ODFW to hold Meeting in TD to discuss Big Game Hunting Regs for 2023
District wildlife biologists will present proposed statewide and local changes to the 2023 hunting seasons, answer questions and ask for attendees’ feedback. A meeting is slated for Thursday, July 14 at 6 p.m. in The Dalles.
Former HAVEN Director Tara Koch charged with theft of more than $96,000
Tara Koch, former Executive Director of HAVEN from Domestic and Sexual Violence in The Dalles was arrested Thursday, July 7th, 2022 in Washington County on 26 counts including theft, identity theft and forgery.
Google looks to women, people of color to fill openings in trade work
Oregon Tradeswomen’s Mary Ann Naylor said it is a perfect time for women and people of color to enter the trade industry. Major projects in the gorge could call for huge demand from skilled professionals. A recent $150,000 grant from Google is opening up opportunities at both state and local levels. “Tell them to be tough-skinned to get through their apprenticeship and the world is your oyster, said local Electrician Brennah Miller, “and you can go anywhere.”
City of The Dalles Climate Change Resiliency Committee gains steam
The Climate Resiliency Committee held their first official meeting at The Dalles City Hall at 9 a.m. on July 8th to finalize a regular meeting schedule, elect a chair and finalize the committee’s mission statement.
Goldendale Community Days celebrate Goldendale’s 150th year this July 8th-9th
Goldendale Community Days will kick off on Friday night July 8th at 6:30 p.m. on the Klickitat County Courthouse lawn with a celebration of Goldendale’s Sesquicentennial, which celebrates the 150th anniversary of Goldendale’s founding.
Student lead club is committed to building a culture of social equity at CGCC
Columbia Gorge Community College has a new club for students interested in social equality: the EQUAL Club.
TD Man found guilty of kidnapping at gunpoint gets 12 year, 9 month sentence
On February 9, 2022, Dakota Glenn and another person violently confronted a victim at gunpoint in The Dalles. They ransacked his home, stealing some of the few possessions he had. They took him from his home by threatening him with a gun and forced the victim to accompany them across town.
TD's Peterson passes mile 950 on PCT, climbs up to meet the bears
TD Grad Emily Peterson, AKA Zombie, has surpassed 950 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail but not without some major effort. These past 13 days, she has been through big elevation gains and losses covering 7 mountain passes in six days in just one stretch.
Sneakers burning at TD's Fourth of July Rocket Run; Race Results
Shoes were poppin’ on the Fourth of July in The Dalles as runners lined up for the Rocket Run at Lewis Clark Festival Park at 7 a.m. Harriers put up some good numbers on a picture-perfect morning against the backdrop of the Columbia River along the Riverfront Trail.
Washington ranks 3rd in supernatural sightings
A new report from Great Lakes Stakes analyzes UFO and ghost sightings in all 50 states has revealed that Washington is the 3rd most likely state in which supernatural sightings occur.
Can you hear that? 4th of July weekend calling in one hour
Tick, tick, tick. One hour to madness. Here we go into the three-day weekend with more things to do than firecrackers have fuses. The Dalles Downtown is kicking things off in an hour with First Friday. More than 30 businesses are staying open late with all sorts of activities happening including live music, specials, drinks, treats and more.
Barclifts powering up Longs at Pioneer Electric
Leta and Tim Barclift found the perfect family to take over Pioneer Electric, their appliance store in downtown The Dalles. And Frankia and Elsherie Long are excited about the opportunity to run their own business, involve their children, and strengthen family ties.
Question of the Week: What’s the best festival you’ve ever been to?
This week’s question of the week is a festive, summery question meant to open the box on good memories of days gone by.
Whitewater Rafting in the Columbia River Gorge
Hattie Fletcher, experienced whitewater rafter shares her first column on whitewater rafting as recreation in the Columbia River Gorge.
Keep it legal, keep it safe: Where you can and can't use fireworks in the Gorge this 4th of July
To reduce fire risk, some local governments in the Gorge have regulations or bans on the use of fireworks. Those intending to use fireworks to celebrate this Fourth of July, will need to know a few things in order to keep it legal and keep themselves and others safe.
Home at Last Humane Society Announces Community Survey Results, Seeks Committee Members
On June 23rd Home at Last Humane Society released the results of a recent community survey that aimed to better understand community priorities for animal management in the region and how to pay for those services. The results revealed that community members value the animal shelter and believe that new and sustainable funding sources must be found to maintain services.
TD Police Sgt. Doug Kramer reverses overdose with quick actions
One local resident received a second chance at life after The Dalles Police Sergeant Doug Kramer sprang into action when recognizing the signs that the male was experiencing an overdose of fentanyl earlier this month. Kramer’s ability to save the man under dire circumstances was recognized on Monday, June 27, at The Dalles City Council meeting.
Wasco and Hood River County DA Sign Pledge to Not Prosecute Abortions
In wake of the Supreme Court’s decision on Friday June 24th, 2022 to overturn Roe v. Wade, eighty-eight elected prosecutors from around the nation, including Wasco and Hood River District Attorney’s Matt Ellis and Carrie Rasmussen committed to not prosecute those who seek, assist in or provide abortions.
The Dalles shows its Pride today, June 26
Hundreds came to participate in or watch the Columbia Gorge Pride Parade that started at 10 a.m. this morning, June 26, in The Dalles. Participants were joyful about the event but some were also warry as the Roe V. Wade Supreme Court Decision on Friday hinted at the erosion of federally protected same-sex marriage rights.
Gorge Locals Respond to the Overturning of Roe vs. Wade
Today Friday, June 24th, 2022 the U.S Supreme Court ruled to overturn Roe vs. Wade and eliminate the constitutional right to an abortion on a federal level. The decision leaves the issue in the hands of state legislatures. CCCNews took to the streets today to find out how locals are responding to the decision.