Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) is launching the Driving Leadership Scholarship, a new opportunity designed to support young leaders from low-income households in Klickitat and Skamania Counties by removing transportation as a key barrier to growth.

This Week John Caparulo roasts The Dalles; Juneteenth in Hood River features Portland’s Queen of Soul, LaRhonda Steele + band; and the 32nd Annual Gorge Blues and Brews Festival hits Stevenson. Check out the CCCNews events guide calendar for the gorge-wide comprehensive listing.

CCCNews welcomes Yahir Santillan-Guzman to the Podcast today, June 18. Yahir of The Dalles inspired us all in 2021 when he was accepted by Harvard, and he did it again several weeks ago when he earned his degree in Economics in just 4 years. Join us for a detailed conversation with this amazing 22-year-old as we journey through his highs and lows at arguably this nation’s most prestigious college.

On June 4, 2025, a two-week water use advisory was issued because two of the City’s three wells that are used to meet summer demands were out of service due to unexpected mechanical failures.

High school partners with Iron Fitness to open its doors for donations and pick ups for those impacted by the Rowena Fire.

The Hood River City Council adopted its 2025-26 city budget during its June 9 meeting, approving more than $63.9 million in appropriations across all funds for the upcoming fiscal year.

As fire victims pick up the pieces after hundreds were impacted by the Rowena Fire that destroyed 56 homes and another 77 that were inundated with smoke and damaged other wise, CCCNews has attempted here to put together the list of places both to find clothing, household items, food and other items as well as places to donate.

The City of The Dalles has declared a state of emergency under Ordinance No. 25-1412 following Wasco County’s order banning fireworks due to fire-related safety concerns. As a result, the use of all fireworks is now prohibited within City limits.

Due to the Rowena Wildfire, some structures in the Tooley Water District were destroyed by the fire, and some areas in the water system lost pressure. These conditions may have caused harmful contaminants, including benzene and other volatile organic chemicals (VOCs), to enter the water system.

City passes budget for coming year, accepts Google wells valued near $20 million, contracts with The Dalles Area of Chamber of Commerce and raises sewer rates.

Here what people were talking about during public comments at The Dalles City Council Meeting on June 9.

High winds gusting up to 40 today, June 16, continue to fan the flames as more than 700 fire personnel are now working the Rowena fire that has displaced hundreds who lived between Rowena and The Dalles.

Fire Resource Center opens Today, June 16, in The Dalles for victims of Rowena Fire while locals are looking for ways to help and credible places to donate money. Hundreds affected by homes either lost or greatly damaged in wind-blown blaze.

The Beautification & Tree Committee proudly honors Kelsey and Tayler Alsheimer with the June Beautification Award for their outstanding garden at 505 W 3rd Place.

Despite the loss of 56 homes to the Rowena Fire, no fatalities have been confirmed as of Sunday, according to an official assessment by the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office.

The Dalles Elks and Iron Fitness are providing clothes and other necessary items for people recently burned out of their homes during the Rowena Fire.

The library is turning up the summer fun! From scavenger hunts and global music to hands-on crafts, movie nights, and marshmallow-filled pajama parties, this week’s lineup is packed with ways to connect, create, and chill. Whether you’re a teen, a parent, or just a curious mind, you’ll find something to spark your imagination—and maybe win a prize or two.

Starting June 16th, there will be a lane shift in front of Bi Mart, allowing for the excavation and installation of the 25’ deep, 12’ diameter concrete wet well. The lane shift will utilize the existing shoulder width to the west, towards the Bi Mart Side of W 6th St.

The Grill Steak & Seafood at the Country Club was forced to shutdown due to the Rowena Fire, however; great news from The Wasco County Sheriff's Office has saved the Father’s Day Festivities for the restaurant.

Emergency officials briefed residents Thursday night on the latest firefighting efforts, evacuation orders, and damage assessments related to the fast-moving Rowena Fire, which has scorched thousands of acres along the Columbia River Gorge.