Love 'em, Hate 'em: TD Shoppers Sound Off on the Return of Mask Mandates
With a rise of COVID cases and the return of masks in public places, shoppers in The Dalles sounded off on Tuesday, Aug. 17 about having to strap one back on over their ears. Love ‘em, hate ‘em, the embrace and the chafe. Read what they said about it here.
Dallesport Area Volunteer Earns President’s Volunteer Service Award
“The lifesaving work of ShelterBox is only possible because of our inspiring volunteers like Lora Helmer, whose service in their communities is ensuring families made homeless by disaster and conflict situations have access to essential shelter and supplies,” said Kerri Murray, President of ShelterBox USA.
Support work, job coaches make big impact, can earn health care
At times, we all need a little help. Here in our communities, there are many people who have developmental and intellectual disabilities who have jobs and live independently. But they can't always do it alone. Oftentimes a personal support worker or a job coach is needed to help them in daily or work-related tasks. Is this the job for you? It’s a nice way to earn some extra cash, even get health benefits. Oh, and change a life.
2021 Pacific Northwest Plein Air in the Columbia Gorge Paint-Off and Exhibition Announces Winners
"You can’t predict a sunset but you know it’s a beautiful view in the Gorge for a sunset anytime," said Portland-painter Elo Wobig.
The Local Dish: Freebridge Brewing
This sauce was not spicy but it created a sweet tangy backdrop that balanced the flavor of many toppings. The caramelized onions play off the tanginess of the barbeque sauce creating more depth of flavor when eaten with salty cured meats such as ham and bacon. The Local Dish Food bits bites and tips on finding those tasty hidden gems By Charles Childs/ CCCNews Foodie
Maupin Opening a New World Class Athletics Complex, 'The DRAC'
We’re about to have a world-class athletic complex near us. That’s unheard of for a place like the Columbia Gorge. The Maupin Deschutes River Athletic Complex is being built right now. World-class athletes like Usain Bolt could go and set records at that track.
Tai Chi in the Gorge
Craig Rundell of Underwood shares how his marital arts journey and how he’s learned to relax, find his center of gravity, and become a happier martial arts practitioner by teaching Tai Chi.
Yakama Nation Announces Tract D Recreational Area Opening Dates
Yakama Nation Tribal Forestry has announced that Tract D Recreational Area will be open from August 30th to October 1st from 7:00 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
Hood River Announces Four Finalists for City Manager
The Hood River City Council has designated four finalists for the position of City Manager: Charlie Bush, Abigail Elder, Cory Misley, and Keith Stahley and announced an opportunity for the community to meet the finalists at a community reception the evening of Tuesday, September 7, 2021.
What’s Cooler Than Being Cool? Ice Cold Hawaiian Shave Ice in Tygh Valley
Honu Hawaiian Shave Ice brings a taste of island living to Tygh Valley in Wasco County.
Moose Lodge hosting Family-Oriented Block Party on Saturday, Aug. 28
The Dalles Moose Lodge 2075 is hosting a Community Block Party on Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 10 am until 10 pm. This will take place in the parking lot of Discounts Plus and the event will be geared toward families.
Hazardous Air Quality Advisory and Excessive Heat Warning in Effect
Excessive heat warnings and hazardous air quality advisories are in affect in various parts of the Mid-Columbia region, including Goldendale, White Salmon, Trout Lake, and Yakima until Monday. Towns under heat advisory only include The Dalles, Dufur, Maupin, and Hermiston.
Construction Begins on New Buddhist Temple
Mt. Adams Buddhist Temple has begun the first phase of construction on a new temple in Trout Lake, WA. The new temple is being built to improve the temples ADA accessibility, make space for a children’s early learning program, and more.
Meet Lissette Rivera: Understanding the Struggle in Health Care
“I’ve always loved helping others that have experienced barriers that my family has struggled with in the past,” said Lissette Rivera. She is a Community Health Worker with Bridges to Health. All CHWs within the Bridge. She helps clients with anything from making a dental appointment to accessing food, transportation, or housing.
This Week in Gorge Entertainment- Aug. 11
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 Gary Pryor of Mosier’s new release, Families in the Park Concert Series, an open mic, and a Pacific Coast Trail Party. Read more here. CCCNews.com Columbia Community Connection
Goldendale's First-Ever Pride Brings Community Together to Celebrate Love
“It’s a milestone for the LGBTQ community in Goldendale to celebrate their first Pride event,” said Kent Apostal, Goldendale Pride Organizer.
Classic Car show ready to rumble in TD Saturday, Aug. 14
Riverfront Park will see some pretty awesome steel this weekend as The Dalles Rotary and The Mid Columbia Car Club put on the Show in the Shade starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 14th.
Cooling Shelter to Open in Stevenson starting Wednesday, Aug. 11
WAGAP is opening the Cooling Center at the site adjacent to the Hegewald Center at 710 SW Rock Creek Drive in Stevenson, Washington beginning tomorrow Wednesday, August 11 at 11 a.m. and will remain open until 7 p.m. or until temperatures fall to safe levels in the evening.
'Summer Nights and Sparkling Lights' 2021 Wasco County Fair Guide
This year’s Wasco County fair will feature a rodeo, demolition derby, 4-H livestock and small animal showings and auctions, Kid’s Day, Farmer’s Fun Day, Cook’s Racing Pigs aka “the fastest bacon in the west”, old fashioned horse-drawn carriage rides, local artisans, agriculturalists, ClockTower Ales beer garden, and live music from Smock Dogs and The Rock Doctors.
Sewer pipes will be smoking in HR this week; there will be an odor
The city of HR will be blowing smoke this week. Right in the old sewer pipes. They will be looking for defects and smoke helps detect them. It’s set to occur on Thursday and Friday, Aug. 12 & 13. Take a look at the map. Maybe they're blowing smoke in your neighborhood. Oh, and you might notice an odor.
