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The Oregon Department of Education, in partnership with the Oregon Lottery, is pleased to announce the continuation of Oregon Regional Teacher of the Year to honor exemplary educators in every region of the state. Last year’s winner was Fifth Grade Dry Hollow Elementary Teacher Wesley Mitchell. Sharpen that pencil and make your nomination today at oregonteacheroftheyear.org

Jan 22

Jan 22 Good news rules for Goodwin as bird story goes Viral

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In the news, it is so often that bad news gets the biggest response from readers, but that was simply not so here at CCCNews during the past four days. Reporter Cole Goodwin proved that stereotype wrong. Their story about saving birds has become our most popular to date, garnering more than 80,000 views in the last four days with readership throughout the U.S.

Jan 22

Jan 22 Kara Davis launches Campaign for Wasco County District Attorney

“I am committed to ensuring that those who commit crimes are held accountable, that the people they harm are heard, and to work hard to reduce the impact of addiction and mental illness,” Davis said in announcing her candidacy.

Jan 19

Jan 19 TD Superneighbor: Dave DesRochers vs The City Block

It appears Dave DesRochers took on a good part of an entire city block, blasting the chunky white stuff of the sidewalk like a superhero neighbor. He rounded his corner on Second Street, took out a section of Washington Street and then headed down Third Street.

Jan 18

Jan 18 Column: Good eggs at Pancake House in TD Worth the Ride

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Owning and running a restaurant is not a get-rich-quick business. It’s hard work, long hours. I asked Kaye and Barry, what is most rewarding? “The positive things people say on Facebook and Google. The comments mean the world to us. This place is like a little bit of Americana, to have a dream and have it work out so well,” answered Kaye. Barry beamed, “Worth the ride!”

Jan 18

Jan 18 Have you seen these birds at your winter feeders?

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Skamania County, Klickitat County, Home Page, Environment

Winter can bring some unusual birds to your bird feeders! Have you seen any of these birds this winter?

Jan 18

Jan 18 Scrape, lift, toss, repeat: Sidewalk shovel surfing- prevent the wipeout

Sidewalks got snow? Pull out the shovel. Time to roll.

Jan 18

Jan 18 If you know jack, you better go with your Yaktrax: Mail delivery in TD amid snow storm

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Despite additional snowfall in the Columbia River Gorge, Interstate 84 was reopened this morning making it possible for mail delivery today. Postal service employees were out in The Dalles this morning with vehicle tires chained. Even the employees had their feet chained.

Jan 18

Jan 18 Conflict resolution helps prevent evictions

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Ben Noble is on a mission to get people talking. His job is an important one: to get landlords and tenants to discuss matters that could potentially lead to an eviction and try to help them find common ground and resolve their issues.

Jan 17

Jan 17 The Shnow must go on: Bargeway unleashes January Schedule; Gorgewide Gig Guide

Jim Drake

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Stop in Bargeway for Great Deals, Great Music and Great Drinks and leave the cold weather outside! Not enough? Need more? Keep reading here as we’ve got all the gigs in the Gorge’s most inclusive guide.

Jan 17

Jan 17 Columbia High School aims to link students to mentors, AP classes to create success

Ken Park

Home Page, The Dalles

“We are looking at our data right now, but we understand that it is just a snapshot, so as we put these new things in place some things will work, some won’t, and will have to evolve as we go,” Columbia High School Vice Principal Kelly Hume said in a Jan. 8 interview.

Jan 17

Jan 17 2024 Distinguished Citizens Award Banquet POSTPONED

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The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Highstreet Insurance & Financial Services, regretfully announces the postponement of our much-anticipated event, the 2024 Distinguished Citizens Award Banquet, originally scheduled for tomorrow night, January 18th.

Jan 17

Jan 17 Rain is On the Way for Gorge: 10-Day Forecast For The Dalles, Hood River, Goldendale, and Cascade Locks

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page, Hood River County, Klickitat County, Weather

The City of the Dalles, The City of Hood River, and Wasco County Offices are closed today due to inclement weather as a winter storm has brought ice, snow, and freezing rain to large swaths of the Northwest. Tough driving conditions look to continue as heavy snow and ice will move toward thawing and freezing as temps reach above freezing during daytime hours.

Jan 17

Jan 17 Sex Offenders stir Songer as Juveniles time on registry reduced in Washington

Ken Park

Washington State lawmakers who voted in favor of the Bill contend that the old law was doing more harm than good when it came to offenders who committed their crimes as juveniles. A level 3 or high-risk offender's requirement to register as a sex offender has reduced from being listed indefinitely to three years after release from a confinement/treatment facility. A level 2 or moderate-risk offender’s requirement decreased from 10 to 2 years.

Jan 17

Jan 17 Witkowski brothers clearing the path on West Fourth

Moses Witkowski, 13, of The Dalles on the right, and brother Solomon, 8, work the walkway in front of Onstott Broehl & Cyphers CPAs PC at 100 E. Fourth Street, The Dalles this morning after Mother Nature left another inch of snow on Tuesday evening, Jan. 16.

Jan 16

Jan 16 TD Schools closed on Wednesday, Jan. 17

All North Wasco County Schools will remain closed Wednesday, January 17th due to the ongoing winter storm conditions in our area. We strongly encourage all families to stay home and off the road as ice accumulation is expected overnight.

Jan 16

Jan 16 Calloway takes leadership role at OSP Area Command in The Dalles

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A photo of a destroyed OSP patrol vehicle hangs on the wall. It’s a reminder, he said. A reminder of why he does the job. A reminder of the sacrifice it takes. A reminder of what a trooper must be prepared to do to keep people safe.

Jan 16

Jan 16 I-84 closed between Troutdale and Hood River today, Jan. 16 at 3 p.m.

Oregon Department of Transportation has closed I84 in both directions from Troutdale at Milepost 17 to Hood River at Milepost 64.

Jan 16

Jan 16 10th Annual Dancing With The Gorge Stars Crowns a Winner