Election Day: It's now or never; Get 'em in before 8 p.m.
As of Monday, Oct. 7, Wasco and Hood River counties is off around 10 percent compared to the past midterm election of 2018. But there is still time. You have until 8 p.m. to get your ballots dropped off today, Tuesday, Nov. 8. And all ballot boxes in Oregon are open until 8 p.m. regardless of weather conditions.
Google gains approval to site and construct Data Center in Port of TD
The Dalles Community Development Director Joshua Chandler recently signed the approval of an administrative decision to allow Google to site and construct one single-story data center with a separate office building and associated infrastructure.
Lisa James plays Bargeway tonight, Nov. 4; music, entertainment & art in The Gorge
Music, comedy, film, aerial artists, auditions - it’s all here. Check out what’s happening in arts and entertainment in The Gorge.
Thieves break into Rainbow Tavern in Maupin; Safe taken
A break-in was reported at 10:32 a.m. on Thursday morning after it was discovered, according to the Wasco County Sheriff’s log.
Former HAVEN Director Tara Koch will plead not guilty
Over the past month Koch has received a court appointed attorney, been granted a waiver of extradition, and entered a plea of not guilty.
Wasco County suit takes aim at Midterm election counting in Oregon, Nation
The Wasco County Elections Clerk and the Board of Commissioners have been named in a civil suit alleging that voter tabulation machines have not been properly certified and the plaintiffs have asked for an injunction, calling for a hand count in the Midterm election.
Low voter turnout thus far for Midterm election on Nov. 8
Wasco and Hood River counties are reporting low voter turnout for the Nov. 8 Midterm election thus far.
Michoacana Store Owner ensures beer thief is charged; Hartman gets 18 months
Art Mendoza, Owner of La Michocana Store, stopped a robbery at his store in The Dalles last month and has already had his day in court with the robber. The would-be thief was sentenced to 18 months behind bars last week.
Jump, Jive an' Wail - Weekend Warriors start on Wednesday
Put your hand in the Candy bowl, but don’t get a sucker- find some real entertainment in this week’s entertainment guide for the Gorge. We got venues covered up and down the Mid-Columbia - Music, Entertainment, Art, parades, comedians and some jumpers.
All Dolled Up: Local family’s spooky decor is a seasonal landmark
So you’re basically a family of weird artists? I ask about 20 minutes into our conversation, and the pleasing look that alights on their faces means they know it’s a compliment. To be clear: my understanding of weirdness is a deeply affectionate and creative one; this might be one of the coolest and most artistic families I’ve encountered in a long time.
Putting some Pop on Top: Restoration on Fourth St.
George and Terri Robertson are making a good impression. The couple from Portland is well into a restoration of the Wilkinson House at 207 Fourth Street in The Dalles.
First Google Data Center hits tax rolls; Bill just went up $5 Million
Google's first data center in The Dalles went online in 2007 and had been exempt from property taxes in Wasco County for the past 15 years. With the expiration of the enterprise zone abatement, this property is fully taxable and now on the tax roll this year.
Wasco County Clerk clears the air on ballot rumor
We have been made aware of a rumor stating that only ballots that are issued by the Clerk’s Office on Election Day will be counted. This information is false.
Bark at the Moon: Halloween on full tilt in Gorge Entertainment
Spooky stories, haunted humor, Hallo-wine, pumpkin parade - The Gorge has gone all out Jekyll and Hyde this season. Check out what’s happening here in Gorge Entertainment.
Today, Oct. 18, is last day to register for November election
Today is the last day to register to vote if you're a new voter in Oregon, said Wasco County Clerk Lisa Gambee.
I did the Get There Challenge for ten days and this is what happened
If I’ve learned anything from this year’s Get There Challenge, it’s that getting anywhere in the Gorge…truly is a challenge. But luckily there’s plenty of friendly faces that are willing to help you along the way.
Celebrating Indigenous People’s Day in the Gorge
The City of Hood River offices was closed today, October 10th, 2022 in observance of Indigenous People’s Day, a holiday honoring Indigenous communities and to commemorate their history, culture and resiliency. Keep reading to learn more about how to celebrate this important day in the Gorge.
Free COVID vaccine clinic set for Thursday, Oct. 13, in TD; more planned
The North Central Public Health District is set to hold a three-day COVID vaccine clinic, starting on Thursday, Oct. 13 at the former Griffith Motors building in Downtown The Dalles, 523 E. 3rd St.
Even a car crash can't kill the vibe at RainDrop Laundry
A customer of RainDrop Laundry accidentally drove through their storefront located at 2634 W 6th St in The Dalles at 9:38 a.m. this morning. Cindy Nimmo said she was sitting behind the drop-off counter on the phone with Bohn’s printing when suddenly a car came crashing through the front door, scaring the daylights out of her.
Fentanyl likely cause in latest overdose death
The strength of black market fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, has resulted in multiple overdoses and deaths this year in The Dalles. Another suspected case involving a 30-year-old woman occurred just on Monday, Oct. 3, near The Dalles Library. “She probably left 60 years on the table,” said The Dalles Police Chief Tom Worthy.
