Oregon Veterans’ Home Invites Community to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
Free Fourth of July celebration features barbecue, games, crafts, live music and fireworks viewing at Oregon Veterans’ Home.
Kiwanis Programs for July, 2026
Kiwanis meetings are held every Thursday at noon at Spooky's and visitors are welcome.
June's in Full Bloom at the Sorosis Rose Garden
Nearly 400 roses are in bloom at The Dalles' Sorosis Rose Garden, with sunshine returning this week and peak color expected throughout June.
New Column: NICHOLS & CENTS - Pieces of Eight
Spanish “pieces of eight” once fueled early American commerce, often chopped into “bits” for change, leaving us slang like “two bits” and “picayune.”
Columbia Gorge CASA Unveils Playhouse for Raffle Built by Students at South Wasco County High School
Columbia Gorge CASA unveiled at Maupin Daze its new playhouse to be raffled off. This year’s playhouse was built by students in the Career & Technical Education program at South Wasco County High School. Proceeds from the raffle support Columbia Gorge CASA’s advocacy for abused and neglected children.
Columbia Gorge Honda Recognized with Honda Environmental Leadership Award for Facility Efficiency and Environmental Commitment
Columbia Gorge Honda has been honored with the Honda Environmental Leadership Award, a testament to Columbia Gorge Honda’s ongoing efforts in optimizing facility efficiency and demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
Kiwanis Programs for June, 2026
Kiwanis meetings are held every Thursday at noon at Spooky's, and visitors are welcome.
TD Beautification Award Winner for May 2026
The Beautification & Tree Committee proudly honors Cindy and Steve Russell with the May Beautification Award for their outstanding garden at 300 W 6th Street.
Memorial Day Ceremony Honors Fallen Service Members at Sorosis Park
Veterans, families and young Scouts gathered at Sorosis Park on Memorial Day to remember those who died in military service and ensure their sacrifices are not forgotten.
Rotary Raffle raises over $12,000
The winner of a Costa Rican adventure was drawn in a nonprofit raffle as the White Salmon-Bingen Rotary Club Foundation awarded a five-night stay at the Vista Ballena Hotel in Costa Rica, plus $1,500 toward airfare and transportation to Brian Heimbigner of Vancouver.
The Dalles Pool Opens for Summer Season with Weekend Swim Schedule
Families returned to the water this weekend as The Dalles Public Pool opened for the season, offering open swim weekends through mid-June before daily operations begin.
Memorial Day parades and Ceremonies Set for Mosier and Wasco
Communities in Mosier and Wasco will honor fallen service members Monday with Memorial Day parades, ceremonies and family-friendly events continuing long-standing local traditions.
Downtown Beautification Grants Offer Up to $300 for Storefront Improvements
The City of The Dalles Beautification and Tree Committee is pleased to announce the 2026 Downtown Beautification Grant. This grant provides reimbursement of up to $300 to eligible downtown businesses and property owners for projects that enhance the visual appeal of their storefronts.
Arlington school earns national Silver Medal for career readiness program
Arlington Community Charter School earned a national Silver Medal for its college and career readiness program, highlighting student planning, community partnerships and post-graduation preparation.
The History Museum’s Rolling on the River annual fundraiser, May 21
The History Museum of Hood River County is holding its annual fundraiser on May 21, 2026: Rolling on the River, Celebrating the History of the Gorge. Join us to build community and support local history.
North Wasco County School District Announces Kindergarten Open House Nights
The North Wasco County School District is excited to welcome incoming kindergarten students and their families to upcoming Kindergarten Open House Nights at its elementary schools.
The Next Door Inc. Celebrates 55 Years of Impact
In 1971, concerned community members opened The Next Door Inc. (TNDI) to provide a safe home for local teens. They could not have imagined what that small but powerful act of compassion would become.
TDHS Chapter of National Honor Society completes annual cleanup at St. Peter’s Landmark
Students and volunteers removed weeds and spread 47 bags of mulch during the 14th annual cleanup at St. Peter’s Landmark ahead of Cherry Festival.
Earth Day volunteers make a clean sweep of Riverfront Trail
Volunteers removed about 500 pounds of trash from The Dalles Riverfront Trail on Earth Day, clearing debris from the Discovery Center to the marina during the annual community cleanup effort.
Off the path in Panama City: TD youth turns spring break into summer service
TD’s Aaron Girdham takes a trip south of the border to help construct a church in Panama City and finds himself in a deep cultural immersion filled with color, music and sharing.