Kiwanis meetings are held every Thursday at noon at Spooky’s and visitors are welcome.

CCCNews caught up with Fred Coleman at Riverfront Park in The Dalles on Wednesday, May 28 as he trained his black Lab to retrieve a waterfowl decoy.

As we sit upon the cusp of Memorial Day weekend, CCCNews took to the streets to find out what locals have planned for the three-day weekend. The answers were as varied and interesting as the people we ran in to.

Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) has connected with the Weatherization Assistance Program through the Northwest Community Action Center (NCAC), a division of the Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, to help households improve energy efficiency. 

The Dalles Art Center, in collaboration with the Northern Wasco County Parks and Recreation District, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Rock Snake, a whimsical, interactive public art installation designed to bring color, creativity, and community connection to Sorosis Park.

The parish will present music, mediation and memories on May 28, 2025 starting at noon. Come one, come all between noon and 3 p.m. and learn about the 150-year-old chapel.

Artist Chris Pothier washes the west wall of the Annex in downtown The Dalles this afternoon, May 16. He was at the intersection of Thai food and Copper West Properties - the very gut of TD - as he and Dylan McManus prepare for the latest mural in Little Art City on Lincoln Street.

From crafting vibrant block prints to cooking up blueberry pancakes, this week’s events at The Dalles Public Library offer something for every age and interest.

Whether you're crafting a heartfelt Mother’s Day gift, exploring your creativity, or learning to protect yourself and thrive emotionally, The Dalles Public Library has a full lineup of events to engage and inspire. From hands-on maker sessions to thought-provoking virtual talks, there’s something new to discover every week.

Local historians added a couple of names to the pantheon of great ones on Saturday, May 3 as the Wasco County Pioneers honored two of their top volunteers and most valuable players.

Kiwanis meetings are held every Thursday at noon at Spooky’s, and visitors are welcome.

North Wasco County School District 21 (NWCSD) is excited to announce that Kindergarten registration for the 2025–2026 school year will open online on May 5, 2025. Registration is available for incoming kindergarten students at Chenowith, Colonel Wright, and Dry Hollow Elementary Schools.

Join us for a Community Open House event to learn about the important role your regional food bank plays in fighting hunger. Discover how we support families in need and find out how you can get involved through volunteering, donating, or spreading awareness.

A portion of the immense collection of historical photos will go on display for one day, and one day only as the Reunion of the Wasco County Pioneers takes place at St. Mary’s Academy, 1112 Cherry Height’s Road, this Saturday, May 3, starting at 9:30 a.m. Bring your lunch money.

Port of The Dalles is keen to appoint the new Commissioner at their May 14, 2025, Port Commission Regular Session Meeting. Accordingly, find following the position vacancy notice and application; the deadline to apply is May 4, 2025.

Cherry Fest is hitting a fevered pitch as locals throw it into high gear tomorrow. Even the weatherman is getting in on it. Temps on Saturday are to hit 71 degrees Fahrenheit with winds in the single digits, according to the National Weather Service. Some events downtown kick off at 4 p.m. today

Join other Klickitat County business professionals at this special forum on Workforce Childcare Needs. Guest speakers and committee members will share what they have learned about the affect the childcare crisis is having in our community. Information will be provided on KCCC's work supporting the licensing of new childcare providers in the area.

The Dalles is bursting with family-friendly fun, egg hunts and brunches to keep the bunny hopping all weekend long. Whether you’re on the lookout for golden eggs, brunch buffets, or just a photo op with the Easter Bunny, there’s something for every bunny in the Gorge.

Peterson and Douillard said they hiked out to the highway to catch  the 11 mile hitch into Julian on Monday morning as they were looking forward to free slice of pie at Mom’s Pie House - a PCT tradition. Meanwhile here at CCCNews headquarters we got a call from Victor Johnson who pointed out that Julian was the epicenter of a 5.2 magnitude earthquake at 10:08 a.m. that morning. 

Local crafters stepped into the world of oddities and imagination Monday evening at The Dalles-Wasco County Public Library’s latest Maker Monday event.