Labor Day weekend if here and that means summer is drawing to a close. Although fall starts at the end of this month, the weather has made its drastic turn away from summer. But that doesn't mean our summer plans are over, there’s still plenty of adventure to be had.

El Grito returns to White Salmon’s Rheingarten Park on Sunday, September 17, from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. as the kick-off event for Hispanic Heritage Month on the Washington side of the Gorge. All are welcome, and admission is free.

The Mt. Adams Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the annual Huckleberry Festival in Daubenspeck Park beginning Friday, September 8, 2023, with Opening Ceremonies at 5:30 p.m. No charge for entry. Come celebrate everything huckleberry all weekend long up to 5 p.m. Sunday with a diverse array of vendors to select from.

Fifth-grade student Addie Underhill of Dufur School was selected as one of thirteen winners in a statewide annual Calendar Art Contest sponsored by Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC). Addie's artwork was selected among 1,722 entries submitted to the contest showcasing diverse agricultural and natural resource commodities.

“Hold On To Your Hat!” was the theme for the 2023 Sherman County Fair, with Grand Marshalls Steve and Anita Kock and Royalty Violet Woods. Sherman County 4-H and FFA members entered a variety of competitions, with Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion winners listed below:

The pair said they were taking the week off from work and camping at Deschutes River State Recreation Area while checking the area out. “Nobody’s got that,” Cassa said looking at the recently built Mountain Bike Skills Park near Safeway in The Dalles.

Barbers from Last Hope Barbershop donated their time to cut students hair for free at Wy’East Middle School Gym on Friday August 25th, from 4 to 6 p.m. The event aimed to uplift students' spirits for going back to school and foster a sense of togetherness within the Hood River community.

Lyle Fire & Rescue as they unveiled their latest addition to the team: a new water tender. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for the district, especially after its dedicated community campaign, "Lose the Loan" fundraiser.

Waterfront Park experienced a burst of energy during late morning hours as Chelsea took to rollerblading, injecting a dynamic vibe into the serene environment.

Bella, is a two year old Cavalier who loves her job as a shop dog at Darling Boutique in downtown Hood River, OR. This cute little puppy is a hardworking member of the community who loves life behind the counter, serving up smiles to customers and to passersby.

The September exhibition is the first comprehensive showing of the work an Oregon textile artist from her early years, the influence of her family to her work creating print designs for national fabric companies, to her full-circle journey into personal storytelling through memorial quilts.

The board is seeking to elect new board members to step in for the following positions: Volunteer Coordinator, Membership Coordinator, and Project Coordinator. Click here to learn more.

A wide variety of scientific concepts were explored including force, motion, gravity, momentum, inertia, and more. A total of 44 individuals participated in the camps, with a total attendance of 136.

Locals are getting a sneak peek at the skate bowl being created at The Dalles Skate Park next to the Aquatic Center on Second Street.

Many people in the community know my mom, Sue-Ann Rodriguez Goodwin, as the dedicated educator who cared for and educated their kindergarteners at Colonel Wright Elementary School. After decades of service, she has made a career shift and is now educating locals and tourists alike at The Dalles Dam Visitor Center.

“The way we plan to beat the heat is drinking water, and driving faster. It’s a two-hour drive home, so we should be out of it before it gets bad,” Emily said.

The City of The Dalles Public Works Department will be painting the center and side lines on several streets throughout the community on Monday, August 14 through Thursday, August 17, 2023, beginning at 6:00 am each day, weather permitting.

Riverside Community Church in downtown Hood River offers participants a safe and sacred place to share grief, whether it be for personal losses, or circumstances in the world.

Serious Theater presents a concert of the music written by jazz era greats return to The Dalles on Sunday September 3rd at 2:00 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church

The Put the Scenic Back in Sorosis fundraiser led by Annette Beyers, has successfully raised over $200,000, of their $347,000 fundraising goal. With less than a month left in the fundraiser, the park still needs to raise some $142-$147k to push phase sne of the park's rehabilitation project over the finish line.