Despite cool and moist weather yesterday, the fire continued to creep in surface fuels and deep duff layers in the east fork of Herman Creek. Gusty winds and fog prevented aircraft from reconnaissance flights and long-line external cargo missions for equipment backhaul. Water tenders, a hand crew, and a group of sawyers successfully secured the nearby Knebal Fire and returned to the Whisky Creek Fire.

A staggered start for freshmen, sixth-graders and kindergartners brings the first wave of students back to D21 school in The Dalles today, Sept. 3. All students are expected back in class on Wednesday. Drivers should use extra caution as additional kids hit the street.

So, tell us what was the name of the market above. Send your answers to tom@cccnews.com by Monday at 6:32 p.m. And for the big fish award, tell us the name of the maverick of the Deschutes who eventually purchased it.

Warmer temperatures increased burning in the Williams Mine Fire near Trout Lake, Wash., however the increased activity is not threatening containment lines, according to the latest report from the U.S. Forest Service. 

In partnership with Columbia Gorge Community College, Cardinal Glass Industries, and Oregon STEM, a handful of youth participated in career-connected learning experiences during the summer as interns.

Yesterday, after a delay for firefighter safety due to unfavorable weather conditions, the handline on Tomlike Mountain ridge was successfully connected to the fire’s edge, with air resources assisting ground crews on reconnaissance missions.

The Sense of Place program announces the Bingen Centennial Gameshow, an interactive event to celebrate a century of history, community spirit, and Bingen locals. Hosted by Sarah Fox of Sense of Place, the event swaps traditional festivities for a lively mix of storytelling, trivia, and friendly competition. 

The Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a pivotal Townhall meeting aimed at achieving the aspiration of having Goldendale officially recognized and certified by the State of Washington as a Creative District.

Due to slick conditions on Tuesday, Aug. 27 following early morning rain showers crews were unable to complete the line along Tomlike Mountain Ridge. Mastication or forest vegetation grinding was completed on contingency lines to the southeast and crews continue to improve lines in these areas.

Hundreds of local youth stay grounded through 4-H activities throughout the year and all of their hard work recently paid off at the Wasco County Fair - check out all the results right here and be sure to give some congrat pats on the backs of your friends and neighbors.

“Harvesting 115 Years of Memories at the Sherman County Fair” was the theme for the 2024 Sherman County Fair, with Sherman County Educators as Grand Marshalls and Queen Addison Smith. Sherman County 4-H and FFA members entered a variety of competitions, with Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion winners

Brazilian-American Country-Folk singer-songwriter Eden Moody of Nashville stops in at the Bargeway Pub for Waterfront Wednesday, Aug. 28. This Gorge giggin' guide coming at you with the latest list of fest-ful fun and entertainment.

Complex Incident Management Team Northwest 13, which has been managing the Williams Mine Fire since August 9th, will transfer command of the incident tonight at 6:00 p.m. The fire will be managed by a local Type 3 Incident Management organization predominantly assembled from the local area.

The Dalles Kiwanis Club hosts its annual Steak Feed Thursday after Labor Day, this year Sept. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Sorosis Park.

Yesterday, crews monitored the west side of the fire in the Herman Creek area, observing no fire activity. Hand crews continued work on the Tomlike Mountain ridge control line, while on the southeast edges, firefighters monitored and patrolled containment lines.

Yesterday, crews continued to patrol and monitor along the fire’s contained edge, confirming old spot fires have been completely extinguished. Hand crews extended control lines north on the Tomlike Mountain ridge as mastication efforts along Forest Road 2810 were completed.

Super people running the store. Super candy cigarettes and 5 cent sodas, and Buy Golly, we ended up with another super question. Funny how things Super seems to be so curious.

The decision was driven by concerns about the negative impact of excessive screen time on students, including issues such as anxiety, disruptive behavior, sleep disturbances, and reduced attention spans.

Squirrels are the animals most often associated with power outages and consequent fires as they use electrical power lines both for travel and a place to rest. It proved true again on Sunday in East The Dalles, when a fire touched off near a substation.

Dr. Kathleen Wilder has become North Central Public Health District’s (NCPHD) Public Health Officer, replacing Dr. Christopher Van Tilburg, who has served as the Health Officer for both Hood River County Health Department and NCPHD since May 2023.