We have a great night of music arranged for this Friday with the Soulard Boys at the UCC church in The Dalles. This group is a mix of top-tier musicians playing high-energy traditional Irish music.

The Dalles Civic Auditorium is thrilled to announce the return of its Second Annual Haunted House, produced in partnership with Great Skot Productions. This spine-chilling community event will take place on Friday, October 18, from 5:00–9:00 PM at The Dalles Civic Auditorium, during The Witches Walk in downtown The Dalles.

Since June, Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC) has provided essential recovery services to community members affected by the Rowena Fire, with significant progress in securing long-term housing for displaced residents.

The proposed law would treat a property as a public nuisance if three qualifying incidents occur within six months, including disturbances within 300 feet caused by patrons or invitees affecting nearby homes, businesses, or public spaces.

When Chuck Gomez and his wife, Deborah Liddell, bought the long-shuttered Granada Theater in 2017, they weren’t just investing in a building. They were betting on The Dalles’ downtown and its history.

Northern Wasco County People's Utility District (NWCPUD) has earned a place on Oregon Business magazine's “100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon” for 2025, marking the second consecutive year the utility has received this recognition. The utility improved its standing from last year, ranking 16th among Large Organizations with a score of 572.89 out of 700, up from 21st place and 570.29 in 2024.

A narcotics investigation in The Dalles led to the arrest of a 63-year-old man on drug, weapons and child neglect charges. Officials said community tips helped advance the case, with more arrests likely.

The Tree of Joy holiday program for low-income families in Klickitat and Skamania counties has grown over the past few years.

Starting October 13th, the underpass between 6th St and 2nd St on Hostetler Street will be closed to all traffic for underground storm pipe installation. The closure will be in effect 24/7 with an estimated duration of 3 weeks.

Volunteer group providing voice for children in court notch a big win in race for kids.

QLife is pushing the boundaries of rural broadband by seeking $10.4 million in federal funding, a bid to transform Wasco County’s connectivity with fiberoptic infrastructure that leaders say rivals the impact of rural electrification.

Kasey McCullough, brewmaster and co-owner of Working Hands Fermentation in Hood River, says his path from aspiring sports medicine doctor brewer has been shaped by science, flavor, and a commitment to community. In a recent CCCNews podcast, McCullough spoke with host Tom Peterson about his career, the evolution of the craft beer industry, and his vision for Working Hands’ future.

Maupin man killed on Sunday, Oct. 5, while driving south of town on Highway 197.

The City of The Dalles Public Works Department will work on a pavement preservation project on Monday, October 13, 2025, through Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the following location: E 13th St. between Washington St. and Federal St. – Full road closure during work hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All The Best is here in this week’s Giggin Guide - Get Out There!

Autumn comes alive at the library this week with a mix of Sleepy Hollow–inspired arts, hands-on workshops, and performances for all ages. Whether you’re dipping candles like the villagers of Sleepy Hollow, joining a harp workshop, or diving into Leigh Bardugo’s Six of Crows universe, the library has something magical waiting for you.

The first day of fall arrived this past week. Out in the orchard, the mornings carry a chill, the sky deepens to that September blue, and the seasons shift once again. Farming teaches you that change is certain — the blossoms of spring give way to summer fruit, and autumn reminds us that nothing stays forever.

On the latest CCCNews Podcast, Executive Director and co-founder Kiara Kashubs described how the Gorge Farmer Collective started in March 2020, when farmers suddenly lost access to restaurants and markets. What began with five farms experimenting with an online marketplace has since expanded to more than 35 producers serving families, schools, food banks, and restaurants across Hood River, White Salmon, The Dalles, Mosier, and Lyle.

Downtown merchants are turning First Friday into a fight. They will be celebrating with deals, cocktails and fun with a serious cause — raising awareness and supporting neighbors battling cancer, a disease that’s touched them personally.

The Dalles Art Center is seeing a renaissance under the leadership of Executive Director Ellen Woods Potter, who joined this week’s “What’s Up, The Dalles” podcast to share big updates on public art, youth programming, and the center’s role in the evolving cultural fabric of downtown.