meeting on Dec. 13th
The Steering Committee of the Tri-County (Hood River, Sherman, and Wasco) Hazardous Waste & Recycling Program will hold a meeting on December 13th, from 9 AM to 11 AM. The meeting can also be accessed virtually upon request.