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Fred Meyer Shooting in The Dalles, Believed to be Self-Inflicted; 18-Year-Old Man Later Dies from Injuries

At 9:30 on March 9th, The Dalles Police responded to a 911 call from Fred Meyer Grocery Store on West 6th Street in The Dalles. Initially, the call type was unclear, but with the use of a translation service, the dispatchers were able to determine that there was a gunshot victim at that location.

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Visit Hood River Opens Applications for $40,000 Community Investment Matching Grant Program

Visit Hood River’s 2026 Community Investment Matching Grant Program is now accepting applications. Now in its fifth year, the annual program supports businesses and fosters community economic vitality throughout the greater Hood River area. This year’s program will award up to $40,000 in matching funds.

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Gorge Giggin’ Guide March 10-16

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is making the week so fun - Friday the 13th will feel like the Luckiest Day in the Gorge. Comedy Shows - Swing Dances - and Anniversary Celebrations - Get Out There! Did we mention the Cast of Newsies is ready to put on a show? Scroll down and get your tickets!


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Providence Hospice of the Gorge Offers Free Grief Support Groups in TD and HR Area

Providence Hospice of the Gorge is offering a series of free, professionally facilitated grief support groups this year for adults coping with the death of a loved one, including a new group forming in The Dalles this spring.

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Rattlesnakessssss: Shedding the Myths to Meet the Snake with Adrian Slade

Sense of Place continues its 16th season on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, with Rattlesnakessssss: Shedding the Myths to Meet the Snake. The event will take place at the Columbia Center for the Arts in Hood River, Oregon. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the presentation runs from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

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