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The Wasco County Public Library transformed into a magical realm on July 31 to celebrate Harry Potter's birthday with an enchanting event that delighted fans of all ages. The date marks the occasion in “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” when Harry learns he is a wizard on his 11th birthday.

Aug 1

Aug 1 SMART Reading Seeks Volunteers to Inspire Literacy in The Dalles Elementary Schools

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Do you have a little time to spare each week to help spark the joy of reading for kids in The Dalles? Children's literacy nonprofit SMART Reading has a high need for volunteer Readers and volunteer Site Coordinators at Chenowith, Colonel Wright, and Dry Hollow Elementary Schools.

Jul 30

Jul 30 Little Art City Strikes Again: Annex seeks mural artists to mark west downtown entrance

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Project to create a welcoming environment at The Annex, while joining in the rich mural tradition in downtown The Dalles. MCCAC looks to families and emerging artists to inspire people to collectively reimagine spaces that serve as the heart of their community.

Jul 30

Jul 30 Mid-Columbia Economic Development District Seeks Board Members

North Central Public Health District

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Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) is seeking interested candidates for openings on the MCEDD Board of Directors, particularly those involved with Agriculture, or the Food and Beverage Industry.

Jul 30

Jul 30 NCPHD Director Shellie Campbell Retires

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A passion for helping others, and seeing the life-changing work done in both the public health and non-profit sectors guided the career path of recently retired North Central Public Health District Director Shellie Campbell.

Jul 29

Jul 29 Feds approve Rivermark-Advantis merger; Credit union to expand to 19 branches

Business, The Dalles

Rivermark and Advantis credit unions have been cleared for a merger expected in late 2024 or early 2025. The combined organization will have nearly 180,000 members and manage $3.3 billion in assets, making it the third-largest credit union in Oregon with 19 branches, mostly in the Portland metro area.

Jul 28

Jul 28 Column: Rest Like a Cat — The Overlooked Art of Relaxation and Self-Care

The Dalles, Positive News

When the temperature dropped from 105 to 85 degrees the other day, I did a little gardening. I got tired and really sweaty. It's too hot to do anything outside. We should be resting, not working. My best models of how to rest are cats. They lounge around, confident we are working to provide their shelter and food. They don't even read a book or watch Netflix

Jul 27

Jul 27 FarmStand Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Event in The Dalles

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FarmStand held its ribbon-cutting event yesterday, marking the official opening of its location in The Dalles. The event featured several vendors inside the store, offering a variety of complimentary items such as wine, cheeses, bread, and cookies.

Jul 26

Jul 26 Oregon surpasses million-acre mark in fire season only second to 2020... so far

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As of July 25, more than 1 million acres are estimated to have burned in Oregon as megafires at more than 100,000 acres are burning in three locations in the eastern part of the state.

Jul 25

Jul 25 Hood River Artist Leads Skateboard Design Workshop for Teens at The Dalles Library

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Michelle Yamamoto, owner of the 301 Gallery in Hood River, led a workshop at The Dalles Library where local teens designed and built their own skateboards.

Jul 25

Jul 25 TD Council affirms Basalt Commons decision for 60-foot height

In a 5-0 vote Council unanimously affirmed the 60-foot height permit for the Basalt Commons, a mixed-use building for business, and 116 apartments proposed for the former Griffth Motors, a half-acre lot at 523 E. Third Street.

Jul 23

Jul 23 Oregon Memorial Traveling Wall Visits The Dalles Veterans Home, Honoring Fallen Soldiers

The Oregon Memorial Traveling Wall made a poignant visit to the Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, honoring fallen soldiers from Oregon.

Jul 23

Jul 23 Sweep Master Rolls Down Steep Road, flips in The Dalles; Driver Hospitalized

A Sweep Master lost control and rolled down Case Street near the Wasco County Courthouse today, ultimately flipping and coming to a stop in the middle of E. 7th Street.

Jul 22

Jul 22 Free Transit Passes for Employees, Residents in Downtown The Dalles

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Mid-Columbia Economic Development District as operator of The Link Public Transportation, and the City of The Dalles have partnered to offer a free 12-month Gorge Transit Pass to residents living in and employees working in The Dalles’ Central Business Commercial zoning district!

Jul 19

Jul 19 Candidates for 3 TD City Council seats must file by Aug. 27

City of The Dalles

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For candidates intending to run in the upcoming November 5, 2024, General Election, packets are now available online and in the City Clerk’s office. Three City Councilor positions are open for election, each with a term of four years.

Jul 19

Jul 19 The Dalles Middle School Welcomes Sherri Kilgore as New Principal This Fall

The North Wasco County School District is pleased to announce Sherri Kilgore as the incoming Principal of The Dalles Middle School.

Jul 18

Jul 18 Urban Renewal to seek developers for Tony’s site downtown TD; competitive process set

Columbia Gateway Urban Renewal Board moves forward on requests from potential developers who would also have to provide information on financing. The Neon Sign Museum, which has proposed using the site for the Jantzen Beach Carousel, will be required to enter the competitive process if it wants to be considered for the site.

Jul 18

Jul 18 USDA Offers Disaster Assistance for Livestock and Feed Losses Due to Wildfires

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If you’ve suffered excessive livestock death losses and grazing or feed losses due to recent wildfires, you may be eligible for disaster assistance programs through the USDA Farm Service Agency.

Jul 17

Jul 17 Soft White Wheat Harvest kicks into gear in TD and east; Kernels full so far