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Locals took a lot of swings this week at our trivia question about the name of this iconic burger joint in The Dalles. But there could only be one Hum-Dinger!

Apr 29

Apr 29 Riders in the Sky Return to Granada Theatre for Unforgettable Western Experience

The Historic Granada Theatre is proud to welcome The Riders in the Sky back to the Historic Granada Theatre stage. The best in Western music since 1977. Award-winning harmonies, wacky Western wit, and high-yodeling adventures. “It’s the Cowboy Way!”

Apr 27

Apr 27 US Sen. Merkley Questions: Grocery Inflation, Housing and Working with Trump

The Dalles, Home Page, Wasco County

US Senator Jeff Merkley answered questions about housing, high cost of groceries and the possibility of working with former President Donald Trump.

Apr 26

Apr 26 Help Shape the Future of the old Tony’s Town & Country Site

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

The Columbia Gateway Urban Renewal Agency (CGURA) is seeking public input on the redevelopment of a prime piece of downtown property located at 2nd and Federal street, (the former location of Tony’s Town & Country.)

Apr 26

Apr 26 Interview with Dan Richardson, Wasco County Commissioner Candidate

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

Join CCCNews as Wasco County Commissioner candidate Dan Richardson dives into his campaign, his background, and his time as a city councilor in The Dalles. This interview gets into some of the more recently heated topics at The Dalles City Council and offers a rare insight into that decision-making process and understanding some of the outcomes families are living with, in The Dalles.

Apr 26

Apr 26 TD Council gives itself a raise in hopes of attracting more diverse candidates

Councilor Dan Richardson said the increase of a $100 to $400 monthly stipend would help the diversity and number of people seeking election to Council, providing a broader voice for residents.

Apr 26

Apr 26 Google Contributes $50K to Support Dufur School Health Center

Education, Home Page, Positive News, The Dalles, Wasco County

Today, April 24, Google announced it is contributing $50,000 to Dufur School District to support the creation of a new school-based health center designed to expand access to medical care for both students and the broader community. Dufur School will use the funds to purchase a modular building to house the new health center, which will offer medical services to students, staff, and others in the district.

Apr 25

Apr 25 SF Bay Area Tech Giants ask for 5-Year Tax Abatement in TD for Carbon Capture

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Business

280 Earth is seeking a 5-year Enterprise Zone Tax Abatement in Wasco County. The CO2 reduction plant is looking at $195 million in investment locally in years to come and is looking for a boost in the form of reduced property taxes from the Port of The Dalles, The City of The Dalles and Wasco County.

Apr 25

Apr 25 Interview with Jeff Justesen, Wasco County Commissioner Candidate

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

Wasco County Commissioner candidate Jeff Justesen talks to CCCNews about how working on the Juvenile wing of the Northern Oregon Regional Correctional Facility (NORCOR), and his experience coaching has prepared him for the role of Commissioner and made him passionate about supporting services and infrastructure that support youth in Wasco County and being a voice for small rural communities in South County.

Apr 25

Apr 25 Wasco County Applies for $11.3 Million Grant To Fund Child Abuse Prevention

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

Wasco County Commissioners approved a 2023-2025 Child Abuse Multidisciipinary Intervention (CAMI) Fund Grant application. If granted, the grant will bring in $11,310,000 to the county for intervention, assessment and investigation of child abuse.

Apr 24

Apr 24 TD Civic Auditorium Presents Comedy Night with Pat Burtscher and Special Guests!

The Dalles Civic Auditorium invites you to our comedy show on May 10th featuring the hilarious Pat Burtscher! Pat will be joined by Australian award-winning International Comedic Storyteller, Jon Bennett, and NYC Comedian, Bo Ballew.

Apr 24

Apr 24 Trivia Contest: Can you name this TD Icon?

History, Home Page, The Dalles

In this week’s trivia contest, can you tell us what the name of this iconic burger joint was named? And, to win the tin cup with the second half of the milkshake, tell us if you ate there and what was the best thing on the menu.

Apr 24

Apr 24 TDHS Basketball Star Henry Begay Signs with Blue Mountain Community College

Positive News, The Dalles, Wasco County, Sports, Home Page

Henry Begay, of The Dalles High School was signed to Blue Mountain Community College today, April 23 surrounded by his family, friends, coaches and teammates.

Apr 24

Apr 24 Volunteers Remove Invasive Weeds; Plant Native Herbs at Balfour-Klickitat Trail

Home Page, Klickitat County, Positive News, The Dalles, Wasco County

Volunteers joined Friends of the Columbia Gorge and the US Forest Service in removing hundreds of invasive plants at the Balfour-Klickitat Area and Trail last Friday April 23rd.

Apr 23

Apr 23 PUD Board puts their money on local Robotics teams in push for World Championship

Positive News, Education, The Dalles

“Supporting STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) in the schools is important to the District. These young competitors have worked hard to earn this opportunity and we know that they will represent the community in a manner we can all be proud of,” said Cyndi Gentry, Director of Corporate Services for the PUD.

Apr 23

Apr 23 The Dalles’ first EV Ride & Drive - Try out electric cars, trucks, bikes and more

Positive News, The Dalles, Wasco County, Education

It’s all things electric at the Ride & Drive on May 9 in The Dalles. Electric cars, trucks, vans, motorcycles, bikes even tractors will be on hand for a test run. Or learn about the electric car share program in The Dalles? It’s happening from 2-6 pm at The Dalles Area Chamber.

Apr 23

Apr 23 Wasco County Commissioners Name Kline to Q-Life Board

Business, The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

“Taking the lessons learned from the pandemic, reliable high-speed internet is just as important as reliable electricity and water. Ensuring safe and affordable provision of essential human services is what utilities do, and what I do,” said Kline.

Apr 22

Apr 22 Brick City & Games Takes 1st Place in Cherry Fest Window Decorating Contest

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page, Positive News

Brick City & Games won 1st place in the Cherry Festival Window Decorating Contest with 147 votes and an impressive Cherry Festival lego build that filled their display windows. The display, built from hundreds of legos included a model of the Cherry Festival parade, carnival, music stage, vendors, community, and of course, a Brick City Games store.

Apr 22

Apr 22 The Dalles Announces Pavement Preservation Project: West 2nd Street Lane Closure