A view from the bus window: Tourism & Belonging on the American Empress Tour
Sarah Cook takes a fresh look at what we see and don’t see about our fair city of TD by taking a window seat on the American Empress tour bus. “This perspective, of course, is hard to access, requiring a strategic bonk on the head or else something oddly formal—a guided tour of your own city, for example—in order to shake something loose and remind you about your surroundings,” Cook said.
Western Pacific Timber to Immediately Close thousands of acres to Public
Western Pacific Timber (WPT) has immediately closed off lands to the public. This closure will affect hunters during the 2023 and future seasons. According to the company’s website, Western Pacific has some 59,000 acres of holdings in Klickitat County.
Historic Columbia River Highway Trail opens two miles near Viento Today, Sept. 9
“Two more miles,” she said emphatically, jeering the crowd in the push to complete the project that will connect the Historic Columbia River Highway Trail to Hood River and The Dalles.
Modern Schools exceptional - Does TD dare to dream this big?
Sam Barlow High School shows what could be possible in The Dalles if a $140-million bond is approved by voters this November.
Photo Gallery: Gilmore Fish SmokeHouse Busy with the Fall Salmon Run
The Columbia River Gorge is alive with activity as the fall salmon run (August-November) hits its stride. Today Gilmore Fish Smokehouse had purchased approximately 30,000 lbs of Coho, Sockeye, and Chinook from Native American fishermen.
“I Walk With My Head A Little Higher”: The Annex Brings Hope, Better Living Conditions
In this interview, Joe Davies, an employed Air Force veteran and former software engineer from Montana opens up about his experience with Mid-Columbia Community Action Council and how his move from the pallet shelters on Bargeway Road into The Annex has impacted him for the better.
La Pine man details killing in TD during 'suicide by cop' attempt
In an explosion of emotion, Zachary Jean Krohnke, 33, of La Pine blurts out details of death at The Dalles Super 8 Motel while holding a knife to his own throat and asking for ‘suicide by cop.’
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available to Washington Small Businesses
Small nonfarm businesses in six Washington counties and neighboring counties in Oregon are now eligible to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration. These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by drought in the following primary county that began July 4.
The Dalles Will be Flushing Fire Hydrants in Downtown, September 5th through the 8th
The City of The Dalles Public Works Department will be flushing fire hydrants in the Downtown Area the week of September 5 – 8, 2023. Fire hydrants are flushed in order to Clean out deposits, sediments and rust from our distribution pipelines.
Can you hear that Coleslaw calling? Kiwanis Steak Feed in TD on Thursday, Sept. 7
The 2023 Kiwanis Steak Feed is on for Thursday, Sept. 7 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Sorosis Park in The Dalles, 300 E. Scenic Drive. Tickets are $21 online. Click here to find out more.
Bargeway Pub offers country music and Irish jigs tonight; Gorge entertainment jamming this week
The Bargeway Pub welcomes Cary Novotny and The Soulard Boys tonight, Sept. 6, as they bring high-energy Irish jigs and Country Music on what looks to be a classic September evening in The Dalles. And music and entertainment are overflowing throughout the region.
Suspicious Death at Motel in The Dalles Sparks Investigation
The Dalles Police Department is currently investigating the suspicious death of 33-year-old Portland woman, Samantha "Sammie" Bergren, who was found deceased at the Super Motel 8 at 609 Cherry Heights On September 3, 2023.
Woman injured after Explorer hits utility pole at 10th and Mount Hood Streets in TD
Police and Firefighters were called out to the corner of 10th and Mount Hood streets this morning, Sept. 5, at about 10:50 a.m. when a Ford Explorer appeared to have run a stop sign and then hit a utility pole.
Teen STEM Leaders Program Continues Thanks to Oregon Community Foundation Grant
The ‘Learning to Lead’ program will continue for the second year thanks to a Career Connected Learning grant awarded to the Columbia Gorge STEM Hub from the Oregon Community Foundation. The grant will continue to allow the Columbia Gorge STEM Hub, in partnership with OSU/Wasco County 4-H, to hire high school students in Hood River, Gilliam, and Wasco Counties to serve as Teen STEM Leaders.
Hood River Bridge Closures Announced for Sept. 5-6, and Nov. 3-6
The Hood River-White Salmon Interstate bridge, has scheduled several closures over the coming months due to essential maintenance activities.
Question of the week: What's your Labor Day's great adventure?
Labor Day weekend if here and that means summer is drawing to a close. Although fall starts at the end of this month, the weather has made its drastic turn away from summer. But that doesn't mean our summer plans are over, there’s still plenty of adventure to be had.
Hood River Bridge Toll Increase: What You Need to Know for September 1
As the sun sets on August, the communities of Hood River, White Salmon and neighboring regions need to gear up for an imminent change: the toll rate hike on the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge. Set to begin September 1st, this alteration has stirred conversations among regular bridge commuters, local businesses, and the Port of Hood River Board of Commissioners.
Column: TDHS '02 Grad Esquivias Myers keeps it local as bank branch manager
Carmen Esquivias Myers her professional skills in banking, she could live almost anywhere but chooses The Dalles. It’s the sense of community that keeps her here.
Bargeway Pub Welcomes Father Daughter Duo From The Heart of Big Sky County
This week’s entertainment guide has you covered! The Bargeway Pub welcomes a little Big Sky country and classic rock as The Teccas take the stage tonight, August 30 at 6:30 p.m. Keep reading to see more about what’s going on in music, art theatre, and writing this week and get a sneak peak a the Huckleberry Festival schedule for next weekend!
Dufur Fire Update: Winslow Road Fire Stopped at 950 Acres
The Winslow Road Fire has been successfully halted, as reported by the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) Central Oregon. The fast growing fire was propelled by winds up to 45 mph, and quickly grew to 950 acres of land. The terrain included a mix of timber, brush, and recently harvested wheatland.