PROM MUST GO ON: largest prom in history of Gorge slated for Saturday night
Jenna Miller and Sam Alvarez of The Dalles High School, seen here in their prom photo from 2019, will be engaging in the Social Distant Prom set for Saturday, May 16, 7p.m. - 10p.m. Live streaming from Immense Imagery at gorge prom.com in combination with KACI Radio 93.5 FM will broadcast the event for seniors and juniors at high schools throughout the Gorge.
Home sales strong in face of virus
Stuart and Cyndi Reitz recently moved back to The Dalles from North Carolina to purchase a home. They are finding a sellers market with an increasing price tag, despite COVID-19.
Flashback Friday: Last Train to Heppner, Condon, abandoned railways reach deep into Eastern Oregon
Also in the ‘60s, several cars got away from a crew in Bend. They rolled for several miles and reached 80 mph before hitting a train head on at a stop between Bend and Redmond, Conley said. Several were killed, including a brakeman, who was found thrown into a nearby juniper tree.
Flyover brings hope to community, healthcare workers
It was a salute to Oregonians on the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic. It boosted morale for locals during a time of severe health and economic impacts.
Parade of Teachers brings moment of joy
Dry Hollow Elementary teachers and students reunited on Thursday during a teacher parade that sent students and parents curbside for some fun in the sun.
Snakes Spring Eternal
On this particular day of picking, we returned to the farmhouse at dinner time. And as we went inside. Barb said that “Precious,” the silky white family cat, had brought a snake into the house.
Cherries looking heavy; health, economy, education weigh on harvest
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.
Chenowith Teacher Parade brings smiles, pencils
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.
Too Much of a Good Thing; Over Training in Pursuit of A Fitness Goal
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 named interim D21 superintendent
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.
"Epic Corn Hole Game," pool-draining skateboarders, burgling
Wasco County Sheriff’s Log - Corn Hole Game goes a bit too far; Skateboarders looking for new challenges
Big Hearts Bring Big Bucks To D21 Students
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 signs with San Diego Christian College
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.
