The Keepers of Popcanistan bank $18k for puppies, kittens
Recycling cans and bottles may not be the most glamorous work. Especially when you lift a garbage bag full into a truck and the accumulated liquid of old beer soda, and who knows what, leaks down your arm or hits you in the face. But, darn, if it doesn’t pay well for our furry friends
Wasco County Commissioners Hear Update on Houselessness Rates; Public Comments on Center for the Houseless
The Wasco County Commissioners Meeting held their regularly scheduled meeting at 9 a.m. on March 16th, 2022. Highlights from the meeting included a presentation by Mid-Columbia Community Action Council on rates of houselessness in Wasco County, and public comments on MCACC’s Navigation Center.
TD Council to offer City Manager job, not releasing name unless offer accepted
The Dalles City Council authorized Mayor Rich Mays and City Attorney Jonathan Kara to offer the city manager job to the Council’s top candidate and enter into an employment contract with that candidate during a short open meeting on Thursday, March 17.
Time running out as stalemate on Google Community Service Fee negotiation persists
City and County Officials must come to terms with Mid-Columbia Fire and Rescue as time is running out on brokering a deal on how to split future Google Community Service Fees that could be worth $37.5 million over 20 years. Locals could lose control to the state if negotiations fail. They are slated to meet again tonight, March 17.
CGCC Presents "BrewHub" Brewing Facility Proposal to The Dalles Urban Renewal Board
“This would be a commercial facility,” said Dan Spatz, Capitol Project Director for Columbia Community College. “Such a facility would provide an essential service for test runs and small batches for mid- and large-sized brewers. In concert with the AA in Food Science & Fermentation, this facility could also provide students with valuable and necessary hands-on experience.”
Get your Weekend Rocking - who's playing and where
Coming shows and events at The Ruins, Everybody’s Brewing, Grateful Vineyard, Bargeway Pub, Granada, River City Saloon, Zim’s, Columbia Center for the Arts, Mid-Columbia Community Concert Association, The Dalles Wasco County Library, The Dalles Eagles, Working Hands, The Pines, Downtown The Dalles, Bingen Theatre, Gorge Blues and Brews, Route 30, Cider Fest, Stone Hedge Gardens.
Hunt for Ancestry on Riverfront Trail
Sativa Cloud, 17, of Seattle by way of Yakama and Mich Hunt, 69, of The Dalles took a ride along Riverfront Trail this morning, Wednesday, March 16. It was not just for the exercise.
Meet The Candidates for The Dalles City Manager
TD City Council will interview four candidates for The Dalles City Manager on Thursday, March 17. Two are currently working in The Dalles. “I think it is the most important decision this Council will make,” said Mayor Rich Mays late last week. Read here about all 4 candidates. And plan to meet them in person on Wednesday, March 16.
Local health leaders request support of Navigation Center at TD Council Meeting
TD City Council had active audience participation on Monday, March 14, as people came out in support of a houseless Navigation Center on West Seventh St. If build, the facility will help those who have shown progress in wanting to regain a stable home. Airport, Development Fees, Boards, Crime
Wasco County to Approve Three Tax-foreclosed Property Sales March 16th
This week Wasco County Commissioners will be asked to approve the sale of three tax-foreclosed properties, a new printer fleet agreement, Mid-Columbia Economic Development District grant agreements, and hear an update on the increased number of individuals experiencing houselessness in Wasco County.
Urban Renewal to Discuss Accomplishments, Goals, and New Incentive Program for Commercial, Mixed-Use and Housing Developments
The Columbia Gateway Urban Renewal Agency Board will meet on March 15th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. Meeting highlights will include a presentation of the agency’s 2021-2022 accomplishments, proposed goals and priority projects for 2022-2023, and the draft of a new incentive program that would award grants to commercial, mixed-use, and new residential developments.
TDHS Riverhawks jumping into Spring Sports on Tuesday, March 15
TDHS Tennis, Golf, and Baseball kick off their seasons on Tuesday, March 15. Athletic Director Billy Brost also offers up accolades to athletes for a great winter sports season. Check out all things Riverhawk here.
TD Council to discuss development fees, airport progress, board appointments March 14 at 5:30 p.m.
Housing Developers in East the Dalles will be looking at increased fees for sanitary sewer services if The Dalles City Council approves a reimbursement district at its regular meeting set for 5:30 p.m. Monday, March 14.
Decarbonizing the Gorge: How communities are adapting
In response to climate change, local governments in the Columbia River Gorge are passing resolutions to decrease carbon emissions. It’s a start.
The Local Dish: Hot Point provides expansive Chinese Menu, to go boxes
I heard that Hot Point is a favorite Chinese restaurant in The Dalles for many and that their portions are generous. So, I could not help myself from getting to the bottom of this mystery and investigating what made Hot Point so good. Consider me a food detective. The Nancy Drew of Egg foo.
Question of the Week: What’s your favorite Batman movie?
This week’s question of the week was inspired by the new Batman movie now playing at Columbia Cinemas in The Dalles.
Google gives $100,000 for increasing water levels in 15 Mile Creek
The grant will go toward increasing water levels of Fifteenmile Creek which intends to better regulate the stream’s temperatures, protect aquatic species and ensure consistent water flow for area farmers.
TD Town Hall Results: 118 participate; schools, parks, trails, housing get focus
Improved schools, more trails and paths, a dog park, a sports complex, second-story apartments and upgraded commercial space downtown are just a few of the ideas that sprang forward as 118 people contributed to a virtual town hall for The City of The Dalles on Wednesday night, March 9.
Is the Columbia River Gorge a Supernatural Hotbed?
Have you had a supernatural experience in the Columbia River Gorge? Folks in the Gorge are being encouraged in radio ads and storefront signs,to file paranormal reports at Margie's Outdoor Store in Bingen, Washington.
“Supernatural occurrences have always been a part of life in the Gorge, but now they are on the rise, and for good reason,” said James Szubski, Owner of Margie’s Outdoor Store. “Tracking these events has become more important than ever, so Margie's has signed on to help gather information for our local Warden & Protector.”
TD Art Center Exhibit: Crow's Shadow prints rooted in “Contemporary Native Voices”
The world of printmaking includes subtle differences in technique; prints can take the form of lithographs, linocuts, woodcuts, monoprints, and monotypes (to name just a few), any and all of which are produced by the artists working at Crow’s Shadow studio in Pendleton and are currently on exhibit at The Dalles Art Center.
