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The Dalles Moose Lodge 2075, in partnership with the Last Stop Saloon, is gearing up to host "Mom Prom 2024 – A Benefit for Valeria” on June 29 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event aims to rally community support for three-year-old Valeria Alvarez, who is currently battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Proceeds from the event will help support Valeria’s ongoing treatment at OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in Portland
“#GoFish” may be the hottest hashtag this summer for families in the Mid-Columbia Gorge area because of a free art engagement program for kids at The Dalles Art Center (TDAC). The School of Fish program is the name of the summer program designed to reel in families that provides free take-home art kits packed with art supplies and instructions to make colorful paper salmon!
June 14, 2024 is the last day for the public to submit public comments on the proposed solid waste permit for Waste Connections Wasco County Landfill to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
For the fourth year in a row, the North Wasco County Education Foundation solicited nominations for their Golden Apple Awards. These awards recognize excellent teachers and other staff in the North Wasco County School District. The program was created to incentivize excellence and honor outstanding staff.
While the national Braver Angels organization was established in 2016, the Columbia Gorge Alliance of Braver Angels is celebrating its first year of operation in July of 2024. Braver Angels is dedicated to bridging the political divide, holding America together, and preserving our democratic republic.
There will be a runoff between Jeff Justesen and Brian Lauterbach in the fall for the Wasco County Commissioner seat — 200 votes separated the candidates in the primary. Justesen garnered 1878 and Lauterbach, 1678. The general election is Nov. 7.
Sherman County’s Violet Woods and The Dalles’ Roberto Rodriguez Perez, and Elizabeth Areco Dorado were awarded scholarships this year through NewSun Energy’s 2nd Annual Climate + Ag Essay Contest.
Giggin’ guide is a monster: Bargeway is rolling with another five days of live music with Al Hare tonight, June 13 for Tacos and Tequila. The Gorge is live with music, comedy, karaoke, and arts and entertainment. Take a deep breath and dive deep right here.
From the Columbia River to the shores of Mexico, three-time Stand Up Paddleboard World Champion Fiona Wylde has navigated waters around the globe. Now she’s making a splash in her hometown of Hood River with Wylde Wind & Water, a non-profit which aims to create equitable access to water sports through water safety education, youth water sports programs, free community programs for all ages and much more!
“I have the best job in The Dalles,” said Executive Director Scott Baker. “I work with awesome people who wake up every day with the goal of making The Dalles an awesome place to live.” There could be a paid position for you on the team. Check out these job opportunities.
The Hood River Urban Renewal District heard a staff presentation on a Middle Housing Incentive Concept proposal that would encourage developers to construct more “middle housing” in Hood River. Middle housing refers to medium-density housing options such as single family homes, cottage clusters and multi-family homes like duplexes, triplexes and quadruplexes.
Adventist Health Columbia Gorge, formerly known as Mid-Columbia Medical Center, is proud to celebrate the 42nd anniversary of its pioneering on-site childcare, Great N Small. Founded with the vision of recruiting and retaining staff in the rural community of The Dalles, Oregon, the daycare has grown into an esteemed institution.
Economic Investment, schools, tourism, property tax reductions? There are no bad ideas at this point. So tell local officials how to spend Google dollars before their next joint meeting set for July 23 at 5:30 p.m. They want your input before any decisions are made.
Hood River’s First Friday event served rainbow accented looks, prideful allyship, music, fun, and community resources on June 7 in downtown Hood River. The event aimed to foster community acceptance, raise awareness of local resources, and promote local businesses.
Who knew this little car would spark such an epic return in answers and information? To quote a Punk band, It was like drinking from a fountain that was pouring like an avalanche coming down the mountain. Find out who won this week’s contest here.
Over 250 students from North Wasco County School District (both TDHS and Innovations Academy), grades 9-12, gathered together for an event focused on mental health, wellness, and resilience on June 4th.
The last day of school at Dry Hollow Elementary School was marked by a lively and engaging event called Field Day, where students participated in various outdoor games and activities. The annual tradition aims to provide a fun and memorable experience for the children.
Northern Wasco County Aquatic Center will be open daily starting June 8th! The community is invited to come out and swim to celebrate the start of the summer season! More of a land lover than a swimmer? Northern Wasco County Parks & Recreation has plenty of other events planned for this summer!
Ok, puzzlers, tell us the make and model of the vehicle and send your answer to tom@cccnews.com by Sunday, June 9 at 7:23 p.m. Hint: the recently retired City of The Dalles Clerk shares almost the same name (sp) with the car.
Klickitat County Commissioners have decided to form a new County Department of Corrections which would oversee operational changes and improvement to Klickitat County Jail. Including appointments of a Jail Administrator to run and operate the jail and the establishment of a medical clinic on site. The new Jail Administrator will report directly to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). Klickitat County Sheriff Bob Songer has opposed the decision.
