The streets of The Dalles were aglow last Friday as classic cars, muscle cars, and custom vehicles took part in the annual Neon Cruise, a highlight of the "Cruise the Gorge" weekend.

The Threshing Bee event in Dufur, Oregon, held on August 10-11, was a vibrant celebration that blended the community’s agricultural roots with a lively festival atmosphere.

19-year-old Chris McPherson was working at the Wasco County Fair Grounds on Friday morning as the event center is being prepped for the upcoming Fair, Aug. 15- 18.

It’s just another day for The Link bus drivers in The Dalles, Everyday the Red and Blue routes circle The Dalles, helping send folks on their way, connecting them to their friends, their families, their jobs, and their community. 
Everybody rides. Some folks who get on the bus are regulars, other’s one-timers, or first-timers.

Through seven decades Bob Thouvenel has coached at his hometown high school and to celebrate his 80th birthday a “third and final” Bob-A-Long run will be held at Sorosis Park on Oct. 5 at 10 a.m. You can register now. All donations will benefit The Dalles High School Cross Country Team. Bob was on the first TDHS Cross Country Team in 1959.

The Wasco County Public Library transformed into a magical realm on July 31 to celebrate Harry Potter's birthday with an enchanting event that delighted fans of all ages. The date marks the occasion in “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” when Harry learns he is a wizard on his 11th birthday.

Serrato of Serrato Construction said he was taking care of the cleanup as much of the old restaurant was dismantled and placed in the east parking lot during the recent remodel. Pho Sai Gon, a Vietnamese restaurant is set to open at the location shortly.

When the temperature dropped from 105 to 85 degrees the other day, I did a little gardening. I got tired and really sweaty. It's too hot to do anything outside. We should be resting, not working. My best models of how to rest are cats. They lounge around, confident we are working to provide their shelter and food. They don't even read a book or watch Netflix

Candidate filings are still being accepted for Hood River Mayor and three City Councilor positions. The filing deadline is no later than 5 p.m., Tuesday, August 27, 2024, and voters will choose in the November 5, 2024, General Election. Paul Blackburn is currently the Mayor and Mark Zanmiller, Megan Saunders, and Gladys Rivera hold the Council seats that are in play.

Michelle Yamamoto, owner of the 301 Gallery in Hood River, led a workshop at The Dalles Library where local teens designed and built their own skateboards. 

The Dalles Beautification and Tree Committee is pleased to announce the winner of the June 2024 Beautification Award. The honor goes to the home at 200 West Scenic Drive, recognized for its stunning transformation and exemplary garden design.

The Boil Water Advisory currently in effect for Mosier residents will likely be in place until Tuesday, July 30, according to Engineer John Grim.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Oregon Department of Forestry and OSU Extension Agency is set to provide information on reducing fire fuels on forest land for landowners at the Pine Grove Grange on Thursday, July 25 at 5:30 p.m.

After 7 long years, Special Olympics Oregon offered the SUMMER STATE GAMES at Oregon State University July 12-14th.  

Delfino Hernandez wisely took advantage of the relatively cooler temperatures this morning, July 18, as he installed vinyl flooring in a home on Lincoln Street. the National Weather Service is calling for a high of 94 today and Friday. On Saturday, July 20 we’re looking to tip 103.

I discovered that whenever I was engaged in singing (sad or happy songs, it made no difference), I did not feel anxious or depressed. It felt as though the activity of singing changed something in my brain and nervous system. That’s exactly what music does.

“Yeah, I buried the nose twice today,” 14-year-old Angelo Fasulo said. “Yeah, I death rolled.”

Movement is afoot on the construction of a new Washington Federal Bank on West Sixth Street as the contractor has moved in and fenced the property before demolition.

Meet Wasco County Queen Audriyona and learn what is happening at the Wasco County Fair this year. Tickets are on sale now at a discount. Events kick off with Family Day on Aug. 15 and run through the 18th at the fairgrounds in Tygh Valley.