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Friends Zeke and Ronnie of Hood River were working their usual corner today, July 18, at 12th Street and Montello Avenue as temps climbed into the high 80s. The kids were running a brisk business, relying on the stop sign to halt cars so they could ask passengers if they might indulge in one of their Solo cups of lemon bliss for a buck.

Jul 17

Jul 17 Train Fire in Lyle

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Lyle, WA July 17, 2023– A Burlington Northern Santa Fe Train (BNSF) train experienced a fire in the generator compartment at the Lyle Cherry Orchard trailhead near Lyle, WA at around 6:40 p.m. on July 17.

Jul 17

Jul 17 Bear Creek Fire Ignites North of Carson, WA

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A wildfire, known as the Bear Creek Fire (PCC-167), broke out on the afternoon of July 16th, 2023, in Skamania County, Washington, North of Carson. The fire started at approximately 3:33 p.m. and quickly spread in the heavily forested area near Wind River Highway and Bear Creek Road. Officials estimate the fire's size to be around 5 acres, as reported by Air Attack.

Jul 17

Jul 17 The Dalles Police Officer Honored For Her Life Saving Actions Following Vicious Dog Attack

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The Dalles City Police Chief Tom Worthy, presented Officer Karrie Call with the department’s Life Saving Award at The Dalles City Council meeting on July 14th. The honor was bestowed upon Call for her swift and life saving actions following a vicious dog attack in April.

Jul 17
Jul 17 Still no answers on body found in Deschutes River near South Junction

The decomposition of the body is making it difficult to identify the individual, and there have been no reports to authorities of a missing person, Williams said, noting his office is working with authorities in Jefferson County and Warm Springs to find the individual’s identity.

Jul 17

Jul 17 Boulder Fire Update: 46% Containment

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The fire is currently 46% contained and crews are almost finished opening the 4860 Road for better access to the ridge that lies beyond the east side of the fire.

Jul 17

Jul 17 Traffic Notice: Full Pavement Reconstruction on Chenowith July 24th-27th

On Monday July 24, 2023, the City of The Dalles Public Works will begin full pavement reconstruction following installation of a sanitary sewer main on Chenowith St. between Cherry Heights Rd. and W. 6 th St.

Jul 16

Jul 16 Boulder Fire in Mt. Hood National Forest enters 9th day at 30% contained

Today, crews are pushing toward the fire’s center, creating cool and fuels-free ground 100 feet inside the perimeter. Firefighters are shredding vegetation on the forest floor to help stem the blaze.

Jul 16

Jul 16 Column: A mouse once asked me - Is it fate, Karma, or poor judgment?

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Here is a story about a decision I made, a commitment, that caused a death. I hadn’t planned on it, but it happened.

Jul 16

Jul 16 Sunday morning and the livin' is easy

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Camille Shepherd and Jon Snell of The Dalles find their little piece of heaven along the Colombia River this morning, July 16th, 2023. Forecasters are calling for another day in the high 90s. Might be a good day to find some shade, A/C, or an open-window car wash.

Jul 15

Jul 15 Column: Relief lies outside your front door

Donna Henderson

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Activity naturally helps to shift our attention away from the mind’s anxieties, connecting us instead with the body’s experience of the present moment, which is where we actually live, love, and connect with all that sustains us.

Jul 15

Jul 15 City Building Admin Team with addition of Spatz as Economic Development Officer

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City Manager, Matthew Klebes is pleased to announce Dan Spatz has joined the City of The Dalles team as the Economic Development Officer (EDO) starting July 17, 2023.

Jul 15

Jul 15 There's a bustle in the TD Hustle

Up and at ‘em - TD was buzzing this morning as locals find their Zen, grab their grub and find some cool spots and good deals on Saturday, July 15.

Jul 14

Jul 14 Gorge Commission Announces Event Line Up for Gorge Latino Conservation Week

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The Columbia River Gorge Commission and their community partners will host several events for Gorge Latino Conservation Week from Thursday, July 20th through Saturday, July 22nd.

Jul 14

Jul 14 Low Pressure Gas Line hit in White Salmon

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A low-pressure gas line was hit on Garfield Street in White Salmon on July 14, 2023. Emergency crews are on the scene and going house to house to give notice of evacuation to required properties.

Jul 14

Jul 14 Fire Round Up: Boulder still a smolder; Deschutes and The Devil die down

Fire managers say the Boulder Fire is now 10 percent contained and a revised estimate of the blaze shows it at 238 acres. The incident team is loaded with personnel and equipment to battle the blaze burning in downed timber in steep terrain. At the same time, firefighters are continuing to seek out hotspots and flare-ups on the Deschutes River and Devils Butte fires which charred thousands of acres.

Jul 13

Jul 13 Fire at Deschutes State Park

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The Dalles, OR, July 13, 2023— Sherman County Sheriff’s office posted on their facebook that Deschutes State Park is at a level 3 (Go Now) evacuation. More information will be shared as soon as possible.

Jul 13

Jul 13 Breaking News: Knight Road Fire Near Goldendale

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Goldendale, WA, July 13, 2023 - A rapidly spreading wildfire was reported at 3:15 p.m. today on Knight Road near Goldendale, prompting immediate evacuation orders and a swift response from firefighting agencies. The fire is estimated to be at 100 acres at this time.

Jul 13

Jul 13 2 Under 25: Young Up and Coming Artists to be Featured at The Dalles Art Center Aug 3