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The Microwave Tower Fire, burning 5 miles west of Mosier, has grown to 1,306 acres with 53% containment. The fire, which started on July 22, 2024, is believed to be human-caused and is still under investigation. The fire is burning in brush, timber, and grass.

Jul 30

Jul 30 Whisky Creek Fire Update: July 30

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The Central Cascades Interagency Management Team assumed command of the Whisky Creek Fire on Monday, July 29, 2024. Precipitation occurred over the fire area yesterday, moderating fire behavior. Cloud cover will diminish today over the fire as onshore flow continues, and warmer temperatures begin to develop over the region.

Jul 30

Jul 30 Little Art City Strikes Again: Annex seeks mural artists to mark west downtown entrance

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Project to create a welcoming environment at The Annex, while joining in the rich mural tradition in downtown The Dalles. MCCAC looks to families and emerging artists to inspire people to collectively reimagine spaces that serve as the heart of their community.

Jul 30

Jul 30 Mid-Columbia Economic Development District Seeks Board Members

North Central Public Health District

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Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) is seeking interested candidates for openings on the MCEDD Board of Directors, particularly those involved with Agriculture, or the Food and Beverage Industry.

Jul 30

Jul 30 NCPHD Director Shellie Campbell Retires

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A passion for helping others, and seeing the life-changing work done in both the public health and non-profit sectors guided the career path of recently retired North Central Public Health District Director Shellie Campbell.

Jul 29

Jul 29 Microwave Fire burns down to I-84 on Sunday; fire near Mosier is 53% contained

The Microwave Tower Fire expanded into another 400 acres as it burned during the weekend, burning down cliffs to Interstate 84 on Sunday.

Jul 29

Jul 29 Whiskey Creek Fire uncontained at less than 900 acres SE of Cascade Locks

The Whiskey Creek Fire expanded minimally over the weekend but no containment has been reported as forestry mulchers have been brought in to chip up fuel sources as firefighters continue to build lines around the blaze.

Jul 29

Jul 29 Big Horn Fire in Klickitat County held to 50,000 acres over weekend; mop up begun

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“Yesterday, crews concluded their last evening of night shift patrol. Crews monitored the fire lines watching for anything smoking or smoldering. Pine Creek had some smoke, but it was well interior of the fire with the fire edge still holding strong,” reported Hannah Cleverly with the SE Washington Inter-Agency Team.

Jul 29

Jul 29 TD Council Election: Richardson, Runyon in; Long out... so far

Incumbents Dan Richardson and Rod Runyon are running unopposed - so far - in their bid to be elected to another term on The Dalles City Council. And no one has yet to file for Long’s open seat. Those wanting to run for city office have until Aug. 27 at 5 p.m. to file their candidacy.

Jul 28

Jul 28 Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday on Aug. 9th at Discovery Center

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Discovery Center partners with Forest Service on a birthday bash for Smokey the Bear who turns 80 on Aug. 9. We'll have fun activities, storytime with Forest Service rangers, fire engines spraying hoses, scavenger hunts, a bear education station, and even a chance to hug Smokey, and more. Enjoy cool, refreshing slices of watermelon throughout the party, and don't miss the cake-cutting at noon, with cake for everyone to enjoy! All are welcome, and admission is completely free!

Jul 27

Jul 27 FarmStand Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Event in The Dalles

Joshuah Albert

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FarmStand held its ribbon-cutting event yesterday, marking the official opening of its location in The Dalles. The event featured several vendors inside the store, offering a variety of complimentary items such as wine, cheeses, bread, and cookies.

Jul 27

Jul 27 Hood River City Council Selects New Councilor, Amends Short-Term Rental Ordinance

Cole Goodwin

Ben Mitchell is selected to take the seat held by the late Tim Counihan. Lawsuit brings ammendment after City’s short-term ordinances is hit with allegations of discrimination towards property owners living out of state.

Jul 27

Jul 27 Russell Spino: From Longhouse Whip Man to Chief of Police

Long-time Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fisheries Enforcement officer Russell Spino (Warm Springs) was promoted to chief, replacing the retiring Mitch Hicks. Spino was born and raised in The Dalles, graduating TDHS in ‘97.

Jul 26

Jul 26 Oregon surpasses million-acre mark in fire season only second to 2020... so far

Joshuah Albert

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As of July 25, more than 1 million acres are estimated to have burned in Oregon as megafires at more than 100,000 acres are burning in three locations in the eastern part of the state.

Jul 26

Jul 26 Whiskey Creek Fire near Cascade Locks bumps to 850 acres; Dozers digging in

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Heavy equipment was brought in to assist with clearing roads and creating fuel breaks reopening an Eagle Creek Fire contingency line. Conditions were also favorable for an infra-red flight allowing for better mapping of the area and a more accurate number of acres burned.

Jul 26

Jul 26 Big Horn Fire estimated at 50,000 acres; Weather favorable to containment effort

Today’s weather brings lower temperatures, lower winds and an increase in relative humidity. All of these work together to reduce the fire’s growth potential. Strike teams, aircraft and dozers are working the estimated 50,000 acre-blaze which is now 21 percent contained and burning 7 miles southeast of Bickleton.

Jul 26

Jul 26 Firefighters make "significant progress" west of Mosier; Burnouts set for today

“On the northeast side, last night's successful firing operations in the grass are helping secure fire lines,” the update said. “Due to inaccessible areas and steep terrain, firing operations remain the safest and most effective strategy to remove fuels and prevent the spread of the fire.”

Jul 25

Jul 25 PUD, Q-Life team up to deliver high-speed fiber optic internet to all in Wasco County