Apr 12

Apr 12 Hot Wok Reopens in Lyle, WA, a Year After Fire

A year after a fire temporarily closed its doors, the Hot Wok Restaurant and Lounge in Lyle, WA, welcomed back diners last Tuesday, April 2, marking a new chapter for the local eatery.

Apr 12

Apr 12 What is the name of this Iconic burger joint in TD?

Tom Peterson

History, Home Page

In this week’s trivia contest, can you tell us what the name of this iconic burger joint was named? And for good measure and an extra scoop of ice cream tell us what business occupies the building now.

Apr 12

Apr 12 Grant Opportunity Opens for Early Learning and Family Engagement

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page, The Dalles

Organizations dedicated to serving families and children in five Columbia Gorge counties now have the opportunity to apply for grants aimed at enhancing early learning and family engagement. The Four Rivers Early Learning and Parenting Hub announced a new funding initiative targeting Hood River, Sherman, Gilliam, Wheeler, and Wasco counties, focusing on prenatal services, parent education, kindergarten readiness, and family engagement.

Apr 12

Apr 12 Lewis collects 4,700 carts in 2023, still recovering from kidnapping

Tom Peterson

Home Page

Donnie Lewis was hitting the streets today with his three dogs Schroeder, Charlie Brown and Peppermint Patty in the hunt for shopping carts.

Apr 11

Apr 11 BINGEN TURNS 100! Celebration April 13

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page, Klickitat County

Mark your calendars! The community is invited to celebrate the City of Bingen’s centennial on Saturday, April 13. That's right, it's time to say Happy 100th Birthday to Bingen!

Apr 11

Apr 11 Sabor del Gorge: Las Carnitas de Michoacán Bar & Grill de Odell OR

Arturo Leyva

The Dalles, Hood River County, Home Page, Business, Entertainment, Columns, Positive News

Among the culinary traditions that gather families and friends around the table, the classic Carnitas holds a special place in most Latino households. This dish, featuring fried pork prepared according to each chef's unique recipe, is not just a food; it's a celebration of culture and individuality. And no one does it better than Michoacán Bar & Grill in Odell, Oregon.

Apr 11

Apr 11 Bargeway's bringing the beat and fresh air; Bat Boy & Gigs run amok gorge-wide

Jim Drake

Art, Columns, Entertainment, Home Page

The Bargeway Pub features Al Hare tonight, April 11, for Tacos and Tequila Thursday. Bat Boy hits the stage on May 4 and our entertainment guide is more packed than a horse on a two-week trip. Check out all the happenings here.

Apr 11

Apr 11 UScellular Offers Tech Tips to Help Avoid Distracted Driving

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and it’s an important reminder to drivers everywhere that they should practice safe driving habits at all times.

Apr 11

Apr 11 Ripe Cherries by Matt Johnson

Tom Peterson

Entertainment, Home Page

This comic is based on actual events at Farmer’s Insurance when Debbie Tibbets was the agent on the corner of Union and Third streets many years ago. The names of the innocent have been kept anonymous for their protection. No hotdogs were harmed during the making of this strip.

Apr 11

Apr 11 Redemption Against All Odds

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page, The Dalles

When Alex was 12, he made a mistake that would change his life forever. Convicted of a crime, he was sentenced to three years at a youth correctional facility hundreds of miles from his home where he felt lost, alone, and afraid. However, fate had a different plan in store for Alex.

Apr 11

Apr 11 Girls Run Free at Wild Woman Trail Run

Columbia Community Connection

Klickitat County, Home Page

Women are finding their strides in the ultra-running world these days. What, with Camille Heron smashing 12 world distance records at Lululemon’s Further, Jasmin Paris finishing as the first female ever to complete the Barkley Marathon, and Courtney Dauwalter stunning the world with her Triple Crown wins of Hardrock Hundred, Western States Endurance Run, and the Ultra- Trail du Mont Blanc.

Apr 10

Apr 10 The Dalles Civic Auditorium Hosts Exciting Touch-A-Truck Event and Safety Fair for Families

Columbia Community Connection

The Dalles, Home Page

The Dalles Civic Auditorium invites families with children of all ages and adults alike to climb aboard a variety of vehicles at our Touch-A-Truck / safety fair event on Saturday, April 19, 2024.

Apr 10

Apr 10 Dufur School District Launches Building Ranger Health & Wellness Brick Campaign

Columbia Community Connection

Education, Home Page

The Dufur School District is excited to announce that the new School-Based Health Center (SBHC) is nearing completion with an anticipated limited opening this summer and a grand opening in the fall of 2024.

Apr 9

Apr 9 Travis Marston's DA Candidacy Under Fire for Lack of Active Bar License

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

Wasco County District Attorney candidate Travis J Marston is under scrutiny for running without an active Oregon State Bar license, a requisite for assuming the office upon election.

Apr 9

Apr 9 Are you a homeowner feeling the financial crunch? Then, read this

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page

Oregon has received $90 million to help eligible homeowners avoid mortgage foreclosures and displacement and to cure delinquencies and defaults. The HAF program can help homeowners through a Past-Due Payment Relief program and an Ongoing Payment Relief program.

Apr 9

Apr 9 Little Oak Montessori's 'Enchanted Evening' Raises Funds for Inclusive Education

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page, Hood River County

Little Oak Montessori is thrilled to announce that every dollar raised at the upcoming "An Enchanted Evening" Gala & Auction will directly support our tuition assistance program, bringing Montessori education within reach for more families in our community.

Apr 9

Apr 9 Winner! Thouvenel chases down answers in Cat and Mauser game

Tom Peterson

Business, Entertainment, History, Home Page

Thouvenel kicked hard at the end, hitting the finish line with just one other who submitted their answers by T-Mobile. New phone, who dis? Lol.

Apr 8

Apr 8 NAMI Gorge Finds an In-Person Meeting Space at MCCAC

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Hood River County, Home Page, Positive News

The Gorge chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) support group has found an in-person meeting space at Mid-Columbia Community Action Council’s (MCCAC) newly constructed Gloria Center located at 2505 West 7th Street, The Dalles thanks to an article published by CCCNews.

Apr 6

Apr 6 Ripe Cherries by Matt Johnson

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

Local Comic Strip for The Dalles and Greater Gorge

Apr 5

Apr 5 Meet the Candidates: Hood River County 2024 May Primary

Columbia Community Connection

The Dalles, Home Page, Hood River County

County residents will vote on a new Hood River County District Attorney and several County Commissioner positions on May 21, 2024, as well as several measures including: bonds to replace the Aquatic Center; fund parks and trails, a five-year operating levy for Parks and Recreation services and a levy to improve fire and emergency medical services

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