Jose Valdez finishes crimping a one-inch drip line system at Rolling Hills Ranch on Skyline Road. Orchard operator David Meyer said Valdez could do the work of several and his employment was vital in his operation.

Third-grader Hannah Pewitt waves to teachers with her mom Karen on Hostetler Street this afternoon. She could not wait to get a glimpse of her teacher Miss Ford, she said. Hannah writes Ford everyday in their online classroom, ClassDojo, Karen said.

Charlie Young in action with Gorge Roller Derby. Our 21-year-old columnist found that too much exercise, in this case skating, can do more harm than good. They found moderation the key to becoming physically fit and better in a sport. It’s a good principal that transcends sports and leads to balance in most things. There is nothing worse then trying something new such as running or hiking, overdoing it, getting hurt or so sore you quit.

Theresa Peters received a unanimous nod to be the interim North Wasco County School District superintendent at a special meeting held today, April 30, at 6:20 p.m.

Wasco County Sheriff’s Log - Corn Hole Game goes a bit too far; Skateboarders looking for new challenges

The North Wasco County Education Foundation has received 46 donations in its COVID-19 relief fund, totaling $8,475, said Rebecca Thistlethwaite this morning.

Thomasian was a dedicated varsity basketball, softball and volleyball player all through high school; she was also on the varsity cheerleading squad for a season. An excellent student and athlete, she enjoyed the sports she played, but softball was her niche, where she played second base and shortstop.

Interviews set for Thursday evening; possible decision made that night

Orchardist forms search party. Stolen pickup found within 36 hours Wasco County Sheriff hot on case. Dick Reed doesn’t want to kill ‘em... just break a few bones!

People who are new to watching or playing roller derby always want insight on what runs through my head when I’m competing, how do you DO that?!

One of the most difficult journeys that each of us faces in our lives is our quest for self-love.

Oregon State Police clocked a Portland man driving 121 miles per hour on Highway 84 near Arlington on Wednesday evening in a Mercedes C300.

Obituary

Jack Lee Wallace Oct. 18, 1938 - April 22, 2020

We all like to garden.

But Ambrosia Beetles like to fungal garden - and then kill your tree.

Rain did not stop the efforts of Dirt Hugger employees this morning as people around the country took note of the 50th Earth Day.

Thoughts From an Extrovert in Quarantine