CGCC starts Aviation Tech program to address shortage in industry
CGCC is bringing a new aviation maintenance technician program to the Gorge to address a shortage in the industry. “The average starting annual pay for a certificated mechanic is $45,000,” and this is increasing every year. Experienced mechanics earn $70,000 per year or more. Read more here.
TD Public Schools begin registration this week
North Waco County School District is holding registration for all students this week starting on Tuesday, Aug. 10th. Like last year, registration will take place online for all returning students through your PowerSchool Parent Portal. New students can pick up registration forms at their neighborhood schools. Read more for times and locations.
Winners announced in $10k COVID Lottery for Wasco, Sherman & Gilliam counties
North Central Public Health District has announced three winners in the $10,000 COVID-19 lottery held for people willing to get vaccines. They all rolled up a sleeve to become winners. Read More Here.
Photography Exhibit Offers Glimpse into the Lives of Migrant Workers in The Dalles
“This exhibition is a glance at what a common laborer lives during cherry season, it’s just a small slice of the story, but a story that not everyone in the Columbia River Gorge is aware of,” said Méndez.
CGCC Taking Applications for New Student Housing; It's suite
CGCC is now taking applications for its new dormitory, Chinook Residence Hall. The building features some incredible views and good energy with blues, whites and light wood tones. The building will be able to house 50 students in its current configuration. Read and SEE more here.
Little Music City to Induct Trio into Hall of Fame Saturday, Aug. 7
Local Musicman Al Hare is forging ahead with the creation of the Little Music City Hall of Fame - an entity that will honor and promote the history of music in The Dalles. The series kicks off on Saturday, Aug. 7, with an induction ceremony for Don Tibbets (guitar), Truman Boler (bass & vocals), Stan Ruehlow (drums).
Father-Son Team Rolling on Fourth Street
Hector Valdez and Rober Salcido of Isaac Painting give the porch ceiling a new coat on Thursday Morning, Aug. 5th. The father-son team really got after it, giving the body of the building an entire coat during the day.
600 Goats Munch Down in Maupin; Salmon Habitat Restoration Underway
600 goats descended on Maupin on Aug. 4th in an effort to restore Bakeoven Creek in its first two miles. Maupin’s Randy Klettke was able to build a team around the idea, bringing the Goat King from Pendleton and some pretty amazing Peruvian goat herders and their trusty guard and herding dogs. It’s the beginning of a long process, but one that could restore salmon spawning beds.
Wind & Lightning Advisory at Noon today, Aug. 5
Wind Advisory for cities of Arlington, The Dalles, White Salmon. Gusts up to 45 mph.
Pucker Juice proves profitable on E. 14th TD
Eleven-year-old Tavin Smith is a hustler in a good lemonade, hot chocolate kind of way. His sister, Sydney, chips in with her cookies.
Traveling Man: Miller's Journey Returns him to TD in Great Grocery Run
Cody Miller’s recent return to The Dalles to operate Grocery Outlet did not come without some hard-earned experience. The 33-year-old essentially has been moving for the past 15 years, learning how to motivate people to keep a clean well-stocked store. He also avoided a couple of fists on the way. Read more here.
Riverhawk Run is Back
After a two-year hiatus, the inaugural season and community-run/walk is BACK! The hilly 3K AND 5K courses loop around Sorosis Park and CGCC on gravel, grass, and pavement. Runners and walkers of all ages and experiences are welcome.
Kiwanis Club: Steak Feed is Back
Remember a time when you gathered with friends; the sun shining, live music hopping, and delicious food sizzling on the grill? That time is now! The annual Kiwanis Steak Feed is back!
This Week in Entertainment by Jim Drake - Aug. 4, 2021
When it comes to live music, Jim Drake can get you plugged in. Our local columnist for entertainment Gorge-wide has a good sampling of coming shows and events, including the classic horror movies, stand-up comedy and some Burgin Blues. Read more here.
Northwest Growers Lose Millions of Pounds of Cherries During Heatwave
“It’s been a hard year for the growers. We had some labor shortages early on because California’s harvest went later than usual, then we had several rain events that were scary, thankfully those events didn’t do too much damage to the crop. And then we had this heat event that really did damage to the crop,” said Ashley Thompson, Assistant Professor of Horticulture at Oregon State University.
Gas pipe work started between Bingen and White Salmon; traffic impacted
Gas Linework started between Bingen and White Salmon; traffic impacted
New MCMC Cardiology Agreement Has Some Crying Foul
Mid-Columbia Medical Center recently announced a new partnership with Adventist Health in Portland that will provide cardiology specialty services to local patients. Some patients are asking why the change was necessary while others have pointed out a potential conflict of interest.
Yakama Nation, Environmental Groups Hold Salmon Vigil to Raise Awareness of Salmon Die-Offs, Call for Dam Removal
Yakama Nation leaders, Columbia Riverkeeper, and over 40 people gathered at the mouth of the scenic Little White Salmon River to hold a Salmon Vigil. The vigil was to raise awareness about the ongoing deaths of sockeye salmon caused by hot water temperatures in the Columbia River and its tributaries.
Hazy skies in Gorge due to fires; Air quality advisory in effect through Thursday
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory Monday for Northeastern Oregon and the Central Columbia River Gorge due to smoke from fires in Washington, Idaho and Canada.
Wasco County Library Newsletter August 2021
David Osborn will facilitate a program named “The Meaning of Climate Change” via Zoom on Wednesday, Aug. 4th, at 6 p.m. through the Wasco County Library District. Learn out what else is happening in this month’s Library Happenings newsletter.
