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As of 11 p.m. on May 21st Hood River County’s primary election saw a voter turnout of 47.04%. Election results will be updated again on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 by 5 p.m. with mailed ballots and again on June 11th at 5 p.m. with resolved challenged ballots.
Initial election results of the Wasco County May 21 primary election show a voter turnout of 30.96% with 5,760 ballots cast out of 18,605 registered voters as of 9 p.m. today. Unofficial results will be updated at midnight. Updated results that include postmarked ballots will be posted on May 24. May 28, 2024 is the last day the County will receive valid postmarked ballots by mail.
He worked there for one summer as a Park Assistant, collecting fees, and providing grounds maintenance, He had a huge gift for gab with fisherman going after steelhead. It came naturally as he loved the thrill of the hunt and being outdoors.
Architect Chris Hodney has requested that the City of The Dalles allow three lots at the former Griffith Motors buildings at 523 E. Third Street to be consolidated to construct “a new five-story, multifamily, mixed-use development.”
Jim Daniel, a 24-year resident of Goldendale, has joined the crowded primary race for Washington State Governor as a moderate Republican, vying with 27 others for a spot on the general election ballot.
Even though five candidates are vying for Wasco County Commissioner, Position 2 and there is a heated race for Wasco County District Attorney between Kara Davis and Travis Marston, turnout stood at a little less than 26 percent this morning, Gambee said. She implored locals to fill in their ovals and turn in their votes.
The answers came faster than a soft shell taco salad bowl through a deep fryer, and locals had it right 90 percent of the time as this photo of a TD ‘90s icon above brought a lot of smiles. Find out who won the contest here.
Steve and Stacey Kane have come out of the other side of the pandemic with a revitalized Bargeway Pub that is tailor-made for outdoor music, events and catering. And they’re just getting started. The pub is celebrating its 5th anniversary this weekend with 20 bands.
The driver then denied being in possession of a firearm. However, his passenger divulged a 45 caliber Glock 21 that was in a bag behind the driver’s seat, the report states.
Results are already returning from the 4A Oregon State High School Track and Field championship that started today, May 17, in Eugene at Hayward Field. Julian Moorehouse reportedly took fourth place in the pole vault with a height of 13’05”. Read more here.
Summit Cedar Mill, located in Dallesport, experienced a significant fire yesterday that started around 3:00 p.m. The fire, initially triggered by one of the mill’s trucks catching fire, quickly spread due to high winds, igniting nearby stacks of wood.
This TD restaurante was the happenin’ spot in the early 1990s. It was run by Leonard Cooper, and he added a Cantina for some extra tequila and tunes. What was the name of the restaurant? Send answers to tom@cccnews.com to be entered for $25 Shannon’s Ice Cream prize.
The Port of Cascade Locks and JettyLight, the company operating the Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge, have announced plans for a community celebration of Captain Tom Cramblett that will take place onboard the Sternwheeler on Thursday, May 30th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. The event is free to the public and light refreshments will be provided.
Firefighters are battling a fast-moving fire lit by a malfunctioning semi-truck that spread the fire that eventually engulfed Summit Cedar Mill and lumberyard at 3 p.m. High winds are fanning the flames.
Neighbors reported hearing gunfire as the flames consumed the home as unspent ammunition was exploding due to the heat. It appears one adult male perished in the fire, while the homeowner escaped.
Wasco County in Oregon is receiving nearly $6 million to create fuel breaks and defensible space to protect Maupin, Pine Grove, Tygh Valley and other communities.
It’s smashin’, crashin’ and birthday bashin’ as The Bargeway Pub celebrates 5 years this weekend with 20 of its favorite bands. The music fest is free May 17- 19. The Dalles premier outdoor venue keepin’ it real with the bands that brought ‘em. Gorge Guide Giggin Wide, see inside.
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The Skyline Health Foundation has awarded Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) $8,000 as part of its 2024 Community Health Grant, which supports non-profit organizations within the Columbia River Gorge that work to improve the health and well-being of the community within its service area.
The violation was the third for the program this school year as OSAA has levied a total of $1,200 in fines, forced a two-game suspension of Head Coach Brian Stevens, and forced the team to forfeit 12 games due to ineligible players during the past 6 months.
