Column: Socially Responsible Investing has Sustainable Upside
From Fair Planet Advisors: Turns out what’s good for the planet and society also makes for a good investment. Evidence that business strategy focused on material Environmental, Social and Governance issues is synonymous with high-quality management teams and improved returns. Learn more about it here.
Scholarships Available - Columbia Basin Care Foundation
THE DALLES, OR — Offering empowerment through education, the Columbia Basin Care Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for students pursuing healthcare careers.
The $2,500 scholarships support health-related studies in a variety of areas, such as nursing, food and nutrition, public health, social services, and more.
How Are You Going to Spend Your Stimulus Check?
With federal stimulus checks adding some Booyah! to bank accounts in the last two days - people are seeing $1,400 per person come rolling in.
CCCNews set out this morning, St. Patrick’s Day, to see what locals be doin’ with their pot O’ gold.
CGOA Stages Presents THE FANTASTICKS
Just over thirteen months since the global pandemic brought an end to live performances, the Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association is poised to present its first new theatrical performance, Tom Jones’ and Harvey Schmidt’s beloved romantic comedy The Fantasticks.
Virtual Cherry Summit to Feature Orchard View's Ortega, Dr. Yu Dong of OSU
“Orchard View looks for premium flavor, size and harvest timing to create a seamless supply of top quality cherries,” commented David Ortega. “We are continually looking for innovative ways to enhance our consumers’ experience, which is why we are excited to participate in the Cherry Quality Summit.”
Builder Intends to add 3 Townhouses to Old Dufur Road
Steve Delaere of Grandview Builders in Hood River is requesting approval to partition one 12,480 SF parcel into three parcels of 4,260 SF, 3,600 SF, and 4,620 SF respectively for three townhouses on Old Dufur Road in The Dalles. Read more.
SDS Lumber Sale examined in short film 'Uprooted' by Joel Roth
Joel Roth’s film UPROOTED explores the local impacts through interviews with Rainer Hummel, retired from the Washington State DNR, David Powell, formerly an archeologist with the Yakama Nation, Bill Weiler, wildlife biologist, and artist/author Joy Markgraf. The future of over 100,000 acres of land and 350 employees is at stake.
HR Council Talks to Increase Housing Density, March 15
On Monday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. the Hood River City Council will hold a Zoom public hearing on a proposal to increase the number of dwellings allowed on a single city lot to as many as four dwellings or 12 cottages.
The Start of Something Great
Lillie Wadsworth, 6, receives an embrace from her mom, Kim, out front of Colonel Wright Elementary this morning, Monday, March 15. Lillie was starting her first day of kindergarten in-person at the school.
The Dalles Bridge to Undergo Repairs
The Dalles Bridge, a steel-truss-cantilever bridge on U.S. 197 constructed in 1953, will begin undergoing construction to repair the failing bridge deck in March.
Mt. Adams Buddhist Temple presents "Buddhist Basics"
Mt. Adams Buddhist Temple is hosting a four part zoom series exploring the basic teachings of the Buddha.
Wasco County Special Election Update: Candidates in Short Supply
Looking for a way to serve your community? Wasco County is seeking candidates for the Wasco County Special District Election on May 18, 2021.
White Salmon and Mosier Pass Climate Crisis Resolutions Unanimously
The growing awareness of the worldwide climate emergency was evident on the evening of March 3rd when the City Councils of White Salmon and Mosier passed nearly identical Climate Crisis Resolutions unanimously.
Semi Truck on Fire, 10 Miles West of Biggs Junction - March 11, 7:20 p.m.
A vehicle fire at mile post 95 has occurred on March 11th at around 7:20 PM.
Power Sledders Assist Police in Suspect Capture
From rescues to grooming, to capturing suspects, the Columbia Gorge Power Sledders see a lot of action in a single season. The volunteer group, through grit and determination, have been operating for close to four decades. Equipped with a new Sno-Cat, there’s no stopping now.
D21 on Schedule to Re-Open for In-Person Learning
Kindergartens and 6th grade will be the first to return to in-person learning on March 15th.
TD Planning gives eastside Subdivision final approval
The City of The Dalles Planning department recently sent a press release officially stating that The Grove Subdivision in East The Dalles on Richmond Street has been approved.
Little Art City Strikes Again
Jonathan and Shannon Zilka have put some new faces on the ancient walnut tree outside their home and business at 318 E. Fourth St., The Dalles, across from the Civic Auditorium.
