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Ruff, Ruff, Bingo, Bango, Bargeway - Home at Last Humane Society is holding a Bingo fundraiser tonight, Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. with a Bow Wow Bingo and Brews. Come on down and get your cards and watch out for the blackout! Freebridge Brewing is taking over the taps.
Songer stated that he believes arresting someone for killing a wolf when it is attacking or killing livestock to be “a violation of the individual’s Constitutional rights.”
A Dia de los Muertos celebration at The Dalles Wasco County Library, saw an enormous attendance of over 250 community members last night, November 2nd from 5-7:30 p.m. The event included a resource fair, live music performances from Janelle Santos, and Los Renagados, dancing, pastries, tacos from Tacos Tumbras, hot camelia (a sweet cinnamon spiced herbal tea), ofrendas, crafts, lotería (a game of chance similar to bingo), face painting and a raffle.
Wild Brew cafe, located at 418 E Second St in The Dalles opened for business yesterday. In fact, the cafe was so full of patrons looking to support the grand opening that the cafe had run out of mozzarella cheese for their pizzas!
Jeremy Lee Anderson, 50, is one of two men who forced their way into Lewis’ house while he was home on Jan. 22. 2021. The men pistol-whipped and beat him.
There are just 5 days left to get your ballot to the polls to make your voice known on whether to construct a new high school in The Dalles. Election day is Nov. 7 and the deadline is 8 p.m.
In a collaborative effort, the Hood River County Sheriff's Office, along with several other law enforcement agencies, conducted a sting operation to lure child predators in Cascade Locks on October 21, 2023, leading to the apprehension of two suspects.
Besides his wife, Jennifer, there were others who had a significant influence on Russell Spino’s life at TDHS. Mr. Rolen, Mr. Radford, and Mr. Kramer were always there for him. He’s grateful they encouraged him to finish high school. These men all believed in him and that made him believe in himself.
In this episode of the CCCNews Podcast, we interview Adolfo Molliendo, a first-generation immigrant from Guatemala, Gorge Dancing with the Stars winner, and a local winemaker about his latest adventure: a trek to Mt. Everest base camp and what it takes to turn your dreams into reality. Tune in to hear Adolfo’s perspective on how to curate a life you love to live.
Take a look at what’s being done in The Dalles, Oregon to address homelessness by expanding access to transitional housing, food, and mental and behavioral healthcare and explore statistics that paint a picture of the spectrum of houselessness and how it informs what communities will need to be focused on in the coming years.
Spreading holiday cheer is top of mind for Cheri Michaelson and Miki Caldwell of the "Elfing Elks," a group of ladies, members, spouses, and community members supporting the Mt. Adams Elks Lodge #1868 in White Salmon.
GOBHI has made preparations to sell its former property at 401 E. 3rd St. to Wasco County. The downtown 3rd Street building would serve as office space for county staff and existing tenants. The price for the building last stood at $3.8 million. The two-story building sits on .52 acres - Tom Peterson
Rich and Blonde are headlining Waterfront Wednesday at the Bargeway Pub tonight, while bands abound around the gorge along with the Gorge Impact Film Festival in Hood River. Check it all out here in the Gorge’s most comprehensive entertainment guide.
The Dalles got all dressed up for Halloween this year! Check out our photo gallery to see some of the best looks of the night!
In this spine-tingling Halloween special episode, we delve into the dark and mysterious life and unusual death of Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier in 1794. Lavoisier, the dreamy French chemist known for his contributions to the metric system and a series of scientific breakthroughs, was condemned to death by a people's court during the chaotic times of the French Revolution.
The Dalles Main Street, The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce, and Downtown The Dalles will host a trick or treat event complete with costumes, candy and fun on October 31, 20243 from 3-5 p.m. The event will also include the Monsters in the Park After Dark party at The Dalles City Park from 4 to 6 p.m. The event will include music, treats, yard games, a haunted room and more!
The Dalles, OR, October 31, 2023 – The St. Vincent de Paul Society of The Dalles (SVdP), a non-profit that offers aid to those in need, has found itself in the City’s crosshairs. The City of The Dalles is suing SVDP in pursuit of shutting SVDP down for up to a year and a monetary award of $10,000.
As the countdown to Election Day for the North Wasco County School District Bond continues, the community eagerly anticipates the final tally. One thing is unequivocally clear: North Wasco County residents are actively engaged in shaping their future, with voter participation consistently surpassing initial projections.
Break out your chain mail and polish your jousting stick! Columbia Gorge Pride Youth Council is back with another free all ages dance. Festivities will kick off at Hood River Hotel at 102 Oak St on November 11 at 6 p.m. and run until 10 p.m. There will be a medieval and renaissance faire themed dance, drag, food, crafts and opportunities for attendees to show off their bard skills.
The Good News - When employees earn more, it increases their discretionary spending budgets. Extra spending introduces money into the economy, helping to stimulate it. With more spending, more money is directed to smaller businesses, resulting in growth that bolsters local economies.
