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All in The Dalles
The Dalles Kiwanis Club hosts its annual Steak Feed Thursday after Labor Day, this year Sept. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Sorosis Park.
As the Urban Renewal is eyeing its termination in 2029, board members are floating ideas to increase its spending limits by $6.1 million to complete projects in the downtown core.
As a dark storm brewed over The Dalles on Thursday evening, Aug. 22, the thunder seemed to carry an ominous warning for those gathered at the Wasco County Public Library: a murder was about to unfold.
Noel Betanzos Cruz, Antonio Betanzos Cruz, and Jesus Ayala paint the Pioneer Building at 301 E. Second Street this morning, Aug. 22. The building was purchased in September 2022 for $750,000 and the owners Brandon Rush and Anthony McNamara of Vancouver, Wash., applied for and received approval from the city to convert the second-floor office space into “residential apartment units of varying size” in Jan. 2023.
The decision gives developers the green light to proceed with the project, barring any additional appeals to the project being made to The Dalles City Council. The project would have an immediate impact on the local housing shortage and is expected to create the equivalent of 478 full-time jobs in its first decade and contribute $16.9 million in payroll, according to developer Mary Hanlon of The Dalles.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today announced that Lisa Farquharson, CEO of The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce, has been selected to participate in the tenth cohort of its premiere business leadership program.
Pacific Northwest Team 10 is taking over the incident today as Northern Rockies Team 2 prepares to head home. Both teams will be working hard today to ensure a smooth transition of command. Weather remains mild and crews continue to establish more direct handline around both fires resulting in increased containment.
The Beautification & Tree Committee proudly honors Sharron Allen and Cameron Larson with the August Beautification Award for their outstanding garden at 412 West 2nd Place.
“We’re trying to get the best possible nomination that we can,” said Tiffany Ford with Bicoastal Media. “It’s going to make their life a whole lot easier.” This year, Wheels of Hope will provide a struggling family lacking transportation options with a 2005 Dodge Durango to help them meet their daily travel needs. Nominations of deserving families can be made at GorgeRadio.com
Bohn's Printing and Office Supply, Inc., a cornerstone of The Dalles community, is proud to announce the celebration of its 120th anniversary. As one of the oldest family-owned businesses in Oregon, Bohn's Printing has served the community since 1904, providing quality printing and office supplies to generations of residents and businesses.
A fire broke out early Wednesday morning on Lincoln Street, prompting a swift response from local emergency services.
The Wasco County Fairgrounds will be hopping today as check-in for 4-H animals begins. Local kids have been working and learning for months in preparation for showing and selling their animals at the fair, which opens to the public on Thursday, Aug. 15 with Family Free Day. Temps are looking favorable, in the 80s the rest of the week, as the fair runs Aug. 15-18 in Tygh Valley.
The City of The Dalles is launching the second round of its Residential Tree Grant Program, offering grants to residents for planting trees and enhancing property beautification. Managed by the Beautification and Tree Committee (BTC), this program aims to improve the urban forest, increase property values, and provide essential environmental benefits.
The streets of The Dalles were aglow last Friday as classic cars, muscle cars, and custom vehicles took part in the annual Neon Cruise, a highlight of the "Cruise the Gorge" weekend.
There were no operational burning operations yesterday. A small spot fire located in rough terrain was reported approximately 1.3 miles from the fire edge. Crews continued to improve contingency lines in preparation for future firing operations if conditions warrant.
The much-anticipated Cruise the Gorge event returns from August 9-11, 2024, bringing a thrilling weekend for car enthusiasts and spectators alike.
The Dalles City Park buzzed with excitement last night, Aug. 6th, as the community gathered for the second annual National Night Out event.
Through seven decades Bob Thouvenel has coached at his hometown high school and to celebrate his 80th birthday a “third and final” Bob-A-Long run will be held at Sorosis Park on Oct. 5 at 10 a.m. You can register now. All donations will benefit The Dalles High School Cross Country Team. Bob was on the first TDHS Cross Country Team in 1959.
A community survey asking for ideas on how to use the money received 345 responses and they generally fell into seven categories - schools, tax relief, infrastructure, public safety, economic development, housing, and homelessness.
The fire, which appears to have started on the former rodeo grounds just west of Oregon Trail Mini Storage remains under investigation as the Oregon State Police and State Fire Marshal were called in to investigate the scene.
