Whether you're threading a needle, painting a lighthouse, or learning about endangered species, this week at The Dalles Public Library is packed with creativity, knowledge, and opportunities to grow. From art classes to legal support clinics, every event brings something meaningful to the table — and it’s all free with your library.

In a cozy riverside studio in The Dalles, something beautiful has been quietly unfolding. On evenings and weekend filled with paintbrushes, and the occasional DoorDash delivery, young people from the Youth Empowerment Shelter (YES) have been turning their experiences into stunning works of art. Now, after a year of laughter, healing, and bold self-expression, their creations are stepping into the spotlight.

A 30-year-old Arizona woman was cited for disorderly conduct Tuesday evening after reportedly walking into traffic on Interstate 84 near The Dalles.

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

St. Mary’s Academy is thrilled to introduce its brand-new Summer Camp Adventure, created to give local families a fun, enriching, and accessible summer option for children ages 3 to 14.

Work on 10th Street near Snipes is expected to start Monday Morning, June 1, and it will likely disrupt some traffic and slow access to residential and business property within the work area as new sidewalks and infrastructure are added.

Brewster Whitmire was just a year out of The Dalles High School in 2009 when a little project hit his radar. The avid skateboarder found out there was a push to create a skate park at Howe Park near The Dalles Middle School. But, it turned out, neighbors were less than enthused.

It is with heavy heart that we learned of Karl Vercouteren’s passing on Saturday, May 25. 

The library winds down May with a lineup that blends imagination, creativity, and community connection. Whether you're meeting a local author, making lasting memories with clay, or gearing up for a middle school Nerf battle, there's something for everyone at The Dalles Public Library this week.

After decades in the orchard, one thing’s clear: American agriculture isn’t failing. It’s being held back, stalled in a system built to benefit everyone but the people growing the food.

As we sit upon the cusp of Memorial Day weekend, CCCNews took to the streets to find out what locals have planned for the three-day weekend. The answers were as varied and interesting as the people we ran in to.

The Columbia Gateway Urban Renewal Agency has announced major updates to its Incentive Program, making it easier to apply and expanding the range of eligible projects. These changes aim to encourage private investment, support building improvements, and promote mixed-use development within the Columbia Gateway Urban Renewal Area.

Superintendent Dr. Carolyn Bernal of D21 joins the CCCNews Podcast today, May 21, to talk innovation in the classroom, student well being, educational excellence, attendance and where were at in the process of a school bond.

On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 3:45 a.m., Oregon State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Interstate 84, near milepost 148, in Gilliam County.

The Dalles Art Center, in collaboration with the Northern Wasco County Parks and Recreation District, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Rock Snake, a whimsical, interactive public art installation designed to bring color, creativity, and community connection to Sorosis Park.

The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), Wasco County Board of County Commissioners, and county fire districts are issuing a debris burn ban that will go into effect beginning at 12:01 A.M. on Monday, June 2nd.

Skyler Coburn is set to make a splash this summer as he will fill the role of Aquatic Supervisor with Northern Wasco County Parks and Recreation.

2022 TDHS Grad Zora Richardson takes us on a deep dive into her life after The Dalles. The unsinkable University of Portland senior maps out her creative trail through theater, music and study abroad, and the travails of 50 auditions in a single year. Hard? You bet, but worth it.

From virtual thrillers and Judy Blume nostalgia to family movie nights and a trailer park murder mystery you won’t forget, this week at The Dalles Library is bursting with plot twists, popcorn, and plenty of personality. Whether you’re diving into a new release, investigating small-town chaos, or rediscovering a literary icon, you’re invited to escape into stories—and maybe solve a mystery or two.

When the U.S. government slapped tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum in 2018—25% on steel and 10% on aluminum—it didn’t take long for the blowback to hit American farmers.