Last Call: Northwest Mural Fest Voting Period Ends January 11th
The Northwest Mural Fest has extended the public input and voting period on mural themes until January 11th, 2022. The community is encouraged to share their input by voting for the themes they would like to see go up on the walls around The Dalles during the 2022 Mural Fest.
Wasco County Update: COVID Outbreak, Legislation, Wildfire Smoke Response, Grants Awarded and Community Enhancement Projects
Get the highlights of the recent Wasco County Commission Meeting without having to sit through a 3-hour meeting. The meeting held on January 1st, 2022 covered topics such as a COVID outbreak at an emergency homeless shelter, wildfire smoke response, upcoming legislation about Medicaid for incarcerated youth and adults, County priorities and prioritized enhancement projects for 2022, and more.
Semi Truck Collision with Fallen Rock on SR-14
Large fallen rocks and a semi-truck collided on Washington SR-14 occurred on Wednesday morning around 4 a.m on January 5th, 2022. The collision occurred just between Rowena Tunnel 2 and the Lyle Cherry Orchard trailhead.
Sense of Place Lecture Jan 12th, Native Bees of the Gorge
Join Mt. Adams Institute for a Sense of Place lecture on, Native Bees of the Gorge featuring Frances Fischer on January, 12th, 2022, at 7 p.m.
Quick & Easy Wasco County Commission Preview for Jan. 5th at 9 a.m. County to Consider Community Enhancement Projects and Funding Priorities
Get a sneak peek at the upcoming Wasco County Board of Commissioners Meeting without having to read through 220 pages of an Agendas and Board Packets.
WINTER STORM WATCH: Closures and Weather Forecast for The Columbia River Gorge
A blizzard has brought traffic to a stop in the Columbia River Gorge this morning.
Surprising Those Experiencing Houselessness with Some Christmas Spirit
The holidays can be challenging for those experiencing homelessness in The Dalles. But this year, Mid-Columbia Community Action Council, The Dalles Aging and People with Disabilities Office, and Lilo’s BBQ went the extra mile to bring some Christmas cheer to those experiencing housing instability in The Dalles.
Senate Bill 819 Gives Second Chance to People with Felony Sentences and Convictions in Wasco County
Oregonians convicted of felonies will be able to legally petition for reconsideration of their sentence and convictions on January 1st, 2022 when Senate Bill 819 goes into effect. The enactment of the law is considered a huge win for those looking for a second chance at sentencing and at full reintegration into their communities. Wasco County District Attorney Matt Ellis has created a special hearing docket scheduled for January 6th, 2022 at 8:30 AM to hear the first round of petitions from Wasco County community members. The hearing will be presided over by Wasco County Circuit Judge Janet Stauffer.
TDHS Basketball Loses a Close Road Game Against 6A Century
The Dalles high school boys basketball team played in a non-league away game Tuesday, Dec 28th against 6A Century Jaguars in what was a close game. The Hawks battled all game but would eventually lose 60-52.
MCMC & OHSU Breaking Ties
MCMC and OHSU formally ended several aspects of their collaborative agreement that will affect primary care, general surgery, orthopedics, endocrinology in weeks and months to come. It is the latest news about the local hospital that cut ties with OHSU Cardiology in August and has seen 14 clinicians leave the Medical Center in the past year.
TD Public Works on How to Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing This Winter
The weather forecast calls for sustained very cold temperatures in the next week. Community members can save themselves the hassle and cost of emergency repairs by taking a few simple steps to reduce the risk of burst pipes when freezing weather sets in.
WAGAP Warming Shelter Opens With a New Operating Model
The homeless housing team at Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) began offering Warming Shelter services for unsheltered people in Skamania and Klickitat Counties on December 13, 2021.
Question of the Week: What's for Dinner this Christmas?
This week's question of the week asks us to share in our families, neighbors, and friends culinary traditions, culture...and gives us some ideas of what we might cook for ourselves this Christmas.
Letters to Santa
Rekindle the magic of this holiday season through the innocent and hopeful letters of local 3rd graders.
Local artist sought in creation of sculpture and new TD pocket park
LIttle Art City Strikes again. The Dalles Art Center seeking local artist submissions to us for a three-dimensional sculpture created through the medium of blacksmithing. It will be installed at an upcoming “pocket park” at the corner of 2nd and Washington streets in the spring of 2022.
2nd Round of Walldogs Mural Themes Honors Community Ask for More Diversity
Northwest Mural Fest has released their second round of mural themes for public input on their website.
TDHS Boys Basketball Impresses in Woodburn Tournament
This past week, starting Dec 16th to Dec 18th, The Dalles high school boys basketball team played some tough basketball at a tournament in Woodburn and has some real success. The Hawks made it to the semi-finals before falling to Woodburn in a close game.
How to Survive the Holidays With Your Mental Health Intact
Monique Adams, LCSW, CADC from MCMC gives some therapist-grade advice to help you get through the holidays, especially if you have a pre-existing mental health condition, are newly divorced, grieving, are LGBTQ, or have estranged family.
Blanket Drive to Help Those In Need Stay Warm This Winter
Wasco County Medical Reserve Corps will host their 9th Annual Blanket Drive on January 15th, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the corner of Federal and E. 3rd St. in The Dalles. Blanket Drive donations benefit The Warming Place in The Dalles.
Quick & Easy Wasco County Commission Dec. 15th Update
Get the highlights of the recent Wasco County Commission Meeting without having to sit through a 2-hour meeting.