Rain Gives Grasshopper Fire Crews an Assist, but Brings New Hazards
Rain and cooler temperatures are helping tame the 93,972-acre Grasshopper Fire, but gusty winds, weakened trees and muddy roads could create new hazards for crews.
Wasco County Eases Grasshopper Fire Evacuations as Heavy Rain Approaches
Wasco County has downgraded Level 1 and Level 2 evacuation notices as the 93,972-acre Grasshopper Fire remains 83% contained and crews prepare for substantial rain.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Sept. 1 - 7
This Week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is all about The Labor of Music - You’ve Worked Hard and Now We Get to Celebrate - Make Sure You Put The Guide to Work - So You Don’t Have to! Have Fun and Get Out There!
Grasshopper Fire Jumps to 83% Containment as Crews Eye Coming Rain
Containment of the 93,961-acre Grasshopper Fire has climbed from 76% to 83% as crews secure active areas and prepare for cooler, wetter weather.
Grasshopper Fire Crews Gain Ground in Boulder Creek as Rain Enters Forecast
The Grasshopper Fire remains at 76% containment and 93,886 acres as crews make progress in the southwest corner and forecasters eye possible rain by Wednesday.
Two New Exhibits at Columbia Center for the Arts Reconsider the American West
Columbia Center for the Arts will open two exhibitions Friday, Sept. 4, that converge around identity, ecology, and the layered histories of the American West as well as the geological, cultural, and political story of the Columbia River. Both run through Oct. 30 and open with a First Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. at the center, located at 215 Cascade Ave.
Bringing Full-Time Primary Care Back to South Wasco County - Deschutes Rim Health Clinic
For residents scattered across roughly 1,000 square miles of south Wasco County, getting to a doctor can mean a long drive. Deschutes Rim Health Clinic is working to make that trip a lot shorter.
Hot, Dry, Gusty Weather Challenges Grasshopper Fire as Containment Holds at 76%
Critically dry fuels, falling humidity and gusty winds are challenging crews on the 93,794-acre Grasshopper Fire, with worsening fire weather expected Wednesday.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Aug. 25 - 31
The Summer is Flying by and The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is Keeping Your Music Schedule in Top Gear with Festivals, a Barge-a-Palooza, Summer Nights in the Park, special performances and benefit shows - and more - Have Fun and Get Out There!
Grasshopper Fire jumps to 61% containment as crews secure more of 92,408-acre blaze
Grasshopper Fire containment jumped from 49% to 61% Wednesday as crews secured more of the 92,408-acre blaze, with the southern perimeter now in patrol status and heat detections declining around homes.
Grasshopper Fire reaches 49% containment as crews brace for Red Flag winds
Grasshopper Fire containment reached 49% Tuesday as crews reported major progress on the northeast flank, but winds gusting up to 30 mph could test eastern fire lines during Red Flag conditions.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Aug. 18 - 24
This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is all about The Music, The Music, and More Music! All of Your Favorite Venues are on the Ball with Gigs catering to Everyone! Have Fun and Get Out There!
Grasshopper Fire containment jumps to 47% as crews gain ground on the northeast flank
Containment on the 90,667-acre Grasshopper Fire jumped to 47% Monday as firefighters secured large portions of the northeastern perimeter, though warmer, drier and windier conditions could test lines Tuesday.
Thoughts from the Tractor Seat: When the Fair Had to Move, Two Counties Came Together
The Grasshopper Fire got me thinking about county fairs. Not necessarily about the rides, ribbons, or livestock shows, but about why county fairs matter in the first place.
Grasshopper Fire nears 87,000 acres as crews expand structure protection southeast
The Grasshopper Fire grew to 86,974 acres Friday as crews expanded structure protection southeast of the active Tygh Creek headwaters flank, with National Guard personnel helping prepare homes around Shadybrook.
Grasshopper Fire destroys six homes and 15 outbuildings as crews battle the eastern flank
The Grasshopper Fire has destroyed at least six homes and 15 outbuildings as the 85,114-acre wildfire continues threatening communities along its eastern flank, officials reported Thursday.
CCCNews Podcast: Columbia Gorge Health Council expands community health worker training with $2.3 million grant
A $2.3 million grant will help the Columbia Gorge Health Council expand community health worker training while strengthening connections between health care and underserved Gorge communities.
Grasshopper Fire reaches 83,642 acres as the eastern flank advances to Hix, Elliott roads
The Grasshopper Fire surged to 83,642 acres Wednesday as wind-driven flames reached Hix and Elliott roads, prompting additional structural protection resources as firefighters battle the rapidly advancing eastern flank.
Indian Creek Poetry Walk seeks poems for 2027 trail display
Organizers of the Indian Creek Poetry Walk are seeking submissions from Mid-Columbia Gorge poets for the 2027 installation along the popular 4.5-mile trail in Hood River.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Aug. 11 - 17
This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide highlights the Wasco County Fair, Families in the Park, an Eagles Cover Band, a Latino Festival and a lot more music to get you on the Dance Floor…….. it’s just Another Typical Week in the Gorge! Go Ahead and Get Out There!
