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The Dalles-Wasco County Library has collected 478 cranes from the community as part of their 1,000 cranes project. The project was a cultural appreciation event for Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month.

Jun 27

Jun 27 NWPRD Plants More Trees at Sorosis Park

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In a continued effort to restore Sorosis Park’s Northern Wasco County Parks and Recreation District (NWPRD) in collaboration with Alpenglow has planted 25 new trees at Sorosis Park.

Jun 25

Jun 25 Victor Johnson at The Dalles Wasco County Library

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The Dalles Wasco County Library hosted The Dalles very own Victor Johnson on June 21, at 12 p.m. as the third performer in their Lunchtime Concerts on the Deck series.

Jun 25

Jun 25 Health Survey to improve options for locals in Wasco, Hood River counties

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Do you live in Hood River or Wasco County? Please take 10 minutes for our Community Health Assessment!
Enter to win a $100 Visa Gift card at the end of the survey. The survey is available in English and Spanish.
Closes July 15, 2024.

Jun 25

Jun 25 Encuesta de salud para mejorar las opciones para los locales en los condados de Wasco y Hood River

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¿Vive usted en el condado de Hood River o Wasco? ¡Tómese 10 minutos para llenar nuestra Evaluación
de Salud Comunitaria! Llénela y gane una tarjeta Visa de regalo por $100 al final de la encuesta.
La encuesta está disponible en inglés y en español. La encuesta se cierra el 15 de julio, 2024.

Jun 24

Jun 24 Fun Group lights up TD sky for Terry Nelson

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Terry was larger than life and will be deeply missed by many. He was a people person who found fun and friends wherever he went. Although he is no longer here his kindness and gift of connecting with people will be remembered with a smile.

Jun 20

Jun 20 Picture of the Day: Wasco County Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Program

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On June 18, the Wasco County Public Library kicked off its Summer Reading Program. The program aims to promote literacy and encourage kids to keep reading throughout the summer break.

Jun 19

Jun 19 Black in the Gorge's Juneteenth Celebration Draws 250 People

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Over 250 people attended Black in the Gorge’s (BIG) 2nd annual Juneteenth celebration at Jackson Park in Hood River on Sunday, June 16. The event featured food, fun, and performances from Boka Marimba Band, dance lessons from African Dance Instructor Ebenezer “Ne” Amartey, the Gorge Freedom Choir, and a DJ.

Jun 17

Jun 17 The Next Door Inc. Celebrates Student Success at Alternative High Schools

The Next Door

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The Next Door Inc. (TNDI) recently marked a significant milestone with the first two student graduations of 2024 at its alternative high schools, Klahre House and Kelly Avenue School. These schools serve as beacons of hope for at-risk and disenfranchised youth who have struggled within the traditional public education system.

Jun 14

Jun 14 The Dalles Library Concert Series Features Folk Artist from Government Camp, OR

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Eric Kallio, performed a live outdoor concert at The Dalles Wasco County Library today June, 14 as a part of the library’s "Lunchtime Concerts on the Deck" series featuring different musicians every Friday in June from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Concert goers enjoyed Kallio’s original folk music and tacos from Tacos Tumbras on the deck.

Jun 13

Jun 13 Honoring Dedication: Golden Apple Awards Shine Light on Exceptional Educators

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For the fourth year in a row, the North Wasco County Education Foundation solicited nominations for their Golden Apple Awards. These awards recognize excellent teachers and other staff in the North Wasco County School District. The program was created to incentivize excellence and honor outstanding staff.

Jun 12

Jun 12 Wylde Water & Wind Empowers Youth & Adults; Offers Free SUP and Wing Foiling Events in Hood River

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From the Columbia River to the shores of Mexico, three-time Stand Up Paddleboard World Champion Fiona Wylde has navigated waters around the globe. Now she’s making a splash in her hometown of Hood River with Wylde Wind & Water, a non-profit which aims to create equitable access to water sports through water safety education, youth water sports programs, free community programs for all ages and much more!

Jun 11

Jun 11 Key Club Graduates Honored for Community Service Contributions in The Dalles

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The Dalles Kiwanis Club congratulates our graduating High School Key Club members and thanks them and their advisors for their contribution to the community through service projects this year. Under the supervision of their advisors, Kayla Magill and Christina Burk, each of the following members earned a Key Club Graduation Medallion in special recognition of their hard work.

Jun 10

Jun 10 Photo Gallery: Hood River First Friday Shows It's Pride

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Hood River’s First Friday event served rainbow accented looks, prideful allyship, music, fun, and community resources on June 7 in downtown Hood River. The event aimed to foster community acceptance, raise awareness of local resources, and promote local businesses.

Jun 7

Jun 7 TDHS and Innovations Academy Hold Resilience Rally for Teen Mental Health

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Over 250 students from North Wasco County School District (both TDHS and Innovations Academy), grades 9-12, gathered together for an event focused on mental health, wellness, and resilience on June 4th.

Jun 7

Jun 7 Field Day at Dry Hollow Elementary: A Fun and Memorable Send-off

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The last day of school at Dry Hollow Elementary School was marked by a lively and engaging event called Field Day, where students participated in various outdoor games and activities. The annual tradition aims to provide a fun and memorable experience for the children.

Jun 5

Jun 5 Picture of the Day: Community Joins Forces for Weed Pulling Event at Sorosis Park

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Sorosis Park was buzzing with activity this morning as a diverse group of volunteers gathered for a weed pulling event organized by Google and North Wasco County Parks and Recreation District.

Jun 5

Jun 5 Water Relay Race Makes a Splash at Colonel Wright Elementary

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Fifth graders at Colonel Wright Elementary enjoyed a fun-filled water race organized by retired teacher Steve Chance. Mr. Chance, who returned to the school as a substitute teacher this year. Mr. Chance volunteered to revive the event, hoping to pass the event on to his son, a current teacher at the school in the future.

Jun 3

Jun 3 Free Kids Fishing Day Promises Family Fun at Spearfish Lake