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Power Sledders Assist Police in Suspect Capture

From rescues to grooming, to capturing suspects, the Columbia Gorge Power Sledders see a lot of action in a single season. The volunteer group, through grit and determination, have been operating for close to four decades. Equipped with a new Sno-Cat, there’s no stopping now.

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Starting the Conversation: A Comprehensive Approach to Navigating Teen Relationships

Youth need to feel comfortable with our expectations of their relationships. When we do this, we can serve as a shoulder to cry on, a voice they can relate to and maybe even an advocate for their relationships’ health. Read more to learn about how to open up the communication.

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Cars and Coffee

Shawn Wilkinson, 42, and Shane Wingfield, 31, had a little morning joe while showing off this 1978 Subaru Brat at Auction Sales Co. this morning, Monday, March 8. A local brought this vehicle in recently after realizing he did not have time to finish the project. It needs an engine.

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County delays Google Vote, takes questions 

Wasco County Commissioners delayed a vote on Wednesday, March 3, on a proposed agreement with Google that could bring two new data centers and some $126 million to the local community. County Administrative Officer Tyler said the agreement might be ready by March 17, but said he would not be surprised if it took longer. “Stay tuned on that aspect.”

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Friends of The White Salmon River make Statement on the SDS Lumber Company Sale

Friends of the White Salmon River raise serious concerns about the effect of the SDS Lumber Company sale on its employees, local businesses, and the forest. We know that the company has a responsibility to its shareholders; we hope and expect that responsibility can be met and still ensure the best possible outcome for the land, the community, the forest, and SDS.

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Springing into Action

The Dalles High School Varsity soccer team was in action against Riverside on Thursday afternoon at Wahtonka High School. The Score was 1-0 The Dalles at the time of this photo. Also, below, wildflowers are in bloom. The Mid-Columbia never disappoints.

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