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The decision gives developers the green light to proceed with the project, barring any additional appeals to the project being made to The Dalles City Council. The project would have an immediate impact on the local housing shortage and is expected to create the equivalent of 478 full-time jobs in its first decade and contribute $16.9 million in payroll, according to developer Mary Hanlon of The Dalles.

Aug 21

Aug 21 Whisky Creek and Sandstone Fire Update - August 21, 2024

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Today, crews will work to strengthen established containment lines. Heavy equipment operators will utilize masticators, skidders, and feller bunchers to process suppression-generated debris, converting it into more manageable and less flammable material.

Aug 21

Aug 21 El Grito event kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month

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Returning for a third year, El Grito will kick off Hispanic Heritage Month on the Washington side of the Gorge on Sunday, September 15, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Rhinegarten Park in White Salmon. Admission is free, and the event is open to all.

Aug 20

Aug 20 Waterfront Wednesday offers a cool one at Bargeway; Giggin' Guide Gorge wide

Jim Drake

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Karrisa Gorham and Mark Mobley are rolling in for Waterfront Wednesday at the Bargeway on Aug. 21. We’ve rolled up all the gigs, events, art, movies and even magicians in this tight entertainment guide.

Aug 20
Aug 20 Farquharson Selected for U.S. Chamber Business training

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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today announced that Lisa Farquharson, CEO of The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce, has been selected to participate in the tenth cohort of its premiere business leadership program.

Aug 20

Aug 20 Rains help firefighters gain 10% containment on Williams Mine Fire near Trout Lake

Crews continue to cut and remove hazardous or fallen trees that are blocking access points. Removal of dangerous trees ensures firefighters can access the fire line and have open ingress/egress routes for safe transportation.

Aug 20

Aug 20 Whisky Creek and Sandstone Fire Update Aug. 20, 2024

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Today, crews will patrol the northeast edge of the fire, looking for hot spots near containment lines. Mop up and strengthening of containment lines on the east side of the fire is ongoing. South of the fire near Wahtum Lake, mastication operations along roads will continue.

Aug 19

Aug 19 Shannon's Trivia Winner: Parkdale Pastor takes home the 'Banning' prize

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Just 8 sailors made it to the top deck of this patrol boat in the quest to understand the Hood River Navy... boat. Find out who won Shannon's Trivia Contest here.

Aug 17

Aug 17 Demolition Derby: Pupil looks to become master in Sunday Smasher

Jamie Parke of TD and Todd Nunn of Goldendale are long time friends. Parke has been pit crew for Nunn in demolition derby contest for the past decade. But all bets are off on Sunday at the Wasco County Fair as the friends look to smash each other as Parke takes the wheel for the first time in the crushing battle.

Aug 16

Aug 16 Shannon's Trivia: Hood River had a Navy?

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Minimally, what we are looking for is the official name of the vessel in the foreground. Send your answers to tom@cccnews.com by Sunday, Aug. 18 by 4:21 p.m. No messages in bottles. Those sending correct answers will be entered into a raffle for a $25 gift certificate to Shannon’s Ice Cream. The winner will be announced Monday, Aug. 19.

Aug 16

Aug 16 Williams Mine Fire Update Aug. 16, 2024

Joshuah Albert

North of Trout Lake, crews and equipment continue to strengthen primary direct containment lines, and additional resources are on the scene to assist with secondary alternate lines, in the event they are needed. Ongoing mop-up operations, where firefighters search, dig out, and extinguish hotspots, will continue through the next several days on the southern perimeter.

Aug 16

Aug 16 Whisky Creek & Sandstone Fire Daily Update Aug. 16, 2024

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Pacific Northwest Team 10 is taking over the incident today as Northern Rockies Team 2 prepares to head home. Both teams will be working hard today to ensure a smooth transition of command. Weather remains mild and crews continue to establish more direct handline around both fires resulting in increased containment.

Aug 16

Aug 16 The Dalles Beautification & Tree Committee Announces August 2024 Award Winner.

City of The Dalles

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The Beautification & Tree Committee proudly honors Sharron Allen and Cameron Larson with the August Beautification Award for their outstanding garden at 412 West 2nd Place.

Aug 16

Aug 16 Scenes from the Wasco County Fair Thursday, Aug. 15th; Rodeo tonight

Family Free Day brought a lot of smiles at the Wasco County Fair on Thursday, Aug. 15. 4-H youths made their showings, tryouts for the next Wasco County Fair Queen were held and games and challenges abounded. That's just the start as the Rodeo starts tonight at 7:30 p.m.

Aug 15

Aug 15 Google-Sponsored Drone Light Show to Dazzle Wasco County Fair

Joshuah Albert

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The upcoming Wasco County Fair is set to shine even brighter this weekend, thanks to a drone light show sponsored by Google. The high-tech spectacle, accompanied by music, will take place on both Friday and Saturday nights, offering a stunning and safe alternative to traditional fireworks.

Aug 15

Aug 15 Whisky Creek & Sandstone Fire Daily Update Aug. 15, 2024

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Heavy focus remains on the southeast edge of the Whisky Creek Fire where crews have been able to perform fire suppression activities more directly. The Dozer line has been completed and firefighters are continuing to construct the handline.

Aug 15

Aug 15 Bohn's Printing & Office Supply Celebrates 120 Years in Business

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Bohn's Printing and Office Supply, Inc., a cornerstone of The Dalles community, is proud to announce the celebration of its 120th anniversary. As one of the oldest family-owned businesses in Oregon, Bohn's Printing has served the community since 1904, providing quality printing and office supplies to generations of residents and businesses.

Aug 15

Aug 15 Evacuation levels go down in Williams Mine Fire near Trout Lake; Firefighters added

The evacuation level in the Trout Lake area was also dropped on Wednesday, Aug. 14 from a Level 3 GO NOW to a Level 2 BE SET. Former Level 2 evacuations are now at Level 1. The 11,000-acre fire burning in heavy timber is now estimated 2 percent contained.

Aug 15

Aug 15 TD Planning to hear appeal of 116-apartment building plan; Parking at issue