Apr 25

Apr 25 Bridges' Avila Provides Crucial Link to Recovery

Hood River County, Positive News, Wasco County, The Dalles

Meet Araceli Avila. She is a community health worker at Mid-Columbia Medical Center who seeks out help for families undergoing health problems, such as COVID-19. She is a part of Bridges to Health. And yes, she makes house calls.

Apr 24

Apr 24 Mosier Fire Volunteers Donate Two Lifesaving Units to Community

Columbia Community Connection

Positive News, Wasco County, Hood River County

The Volunteer Association of the Mosier Fire Department donated two Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) to the Mosier community on Monday. One will be located at the Senior Center and the other at Breanna’s Mosier Market.

Apr 22

Apr 22 Fire Destroys Home in Foley Lakes on Wednesday, April 21

Tom Peterson

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

When firefighters arrived at a house fire in Foley Lakes on Wednesday, April 21, they found a double-wide manufactured home with flames coming out the front door and the roof on fire.

Apr 21

Apr 21 Indoor dining curtailed as COVID risk goes to 'high'

Tom Peterson

Business, Environment, Wasco County

North Central Public Health Officer Miriam McDonell announced this morning that Wasco County will move to the high-risk level for COVID-19, requiring restaurants and health facilities to reduce capacities for indoor dining and activities.

Apr 19

Apr 19 The Next Door is Golden - 50th Anniversary

Tom Peterson

Hood River County, Wasco County, Positive News

Back in 1971, The Next Door was established in direct response to a community need. At that time, the organization served teen boys who were slipping through the cracks; those in trouble with the law, not attending school, and in need of counseling, education, and, most of all, love.

Apr 19

Apr 19 ‘Saddle Up’ virtual auction benefits CGCC student scholarships

Tom Peterson

Education, Home Page, The Dalles, Hood River County, Wasco County

Mark your calendars and be ready to bid on great items starting Tuesday, May 4 through May 11, as Columbia Gorge Community Foundation hosts “Saddle Up and Celebrate,” one of two annual scholarship fundraisers. The need is high as there is currently only enough funding for half of the 70 students applying for scholarships.

Apr 19

Apr 19 Social gatherings threatened by COVID-19 spike

Tom Peterson

Business, Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

A third surge of COVID-19 cases has begun in Wasco County, threatening to curtail gatherings, in-door dining and shopping, among other group activities, according to local health officials.

Apr 17

Apr 17 Volunteers make the difference in local vaccination clinics

Tom Peterson

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

North Central Public Health District wishes to thank the many volunteers who have helped make possible our ever-larger and more frequent vaccine clinics, as we work together on our best chance to help end the pandemic.

Apr 16

Apr 16 TD Council Probing Process to Spend Google Funds

Tom Peterson

Home Page, Wasco County, The Dalles

How should Google fees and payments be best spent by the City of The Dalles? That is a question City Councillors are pondering as they are looking for a best practice to vet and rank projects that will elicit the greater good for the community.

Apr 15

Apr 15 Look How They Shine For You

Erin Peters

Columns, Environment, Home Page, Wasco County

Resistance is futile. The Wildflowers have won, and you can’t help but see them as even far-off hillsides grow yellow with petals. The glory of the Gorge is in its full magnificence, the sun beckons to kiss your face and all prospects of health and happiness are within your grasp. Your happy spot might be five minutes from your doorstep.

Apr 12

Apr 12 Power Moves: Will we ever be the same? Nope.

Tom Peterson

Business, Environment, Klickitat County, The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

Major change for The Mid Columbia and especially The Dalles are on the horizon if data centers and power infrastructure push ahead in this era of big projects, coupled with the demand to reduce carbon and stabilize the electrical grid and ultimately save the planet.

Apr 9

Apr 9 Riverbend to go live on CGCC Campus April 19

Tom Peterson

Education, Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

But finally, on Monday, April 19th, Riverbend Community School will be open to on-site learning for local students at the Columbia Gorge Community College campus. Students who don’t have success in larger traditional schools may find it here. They are currently enrolling students.

Apr 9

Apr 9 Tree Top Timber

Tom Peterson

Home Page, Wasco County

He and his crew were on site at the Fort Dalles Museum, removing two 120-foot ponderosa pines at the intersection of 15th and Garrison streets. The trees were estimated to be 100 years old and each weighing around 18,000 pounds. Chainsaw removal timber dangerous hazard safety cccnews columbiacommunityconnection

Apr 6

Apr 6 Sense of Place Announces Last Event of the Season: Pikas Under Fire

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, Entertainment, Environment, Wasco County, Hood River County

These adorable animals were the inspiration for Pikachu, but their habitat may be threatened by climate change.

Apr 6

Apr 6 People Enduring Serious Illness Need a Lift

Columbia Community Connection

Positive News, Wasco County, Hood River County

Non-Emergent Medical Transportation drivers have clicked off more than 3.8 million miles as they have helped rural residents get to their healthcare appointments. Additional drivers are currently needed.

Apr 5

Apr 5 Unexplained Cow Mutilations have Wasco County Ranchers Asking Questions

Tom Peterson

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

A cow mutilation in Wasco County has rancher Doug Johnson shaking his head. Not only about the monetary loss of his four-year-old heifer and the calf he now has to bottle feed, but also in the way the animal was killed. WARNING - This story contains images and descriptions that could be disturbing to readers and viewers.

Apr 2

Apr 2 New Gorge Advice Column: What Would Robin Do?

Robin Allen

Home Page, Positive News, Wasco County

Welcome to my advice column! I am a Professional Wardrobe Stylist, Personal Shopper, Influencer and On-air Personality. So, I know a thing or two about a thing or two and I absolutely LOVE to help people find ways to make their lives easier. Wether it’s with personal style+ fashion, branding, relationships, workplace conundrums or just how to feel more confident in life..I am here! All questions from all FOLX are welcome! Seriously, no question is too ridiculous and it’s always anonymous. So, go ahead, ask. Believe me, I was born ready to answer!

Apr 2

Apr 2 TD Kiwanis April Program "Loaded"

Karl Vercouteren

Education, Entertainment, Positive News, Wasco County

From D21 Interim Super speaking on the reopening of schools to wildlife Biologist Bill Weiler and the proposed Ulka trail are all hot topics at The Dalles Kiwanis Thursday meetings. Check it out here.

Apr 1

Apr 1 City of The Dalles will Reopen on Monday

Tom Peterson

Business, Wasco County

The Dalles City Hall reopening and making certain hours available starting Monday, April 5.

Apr 1

Apr 1 Wasco County to Update Land Use Ordinance in 2021, 2022

Tom Peterson

Wasco County, Positive News, Education

Throughout April and May, staff has planned a variety of virtual events with the goal of sharing the proposed revisions and providing opportunities for public input. This includes virtual open houses, Ask the Planner events, Planning Commission work sessions, and presentations.

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