Louis Red Cloud stepped into the sky on Saturday, Oct. 12, in quest of lighting up the Fun Group star in West the Dalles, atop the former Bert Hodges property.

Northern Wasco County People’s Utility District has three positions open for the Nov. 5 general election. None of the races are contested as incumbents are seeking to retain their seats in Subdivisions 1 through 3.

The North Wasco County Education Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelsey Alsheimer as its new Administrative Director. Alsheimer brings over a decade of experience in grant and proposal writing, non-profit management, and a passion for community-driven education initiatives.

Tom Somerville was hard at this morning using his trowel to remove knotweed, dandelion and cat’s ear from the bricks outside a home on east 19th Street in The Dalles. “I started here in the sun,” he said, noting the morning chill sent him on a hunt for warmer climates within the yard.

The Columbia Gorge Food Bank invites the community to come together for an evening of celebration, compassion, and generosity at Empty Bowls 2024. This year’s benefit, held for the first time in our warehouse, supports our mission to end hunger in Wasco, Sherman, and Hood River counties

Columbia Gorge Community College (CGCC) is proud to announce its continuing relationship with the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI). CGCC will be entering into its fourth year in the program, which recently announced its largest expansion to date.

We have 3 professional meteorologists who publish wind forecasts for the Gorge three times every summer day,” Godsey said. “While these forecasts are tailored for water sports, they could also be helpful for boaters, fishermen, and during fire events.

Public comment sought: We have teamed up with experts from Harper Houf Peterson Righellis (HHPR) and Columbia West Engineering to explore and develop a trail connection that will span approximately 0.19 miles from SR 14 to SR 141. This trail will navigate a steep, rocky hillside and pass close to several private properties.

Work will begin soon to replace the existing Tree Top Playground at Sorosis Park in The Dalles. The last day for public access to the playground is Wednesday, September 25. On Thursday, September 26, temporary fencing will be installed around the perimeter of the playground site to promote safety and limit access to the site.

The event will be held at Sorosis Park in The Dalles. Nancy Richardson reports that more than 80 players will be competing on Saturday, Sept. 21. Action starts at 8 a.m.

Tom Connolly, Director Emeritus of Archeological Research for the University of Oregon’s Museum of Natural and Cultural History, will speak about the Barlow Road and other early roads in our area at St. Paul’s Chapel in The Dalles on Sept. 21 at 10 a.m.

This presentation will cover the ongoing efforts of far-right radical groups to recruit local sheriffs into their extremist movements and organize law enforcement officers to undermine our democracy and the rule of law.

This work will impact East 15th Street between Kelly Avenue and Terrace Drive/Jefferson Street on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Work hours are anticipated to be 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Currently, there are no pedestrian routes or separate pedestrian paths connecting White Salmon to the Columbia River waterfront. This connector project aims to create a safe, dedicated pedestrian path, distinct from high-traffic routes on SR 14 and SR 141. Upon completion of the Hood River-White Salmon Interstate Bridge replacement project, this connector will enhance multi-modal accessibility and integration with the new bridge.

“We’re so excited to finally have this project in place and ready for our families to start using!” said Mayor Marla Keethler. “The splash pad was a park improvement that was included in the city’s 2022 Park System Plan update and received broad community support."

Bruce Borders uses his magic wand to brighten up a crosswalk at the corner of Fifth and Court streets in The Dalles on Tuesday, as he and fellow City of The Dalles Public Works employee Russ Duncan worked around the downtown core brightening up striping in the area.

As a dark storm brewed over The Dalles on Thursday evening, Aug. 22, the thunder seemed to carry an ominous warning for those gathered at the Wasco County Public Library: a murder was about to unfold. 

“We’re trying to get the best possible nomination that we can,” said Tiffany Ford with Bicoastal Media. “It’s going to make their life a whole lot easier.” This year, Wheels of Hope will provide a struggling family lacking transportation options with a 2005 Dodge Durango to help them meet their daily travel needs. Nominations of deserving families can be made at GorgeRadio.com

The annual summer festival brings together an eclectic bunch of through-hikers who are walking from Mexico to Canada or vice-versa. Games, Food, Raffles and some awesome presentations celebrate and promote hiking, camping, backpacking & outdoor stewardship. 

Sarah Crook proposed extending this service with the introduction of the Gorge Pass, which would allow students to travel for free throughout the entire Gorge region, including to Portland and Vancouver.