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Hood River & Trails - that's like bread & butter; Celebrate Indian Creek Trail Extension on April 22

Hood River & Trails - that's like bread & butter; Celebrate Indian Creek Trail Extension on April 22

Columbia Community Connection
Environment, Hood River County, Positive News

Columbia Land Trust and Hood River Valley Parks and Rec. is set to hold a ribbon-cutting event on Earth Day, April 22, to celebrate a new half-mile section of the Indian Creek Trail in Hood River. Towards the southern end, there is a nice viewpoint overlooking the Hood River. The land the trail is on adjoins the 400-acre Powerdale Natural Area, which Columbia Land Trust stewards for fish and wildlife habitat, public recreation, and tribal fishing access.

Maupin: Meet Melissa Napoli; Connecting 'Compassion with Compliance'

Maupin: Meet Melissa Napoli; Connecting 'Compassion with Compliance'

Donna Henderson
Business, Environment, Home Page, Wasco County

The City of Maupin’s recent hire of Melissa Napoli as a community liaison was done in hopes to build relationships and increase the beauty of one of Oregon’s greatest outdoor gateways. Our Nancy Henderson recently sat down with Melissa to learn more about her and how she is offering olive branches while working to put a good face on the community that welcomes tens of thousands of visitors a summer.

Tornado to hit Bargeway in this weeks list of contenders; looks to be a knockout 1, 2, 3

Tornado to hit Bargeway in this weeks list of contenders; looks to be a knockout 1, 2, 3

Jim Drake
Art, Business, Columns, Education, Entertainment, Klickitat County, Environment, Home Page, Hood River County, The Dalles, Wasco County

The Encyclopedic Jim Drake has done it, yet, once again with so many options for music, entertainment, learning and growth that we kind of want to start tapping a high hat and kicking that bass drum. Check out all things fun and fantastic in this week’s edition of This Week in Gorge Entertainment.

CCCNews Plants 100 Trees in Oregon for International Forest Day

CCCNews Plants 100 Trees in Oregon for International Forest Day

Columbia Community Connection
Positive News, The Dalles, Environment, Home Page

Happy International Forest Day from Columbia Community Connection News! We are proud to announce that we have planted 100 trees in celebration of International Forest Day this March 21st, 2023! The trees have been purchased through a donation to OneTreePlanted.org who will soon plant the trees in a deforested area of Oregon where they will play a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of the planet.

Eli Howard kicks off at Bargeway on Wed., March 15 in week of Irish-inspired fun

Eli Howard kicks off at Bargeway on Wed., March 15 in week of Irish-inspired fun

Tom Peterson
Art, Business, Columns, Education, Entertainment, Environment, Home Page, Hood River County, Klickitat County, The Dalles

Eli Howard hits the Bargeway on Wednesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. Howard was at The Dalles Art Center last May with his full ensemble, Eli Howard & the Greater Good. Good show! And there is much more on tap in this week’s edition of all things entertainment in the Gorge. St. Patrick’s day be bringing some fine acts and chances to swing your lover to and fro, even some kilts to keep your pint chasing comfortable.

The Dalles Art Center at risk of closing; hours and staff reduced

The Dalles Art Center at risk of closing; hours and staff reduced

Tom Peterson
Art, Business, Education, Entertainment, Environment, Home Page, The Dalles

On Monday, March 13, The Dalles Art Center sent out an email letting members know that if $3,500 cannot be raised by March 31, the Board plans on moving ahead with “the painful responsibility of closing The Dalles Art Center by April 15th. This is a public appeal to all residents and businesses to help us avoid such a devastating loss to the community.”

Drag shows, Bands, Author Talks, Comedians just a piece of this week's entertainment pie in the Gorge

Drag shows, Bands, Author Talks, Comedians just a piece of this week's entertainment pie in the Gorge

Jim Drake
Art, Business, Columns, Education, Entertainment, Environment, History, Home Page, Hood River County, Wasco County, The Dalles

The soup is boiling over in this edition of Gorge Entertainment. Drag shows, history, culture, literature, acrobatics, Irish music, bubbles, author talks, Rock-n-Roll, symphony, movies and plays are on tap. Jim Drake takes us on his most epic dive yet into all things entertaining in the Gorge. Just looking for something this weekend or tonight? Check out our events calendar. EZ Peasy.

March entertainment coming in like a lion; Get out there and roar!

March entertainment coming in like a lion; Get out there and roar!

Jim Drake
Art, Business, Columns, Education, Entertainment, Environment, Home Page, Hood River County, Klickitat County, The Dalles, Wasco County

Choice is huge this week as Jim Drake brings us the latest, greatest in entertainment happenings throughout the Gorge. Music, Literature, and Comedy, are springing up like wildflowers as we tilt closer to the sun. Check out this week’s most comprehensive listing here. There is something happening near you. Looking for a show tonight - check out our community calendar. It’s got it all.

Burning man seen near The Dalles

Burning man seen near The Dalles

Tom Peterson
Environment, Weather, Positive News

Victorino Rodriguez beat the cold this morning, Feb. 24, as he lit off a long line of cherry wood pruned from McClaskey Orchards next to Highway 197 just south of Auction Sales Company in The Dalles. The 39-year-old from The Dalles warms his back here in this photo. He originally hails from the state of Durango, Mexico, where average temperatures range in the 70s during the day and the 30s at night in February. Check here to see what the weekend weather looks like.

TD Council to hear about motel conversion to transitional housing tonight, Feb. 13

TD Council to hear about motel conversion to transitional housing tonight, Feb. 13

Tom Peterson
Business, Environment, Home Page, The Dalles

The Dalles City Council will hear more about the recent purchase of the Oregon Motor Motel and plans for it to be converted to transitional housing for houseless people living in The Dalles.  Mid-Columbia Community Action Council Exec. Director Kenny LaPoint will provide information on Project Turnkey 2.0 at their regular meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. tonight, Monday, Feb. 13. The meeting will be held at City Hall, 313 Court Street.

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