From crafting vibrant block prints to cooking up blueberry pancakes, this week’s events at The Dalles Public Library offer something for every age and interest.

Join us for a conversation with Erinn Quinn & Leah Becknell as they talk with us about the switch to 988, accessing mental health services in Klickitat County and keeping your head space out of the gutter. For more information or to chat with mental health support, call 988 or visit: https://988lifeline.org/

As the community prepares for the annual “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive on Saturday, May 10, local food banks are grappling with significant federal funding cuts that threaten to exacerbate food insecurity in the Columbia Gorge region.

We're joined in the podcast studio today by DeeAnn Bohn and Erica Hernandez to talk about our region’s youngest learners. From child-directed play groups to getting kids free preschool, we all had a great conversation about the 0-5's local options. 

Police seized about 143 grams of suspected cocaine and pharmaceutical pills. A handgun and tactical rifle were also seized. The rifle was reported as stolen from central Oregon. Officers and Deputies also seized $101,756.00 of suspected drug proceeds from the address.

A Grass Valley man struck three horses standing in the roadway early Wednesday, May 7 on U.S. Highway 97 southbound near milepost 34, according to Oregon State Police.

When asked to describe their garden, Diane and John wrote, “John and I moved to The Dalles 48 years ago now, in 1977. We arrived in the heat of the summer, the middle of August.

Whether you're crafting a heartfelt Mother’s Day gift, exploring your creativity, or learning to protect yourself and thrive emotionally, The Dalles Public Library has a full lineup of events to engage and inspire. From hands-on maker sessions to thought-provoking virtual talks, there’s something new to discover every week.

According to Bloomberg Law, family farm bankruptcies rose 55% in 2024, and filings are climbing fast in 2025. The first quarter alone saw 82 Chapter 12 bankruptcies, nearly double last year’s pace. Iowa leads the nation in filings, not in crop production, but in collapse.

This month’s podcast features Amanda Thayer of The Coffee Shop along with The Dalles Main Street’s Cynthia Kortge as we preview First Friday in Downtown TD and look at upcoming events and all the latest news, including the recent city approval to move ahead on the Federal Street Plaza.

Kiwanis meetings are held every Thursday at noon at Spooky’s, and visitors are welcome.

North Wasco County School District 21 (NWCSD) is excited to announce that Kindergarten registration for the 2025–2026 school year will open online on May 5, 2025. Registration is available for incoming kindergarten students at Chenowith, Colonel Wright, and Dry Hollow Elementary Schools.

Northern Wasco County PUD (NWCPUD) is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2025 Board of Directors' Scholarship Program.

Join us for an informative tutorial on the onX Hunt app, led by Haley Fetzer, Director of Marketing at onX Maps.

Main Street First Friday is hosting Art in the Downtown for May on Friday the 2nd with another great night of specials, live music, sales, new vendors, ART & ARTISTS as we help celebrate the Gorge Artists Open Studios all weekend throughout the scenic Columbia River Gorge.

The 37th Annual Spring Community Clean Up will take place the first Saturday of May. The Dalles residents are encouraged to join in our annual spring cleaning event on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Tyson William Trezona who is suspected of stealing $20,000 of HVAC equipment from the National Neon Sign Museum was taken into custody around 4:50 p.m. after officers located him in a vehicle driven by his wife, Chandra Leigh Trezona - who is also suspected in the same HVAC heist.

Get ready for three days of cherry-filled fun as the 44th Annual Northwest Cherry Festival returns to downtown The Dalles from Friday, April 25, through Sunday, April 27, 2025. With this year’s theme, “Cherry Land – A Sweet Celebration!”, the festival is serving up Candy Land vibes with a hometown twist. Whether you’re a first-timer or a Cherry Fest regular, this guide has everything you need to make the most of your weekend—including where to go, what to see, and when to show up.

The Oregon Council of Teachers of Mathematics (OCTM) has recognized two outstanding educators from our region with the prestigious Regional Math Educator Award, highlighting their exceptional dedication to advancing mathematics instruction and supporting educators throughout the area.

The Dalles is an anomaly. Many small cities are lucky if they have even one working pipe organ somewhere in a church. We have five. Yes – five. And we’re very proud of it.