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After asking me if I knew anyone from a variety of states in the US he then asked if I had been on a Chinese gambling site. Then, what about Russia? The answer was no and no. He then informed me that in fact the Chinese Gambling Site had already tried to compromise my checking account, and when deflected, used my personal email to gain access to my checking account in the amount of $5,000.

Mar 8

Mar 8 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.

Mar 7

Mar 7 Library Hosts Two-Month-Long Celebration of "The Hobbit"

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Positive News

The Dalles-Wasco County Public Library is gearing up for an exciting month of activities centered around J.R.R. Tolkien's prequel to "The Lord of the Rings," "The Hobbit." From March 1st to April 29th, visitors of all ages can enjoy a variety of events that celebrate the beloved fantasy novel.

Mar 7

Mar 7 Dutch Bros Coffee Hosts Special Pop-Up for Puppers Event in The Dalles

Positive News, Business, Home Page

The Lewis and Clark Festival Park in The Dalles, OR was abuzz with excitement today as Dutch Bros Coffee, a businesses known for its fun-loving vibe, hosted a special pop-up for puppers event today from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.. The event, which also takes place on Thursday, March 9th, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., was aimed at giving back to the community and spreading some joy.

Mar 7

Mar 7 TA Express in Biggs burned to the ground; pumps survive; no one hurt

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By 8:30 a.m. there was nothing left of the building except for the metal skeleton structure that was erected just three years ago.

Mar 7

Mar 7 TA Express Truck Stop burning in Biggs Junction Tuesday morning, March 7

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The Sherman County Sheriff’s Office posted photos of the TA Express truck stop on fire in Biggs Junction around 6:30 a.m. this morning, March 7. The post asks drivers and onlookers to avoid the area so that firefighters and emergency responders can do their jobs safely.

Mar 7

Mar 7 Let’s Thrive!

Columns, Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

Donna Henderson, LCSW, psychotherapist, artist and writer based in Maupin, South Wasco County shares tips and affirmations to help you thrive vs survive in the post-covid landscape.

Mar 6

Mar 6 St. Pat’s at St. Pete’s 2023 will include song, dance and poetry

Environment, Home Page, Klickitat County

Entertainment, The Dalles, Home Page

The Dalles Cascade Singers and The-Almost-All-Irish-Almost-All-Brass-Band presents the annual St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser at St. Peter’s Landmark, Match 17th, at 7 p.m.

Mar 6

Mar 6 Cougar killings continue in Klickitat County. This time it’s a kitten

Dawn Stover

A recent call to the Klickitat County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in the death of a Cougar kitten. Some locals are upset by latest “removal” but the sheriff’s office policy of hunting cougars with dogs remains intact.

Mar 3

Mar 3 Senator Bonham to Host Listening Session on MCCAC Turnkey Project 2.0 Tonight March 3rd

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

Oregon Senator Daniel Bonham will host a listening session at the Last Stop Saloon in The Dalles, OR on Friday, March 3rd at 5:30 p.m.

Mar 3

Mar 3 Major commercial and housing development coming to Lone Pine in TD; Subdivision sells out

North Wasco County School District 21

Business, Home Page, The Dalles

Cascadia Development, which owns and operates multiple senior living facilities in Washington and has constructed senior housing developments in Portland, is set to close on a deal to buy the property on March 15, said Justin Younker, a partner in the business on Thursday, March 2.

Mar 3

Mar 3 TDHS Drama Department presents “Freaky Friday”

Entertainment, Home Page, The Dalles

The Dalles High School Drama Department under the direction of Lowry Browning presents Freaky Friday One-Act Edition based on the Disney Channel original movie.

Mar 3

Mar 3 A big heart leads man to community service

Washington Gorge Action Programs

Home Page, Positive News, Klickitat County

Pedro Garcia is a kind man with a big heart. His path in life has led him to become a Community Health Worker with Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP). It’s a role he had never envisioned, but he loves it.

Mar 3

Mar 3 FLASHBACK FRIDAY (1944) - P38 crash lands far afield in Ione; Pilot walks; Bill Rietmann cuts class; Juanita Rietmann gets fuel for iron

History, Home Page

P38 crash lands far afield. Pilot walks; Bill Rietmann cuts class; Juanita Rietmann gets fuel for iron

Mar 2

Mar 2 TDHS Student Receives EWU Athletic Scholarship

Home Page, Positive News, Wasco County, The Dalles, Sports, Education

Zoe Dunn, a senior at The Dalles High School, with aspirations in dentistry was signed by Eastern Washington University yesterday February 28th, 2023. Dunn’s coaches, parents, friends and teammates all attended the signing.

Mar 2

Mar 2 The Local Dish: Want to get warm on a cold day? Working Hands, man

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What a great way to stay toasted on a cold day. Exit 69 was as good a Cold IPA as I have had. I put it up there with Boneyard’s RPM. So good in fact, we bought the four-pack of 16-ouncers to share during the week. It was a short week. At 6.3 percent alcohol, it had a good kick and a lightness that led to a second pint.

Mar 1

Mar 1 Full Weekend Closures of The Dalles Bridge Are Over

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

After nearly two years of construction, the full weekend closures of The Dalles Bridge have finally come to an end.

Mar 1

Mar 1 Sheriff Songer looks to Gov. Candidate Loren Culp to fill Klickitat Jail Job