Fourth-graders hit the trail this morning, June 8, at Dry Hollow Elementary as the classes re-enacted the historical 2000-mile Oregon Trail journey from Independence, Missouri to Oregon City.

On Thursday and Friday, June 10 and 11, City crews and contractors will complete two pavement preservation projects. Work on sections of Bridge Street will force a complete closure for drivers and work on Scenic Drive will limit traffic to a single lane with flaggers.

More than a hundred bidders helped raise over $21,000 to support student scholarships when Columbia Gorge Community College Foundation held its “Saddle Up & Celebrate” online auction this spring.

We are pleased to report that the water mains have been repaired. Tests show no bacteria in City water and you no longer need to boil your water before drinking it. A total of 24 tests had to be taken to ensure that no harmful bacteria were in the water.

A day to live incredibly- Graduation 2021 TDHS

Meet Oregon homesteader, licensed medical practitioner and political activist Marie Equi. 

Put on your swim shorts and bathing suits and get ready for some free swimming in The Dalles and Hood River! The pools are offering free passes for families that have a financial need.

The Dalles High School Graduation is set to begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 5 at Sorosis Park. Immense Imagery will live stream the event. Check here for the link. And Congratulations to the Class of 2021.

During this time of shut down, the Mid-Columbia Senior Center Board has come up with a list of facility improvement projects that are easier done now without our busy people traffic when The Center opens up. Read about them and the vendor fair for Saturday, June 5, here.

Health Officials have upped the ante on vaccinations. Any Wasco County resident who gets vaccinated at the mobile clinic in The Dalles will receive a $50 VISA card. Find out how here.

This past weekend May 29-31 the 14U Sluggers baseball team had their final tournament in Hillsboro. They captured first place once again in the Northwest Nations Memorial Day Challenge.

Due to the loss of water pressure in the distribution system on the night of June 2, 2021, potentially harmful bacteria could be present in the water supply. If these bacteria are present, they could make you sick. Do not drink the water without boiling it first. Click here to see if this applies to your residence or place of work.

On May 22nd and May 23rd the 12U Sluggers baseball team competed in a tournament at Jaquith Park in Newberg. They captured 2nd place in the tournament.

City of The Dalles Public Works crews worked through the night to repair a water line near the intersection of 14th and Quinton Streets, which has officials recommending they turn off the mains to their houses.

Police blocked access to Interstate 84 and Highway 30 West of The Dalles on Wednesday afternoon when a grass fire started blowing large plumes of smoke over the highway. Multiple firefighters and an air attack were brought in to douse the flames. The fire was burning as of the posting of this story at 2:55 p.m.

2021 Dufur Football All League Selections

Sculpture, plantings and vibrant colors have transformed Kelly Avenue this week as multiple projects, both public and private, have coalesced to give the thoroughfare an inviting and clean look. Check it out.

This past weekend, May 29-30th, the Cherry City Crush softball team took first in their tournament with some tight games and a 10-run blowout. Go Crush!

The Portland Comedy Film Festival will screen 200+ short comedy films at the gorgeous Sunshine Mill Winery located in The Dalles from June 10-13, 2021. Read more about it here.

TD Public Library Opens Back Up