Rep. Greg Walden powers up in The Dalles
Ron Holmes, president of the Northwest Public Power Association presented Rep. Greg Walden with the Homer T. Bone Award this morning, July 18, 2020, for his 30 plus years of representing the people of his district on the issue of power.
Texas Trio hit Bargeway Pub on Friday with licks from new album
The Powell Brothers band is set to hit The Dalles this Friday, Aug. 14, at the Bargeway Pub, and the Kingwood Texas Trio plan on laying down some licks with their original set. Free of charge.
Red Cross Volunteers Report 31 Evacuees Sheltering at Shilo Inn in The Dalles
The American Red Cross reports that 31 evacuated Mosier residents sought shelter with the American Red Cross at Shilo Inn in The Dalles. Numbers are approximate because evacuees began showing up at Shilo Inn before Red Cross arrived.
Eyewitness Account on the Ground at Mosier Creek Fire, Dinner With Family Goes From High Point to Pressure Point
“Wondering why the firefighters hadn't arrived, I tried to call 911. No service.” “I got in my car and drove until I could get through to 911 and explain the situation. That's not exactly accurate. I kind of yelled that we needed help right away, that old people couldn't put out this fire, and that the helicopter needed to dump water closer to the house. The nice dispatcher said he'd send help. I think I was in a bit of a panic.”
BREAKING NEWS: Mosier Creek Fire UPDATES
Update August 21st, 2020 10:00 AM
The Mosier Creek Fire is fully contained.
Wasco County Commissioners COVID Update shows higher positive numbers in younger people and other data. Watch the full update.
The highest number of positive cases by age group shows that the 20's-50's age group had the highest number of cases. "We noticed a spike in some of our younger ages" Mimi McDonnel explained.
Strong prices hold for cherries as demand stays high.
Prices for cherries were fairly strong as local growers saw higher demand as Washington cherries were hit with a late freeze in the Tri Cities, according to Ashley Thompson, Oregon State University extension agent.
Neighbors appeal 80-unit subdivision - locals concerned with density & traffic safety
Community members are appealing the approval of Legacy Development’s Subdivision in East The Dalles. They contend safety risks
Steve's Winch and the precarious road
Steve Palmer has had a busy week. The tow truck driver was dispatched to Freebridge Road at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday and found two fishermen with an Enterprise Rental car that had gone over the edge of the road about 200 yards from the bottom in a tight turn. Freebridge is no ordinary road.
Can you hear that? It’s the Wing of Destiny and it’s calling your name
Whatever you are doing right now. Stop. Don’t you know what day it is? It’s National Chicken Wing Day. And it’s time to get medieval about it. Five restaurants, six kinds of wings. No limits. Unbuckle your belt and take a flavor vacation.
Earth, Wind & Fire
Columbia Community Connection has just launched its interactive weather, wind and fire feed on our community website - free to all.
Worldwide to raise roof - tax abatement gets unanimous decision
Managers of Worldwide Structures Property Company told The Dalles City Counselors on Monday that they want to locate an affordable housing manufacturing plant in The Port because of its close proximity to Native American Tribes in the Pacific Northwest. Counselors approved their bid for a five-year property tax abatement in The Port of The Dalles.
Police check out private DISH contractor
The Dalles City Police received several calls concerning a door-to-door salesman for Dish Satellite television services on Monday.
Enterprise Zone - Two down; One to go
The Port of The Dalles Board of Commissioners approved an extended enterprise zone for Worldwide Structures Property Company LLC at its Wednesday, July 22, meeting. The tax abatement, already approved by Wasco County, must also be adopted by The Dalles City Council. It is slated to review the agreement on Monday, July 27.
Pop in for some corn and show your support
Columbia Cinema at 2727 7th St., The Dalles is offering drive up concessions today on Fridays and Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. to help offset costs while awaiting movies to return to the big screen.
Port to consider building manufacturer for enterprise zone
Worldwide Structures Property Company LLC is requesting a tax abatement in an extended enterprise zone to be considered by The Port of The Dalles Commissioners on July 22. The company is proposing to build a 35,000 square-foot-facility at 3855 River Road. The manufacturing building will be used to modify building materials, assemble all components of a completed home and some commercial structures, and ship the building to site.
Columbia Basin Care Foundation awards $16,000 in scholarships
The Columbia Basin Care Foundation has awarded $16,000 in scholarships to seven local students pursuing healthcare careers.
Round and Round
Harvest is officially underway in Wasco County as combines got the reels spinning today.
GET READY FOR THE BIG BANG!
The Dalles is among a small group of communities that will enjoy a fireworks show this Fourth of July. And it’s going to be big - think comets, bursts, strobes and glitter. Set to go off at around 10 p.m., the display expects to rival some of the largest had in The Dalles with an estimated run of about 20 minutes, said Doug Kirchhofer, member of the Fort Dalles Fourth committee.
Wasco County Commissioners to meet Wed., July 1
The Wasco County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 1, 2020. The Board Packet is available on their website.
