Library District accuses city of violating agreement, Wasco County declares drought emergency and discusses state's denial of houselessness emergency

Library District accuses city of violating agreement, Wasco County declares drought emergency and discusses state's denial of houselessness emergency

Cole Goodwin
Home Page, Wasco County, The Dalles

During their March 15th, 2023 meeting, Wasco County Commissioners heard public testimony from the Wasco County Public Library board concerning alleged IGA violations by the City of The Dalles, declared a state of drought emergency, and discussed the State denying the county’s declaration of a state of emergency concerning homelessness.

DA's Mid-Term Report Details Wasco County Achievements, Challenges and Case Trends

DA's Mid-Term Report Details Wasco County Achievements, Challenges and Case Trends

Cole Goodwin
Home Page, Wasco County, The Dalles

Wasco County District Attorney Matthew Ellis has released his mid-term report to the public. The report details the DA Office’s challenges and accomplishments over the past two years including staffing, case trends, supporting the creation of speciality treatment and mental health courts, updating policy, resentencing old cases to be consistent with current laws, and more.

Pat and Pete but no repeat; Cascade Singers piping sweet at Landmark on 17th

Pat and Pete but no repeat; Cascade Singers piping sweet at Landmark on 17th

Karl Vercouteren
Art, Entertainment, Education, Positive News

The Dalles Cascade Singers and The-Almost-All-Irish-Almost-All-Brass-Band present the annual St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser at St. Peter’s Landmark. This annual event collects donations to benefit the historic St. Peter’s Landmark located at the corner of Lincoln and 3rd Streets. Official festivities commence Friday, March 17th, at 7:00 P.M.

Eli Howard kicks off at Bargeway on Wed., March 15 in week of Irish-inspired fun

Eli Howard kicks off at Bargeway on Wed., March 15 in week of Irish-inspired fun

Tom Peterson
Art, Business, Columns, Education, Entertainment, Environment, Home Page, Hood River County, Klickitat County, The Dalles

Eli Howard hits the Bargeway on Wednesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. Howard was at The Dalles Art Center last May with his full ensemble, Eli Howard & the Greater Good. Good show! And there is much more on tap in this week’s edition of all things entertainment in the Gorge. St. Patrick’s day be bringing some fine acts and chances to swing your lover to and fro, even some kilts to keep your pint chasing comfortable.

The Dalles Art Center at risk of closing; hours and staff reduced

The Dalles Art Center at risk of closing; hours and staff reduced

Tom Peterson
Art, Business, Education, Entertainment, Environment, Home Page, The Dalles

On Monday, March 13, The Dalles Art Center sent out an email letting members know that if $3,500 cannot be raised by March 31, the Board plans on moving ahead with “the painful responsibility of closing The Dalles Art Center by April 15th. This is a public appeal to all residents and businesses to help us avoid such a devastating loss to the community.”

What About Second Breakfast?

What About Second Breakfast?

Cole Goodwin
Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Positive News

The Dalles-Wasco County Library hosted a hobbit-approved breakfast event on Saturday, March 11th, in celebration of J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novel, The Hobbit. The event, titled "Second Breakfast", was a part of the library's two-month long celebration of the book, and brought together families, friends, and individuals from the community to enjoy a morning of fun and food.

Injured firefighters recovering at home; Chemical fire being assessed by DEQ

Injured firefighters recovering at home; Chemical fire being assessed by DEQ

Tom Peterson
Home Page

“Fortunately they were wearing full safety equipment with self-contained breathing apparatus,” said Mid-Columbia Fire and Rescue Chief Bob Palmer. “That’s what protected them from being injured far more severely.” The volatile copper naphthenate also in the mix exploded, bending back the top of the metal tank several feet.  The explosion sent a shockwave through the area and a giant ball of fire into the air.

Chemical Tank Explosion at AmeriTies to be inspected by DEQ, OSHA today, March 10

Chemical Tank Explosion at AmeriTies to be inspected by DEQ, OSHA today, March 10

Tom Peterson
Home Page

This morning the 55,000-gallon tank was still smoldering as black plumes of smoke filled the air above the silver tanks next to the railroad tracks on Tie Plant Road east of The Dalles Marina. The tank contained copper naphthenate, which is a copper-based, oil-borne wood preservative. It is a replacement for creosote in railroad ties and as a replacement for pentachlorophenol in utility poles, according to Nisus Corp.

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