The Dalles finished up their fall season of sports and many athletes made the all-conference lists. Congrats to all the athletes.

The Cascade Singers’ 2021 Christmas Concert will be presented at four different venues in The Dalles. Check out the dates and locations here.

CCCNews has rounded up a good handful of local holiday bazaars for the Mid-Columbia, but we are looking for more. Let us know. Click here to find local offerings or find out how to advertise yours.

Scott McKay gives us a little news from the Director, also includes info on Nu-2-U Shop, Ageless Awards, Medical Equipment and upcoming events.

In response to the newly approved COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11 years old, One Community Health (OCH) is hosting a series of family-friendly COVID vaccine clinics complete with cocoa and holiday lights to help the community stay safe this holiday season.

With breezy and muddy conditions, very few Riverhawk runners saw their best times at the State Meet in Eugene this weekend, and yet both teams placed significantly better than expected.

The program now runs year-round. It covers all types of heating, including propane, electric, gas, oil, coal, and wood. Those using wood sources receive a vendor voucher. The vendor would request reimbursement through Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP).

A Nice Touch - Steve Kelsey with The Dalles Iron Works installed a gate at St. Peter’s Landmark on Wednesday, Nov. 3. The gateway gives the iconic former Catholic Church another interesting element for those walking the path to the meeting room on the first floor.

Dottie Hansen and her friend made their rounds downtown The Dalles this afternoon, Monday, Nov. 1. A little rain is a cause for celebration for good things to come. Dottie said she had to get out for her walk as she is planning a trip to Orlando, Fl. for next spring. Isn’t that a great way to beat the blues?

Wasco County District Library November newsletter highlights two recent hires, details a family science activity kit and offers loads of activities and programs for children and teens. Read more here.

TD Kiwanis to hear from Wasco County District Attorney, to learn about bullying prevention, and they’ve got some duties on tap for two parades this month.

White Salmon community members were out and about the town last night enjoying the free Downtown Trick or Treat hosted by local businesses and the Festival of Light hosted by local churches and ministries including Grace Baptist Church.

Its massive arms held the saw as a toy, and its head twisted and contorted, with greasy hair and a countenance that bared sharp teeth and eyes that reflected orange. A maniacal laugh cut through the sound of the saw as the blades cut deeper into the wood.

Forecasters are calling for more rain this morning, Friday, Oct. 29. But there’s only a 3 percent chance of rain on Saturday and Sunday. But there is a 100 percent chance of a rain of candy today and Sunday as trick or treaters will hit downtown The Dalles today starting at 3:30 p.m. And the goblins return to your front porch on the 31st. Get your buckets ready!

The grant to Columbia Gorge Community College Foundation, an Oregon non-profit, allows the college to obtain oxy-acetylene tanks and a transport cart for gas welding classes.

Juan Reyes models service for LatinX communities to his daughters.

The change is pretty dramatic. The Dalles Marina, after 10 days of major clean-up, is looking a whole lot better on its western front. A fire destroyed 8 houseboats and sank two vessels on July. 4, prompting the clean-up that began on Oct. 12.

The Howards Haven Animal Sanctuary will host its 4th annual Pumpkin Patch event on October 23rd and 24th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 37 Monogan Howard Rd in Lyle. The event is free to attend although donations to the animal sanctuary are encouraged.

Booster shots for Moderna Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccinations are coming available to residents throughout Wasco, Sherman and Gilliam Counties in days to come.

The Gorge Happiness Month challenge is well underway and community members, businesses, and organizations around the Gorge are busy checking off their calendar of happiness month activities and their ‘Daily 3’. The challenge invites people to focus on building scientifically proven ‘happiness habits' that improve happiness and help build strong connections in the community.