High Wind Gusts Damage Historic Trees, Surgeon’s Quarters at Fort Dalles Museum
The severe wind gusts early Wednesday morning, January 13, caused damage to the Fort Dalles Museum. A massive section of one of the historic pine trees broke during the wind and caused some damage to the roof and southwest corner of the Surgeon’s Quarters.
Woman Narrowly Escapes RV Fire in Dallesport
BREAKING NEWS: An RV fire at Columbia Hills RV Park in Dallesport, Washington occurred at around 10:30 on the morning of January 14th, 2021.
TD Curb-to-curb Street Sweeping Scheduled for January 19th-22nd
Next week The Dalles Public Works crews will finish curb-to-curb street sweeping throughout the City. Earlier this month crews began working from the east side of town sweeping on specific routes. See maps for details about next week’s routes.
D21 Superintendent Search - Meet The Candidates
North Wasco County School District 21 has narrowed its search for a permanent superintendent to just three candidates. And one of them is expected to be hired on Friday, Jan. 22. CCCNews went head to head with each candidate for 30 minutes asking five questions about the future of TD schools. The district is set to hold a public forum with the candidates on Friday, Jan. 15 via a live broadcast on its Facebook page.
Category 5 Atmospheric River Event Triggers Power Outages, Flooding, Landslides, One Missing Person in Dodson
Sure, the PNW is known for its rainy days but not like this.
Kate Brown Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff to Honor United States Capitol Police Officers
Governor Kate Brown ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff until sunset, January 13, 2021 to honor two fallen United States Capitol Police Officers Brian D. Sicknick and Howard Liebengood.
Prestigious Aviation Award Honors Wasco County Instructor
A fifth-generation Wasco County resident and Columbia Gorge Community College instructor has received the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award, the Federal Aviation Administration’s highest honor.
Wasco County Business Alliance vs the State of Oregon?
UPDATE: 01/06/21 Last Stop Saloon has reopened for dine in, in defiance of state guidelines. CCCNews Investigates what’s going on with Wasco County Business Alliance’s recent stand against state restrictions and finds controversy, concern, confusion, commentary and above all: The Dalles communities mutual desire to build strong communities with strong economies.
Skills Center, Dorm on Track to Transform Lives
The future is looking bright for students wanting to further their skills in manufacturing, welding, carpentry, even aviation at Columbia Gorge Community College. The Dalles campus is growing its physical plant to expand education directed at the local economy. Opportunity is knocking, and lives will be transformed as endeavors push forward on a hill of knowledge and trade skills - Tom Peterson.
Ellis sworn in as New Wasco County District Attorney
Matthew Ellis was sworn in as the new Wasco County District Attorney by Seventh District State Circuit Court Judge Janet Stauffer on Monday, Jan. 4. at the Wasco County Courthouse.
Columbia Basin among first in nation to receive COVID-19 vaccine
On December 31, 2020, Columbia Basin Care joined a historic moment as employees and residents rolled up their sleeves to be among the first in the nation to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. "I'm so excited!" says Julie Kimbell, a certified medication aide who stands first in line for the Covid-19 vaccine. "Getting this vaccine means I can protect our residents, my family, everyone!"
Northern Wasco County PUD welcomes new manager to staff
Jeff Teel has been hired as the new Chief Operating Officer at Northern Wasco County PUD, working under PUD General Manager Roger Kline. The PUD and Teel face large challenges as the customer-owned utility continues to provide local residents with inexpensive electricity in an ever-changing environment of power policy.
Coronavirus vaccinations begin in Wasco County
On Sunday, Dec. 27, the residents and staff of the Oregon Veterans’ Home in The Dalles and The Dalles Health and Rehabilitation, two local skilled nursing facilities, were the first in Wasco County to receive COVID-19 vaccinations.
Wasco County marks 22nd fatality from COVID-19
Sadly, two patients at Mid-Columbia Center in The Dalles died of COVID-19 earlier this week. These mark the 21st and 22nd fatalities in Wasco County related to COVID-19. We extend our deepest sympathies to all the families who have lost loved ones in this pandemic.
Dog survives 19 days to be reunited with owners for Christmas
Angelica Carmichael and her daughter Madison and son, Ryan, were reunited with their dog Max on Monday after he was hit by a vehicle and went missing for 19 days. A well-communicated effort by local police, ODOT employees and a veterinarian clinic in The Dalles were able to make it happen.
Baldwin Saloon Review: A taste of history with a delicious future
In-house foodie, Cole Goodwin, gives his take on a taste of history.
Public Heath Website improved to coincide with coronavirus vaccine rollout
In an effort to better inform residents, the North Central Public Health District has created a new website page that provides additional information about the vaccine and its distribution. The site will be updated periodically explaining how vaccines will be administered to locals in the coming days and months.
TD Dog River Pipeline is 100 Years Old, Made of Wood, and Leaking
The Dalles Dog River Pipeline which is responsible for bringing 54% of The Dalles water supply is in need of repair. The pipeline leaks an estimated 1 million gallons per day during the spring months. The Dalles City Council will consider awarding a contract for engineering services for the Dog River Pipeline in early 2021.
CCC News gets Carbon Neutral for Christmas
Thanks to our readers - CCCNews is carbon neutral with 5 metric tons of high-quality CO2 offsets purchased from Bonneville Environmental Foundation’s improved forest management offsets portfolio. And it was not that difficult or costly as you, our readers, are willing to embrace a digital format and forgo the cost of print and its environmental impact.
COVID-19 Vaccinations Arrive In Klickitat County
Frontline healthcare workers throughout the county to be the first to receive the vaccine
