Clyde Boddington of The Dalles received his 60-year pin at The Dalles Masonic Lodge on Wednesday, March 17, after serving with his brothers since 1959.

From Fair Planet Advisors: Turns out what’s good for the planet and society also makes for a good investment. Evidence that business strategy focused on material Environmental, Social and Governance issues is synonymous with high-quality management teams and improved returns. Learn more about it here.

With federal stimulus checks adding some Booyah! to bank accounts in the last two days - people are seeing $1,400 per person come rolling in.

CCCNews set out this morning, St. Patrick’s Day, to see what locals be doin’ with their pot O’ gold.

“Orchard View looks for premium flavor, size and harvest timing to create a seamless supply of top quality cherries,” commented David Ortega. “We are continually looking for innovative ways to enhance our consumers’ experience, which is why we are excited to participate in the Cherry Quality Summit.”

Steve Delaere of Grandview Builders in Hood River is requesting approval to partition one 12,480 SF parcel into three parcels of 4,260 SF, 3,600 SF, and 4,620 SF respectively for three townhouses on Old Dufur Road in The Dalles. Read more.

On Monday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. the Hood River City Council will hold a Zoom public hearing on a proposal to increase the number of dwellings allowed on a single city lot to as many as four dwellings or 12 cottages.

Lillie Wadsworth, 6, receives an embrace from her mom, Kim, out front of Colonel Wright Elementary this morning, Monday, March 15. Lillie was starting her first day of kindergarten in-person at the school.

The Dalles Bridge, a steel-truss-cantilever bridge on U.S. 197 constructed in 1953, will begin undergoing construction to repair the failing bridge deck in March.

Mt. Adams Buddhist Temple is hosting a four part zoom series exploring the basic teachings of the Buddha.

Looking for a way to serve your community? Wasco County is seeking candidates for the Wasco County Special District Election on May 18, 2021.

The growing awareness of the worldwide climate emergency was evident on the evening of March 3rd when the City Councils of White Salmon and Mosier passed nearly identical Climate Crisis Resolutions unanimously.

A vehicle fire at mile post 95 has occurred on March 11th at around 7:20 PM.

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.

The City of The Dalles Planning department recently sent a press release officially stating that The Grove Subdivision in East The Dalles on Richmond Street has been approved.

Jonathan and Shannon Zilka have put some new faces on the ancient walnut tree outside their home and business at 318 E. Fourth St., The Dalles, across from the Civic Auditorium.

Speakers are invited to submit proposals for lectures that foster a deeper connection to place.

The art installation features wood carvings from Jeff Stewart and glass pieces by Andy Nichols.

Christopher Allan Jaha, 54, was detained in Portland at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9, in connection with the Jan. 22nd assault and robbery of Donald Lewis, according to The Dalles Police Department. Read more here.

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.