Jun 2

Jun 2 The Dalles Arts Center Hosts Small Works Exhibit

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Entertainment

Opening on Thursday, June 8th, 2023 the Small Works Exhibit at The Dalles Art Center is a window into the talent of local and regional artists. Twenty-nine pieces of art were selected from a list of over sixty submissions.

Jun 1

Jun 1 I-84 wrong-way driver almost hits deputy; driver facing drunken driving allegation

Tom Peterson

Home Page

A Wasco County Deputy had a wild run-in this morning, June 1, at 2:33 a.m. when traveling on Interstate 84 near The Dalles, when a wrong-way driver almost hit their cruiser. It’s the second wrong-way driver on I-84 near The Dalles in the past 20 days.

Jun 1

Jun 1 Well Stated: Riverhawk Track & Field Finishes Strong at the State Meet

Jill Bell

Home Page, The Dalles

Riverhawks send 10 athletes to State on May 26 in 4A Track and Field Championship at Hayward Field in Eugene culminating in gutsy racing and going for broke in the field events.

Jun 1

Jun 1 TD Kiwanis Programs: OSU Extension Agent gives Cherry Crop Outlook Today, June 1

Tom Peterson

Positive News

TD Kiwanis are packing it in this June. Visitors are welcome. Today, June 1, OSU Extension Agent Ashley Thompson reports on 2023 cherry crop outlook. June 8 - City Manager Matthew Klebes offers a city update. June 15 - John Foley will talk about family and Spooky’s history. June 22 - Commissioner Phil Brady speaks on Wasco County happenings. June 29 - Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield presents the art rock project beside her gallery/studio.

Jun 1

Jun 1 Put the Scenic Back in Sorosis 2023 Fundraiser Kicks Off This June

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Positive News

The Put the Scenic Back in Sorosis fundraiser aims to raise $347,000 in funds for phase two of the park rehabilitation project which will involve tree plantings, landscaping, the construction of an ADA accessible gazebo/pavilion, and improved walking trails.

Jun 1

Jun 1 Living Well Column: Let's Get Out There!

Donna Henderson

Columns, Home Page

Donna Henderson, an LCSW and psychotherapist from Maupin, OR, shares why she always asks her clients what role physical outdoor activity plays in their lives. “The fact is, for possibly the majority of us, regular, moderate physical activity alone is as effective for mild to moderate depression and anxiety as either antidepressant drugs or “talk therapy,” says Henderson.

May 31

May 31 Bargeway brings Eli Howard tonight to start off this week in Gorge Entertainment

Jim Drake

Art, Education, Entertainment, Home Page, Columns

Eli Howard returns to The Dalles tonight, May 31 at the Bargeway Pub, kicking off a week of fun and entertainment, including Blitzen Trapper at The Ruins on Sunday, June 4. Jim Drake also gives us the rundown on Gorge Blues and Brews Fest in Stevenson starting June 24.

May 30

May 30 CGCC President Candidates to speak at forums in June on both campuses

Columbia Gorge Community College

Education, Home Page, Hood River County, Wasco County

The public is invited to attend forums to gain deeper insight into the candidates that are applying to be the next president of Columbia Gorge Community College on June 5, 8, 9 and 12 in The Dalles and Hood River as the Columbia Gorge Community College board nears a decision on the institution’s next president.

May 27

May 27 Soft White Wheat prices way off from a year ago; average rainfall all over the board

Columbia Community Connection

Farm & Ranch, Home Page, Business

Get the latest update on grain and rain from OSU Extension Agents right here. Also, find a link to the entire May edition of the Mid-Columbia Farmer’s Newsletter. It’s packed with useful information and upcoming events.

May 27

May 27 Van Tilburg expands role in Public Health with new position with North Central

North Central Public Health District

Healthcare, Hood River County, Wasco County, Home Page

Van Tilburg has been the Health Officer for Hood River County Health Department for five years. “I love the challenge, the enthusiasm and the impact of public health,” he said. He now serves as health officer for both NCPHD and Hood River County.

May 26

May 26 Tobacco users earn $25 gift card by taking survey; limited to first 200

Tom Peterson

Positive News

Earn a $25 gift card by taking a survey about resources used to stop tobacco use. Click here to learn more.

May 26

May 26 Smoking hot TDHS squares off against Astoria at home tonight in softball quarterfinal

Tom Peterson

Positive News, Sports, Home Page

TDHS Softball, 23 wins 3 loses, takes on Astoria, 19-6, tonight, May 26, in the playoff quarterfinal in the OSAA 4A bracket. They’ve got a home-field advantage at 16th Street Ballpark in The Dalles. The girls have not lost since March and burned Seaside earlier this week in a 16-0 route. The first pitch is at 6 p.m. Like the long ball? They set the record in that this year too.

May 26

May 26 Hood River Fire & EMS Receives $384,025 in Grant Funding

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page, Hood River County

Hood River Fire & EMS is celebrating good news after receiving $384,025 in grant funding from the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM).

May 26

May 26 Lightning at District propels TDHS Track to Eugene Championship today, May 26

Jill Bell

Sports, Home Page

Thunderstruck varsity Riverhawks pounded out a strong performance at the district meet in Madras, earning several athletes a chance to compete at the OSAA Track meet today, May 26 and Saturday, May 27 in Eugene. Read Coach Pearson’s story here.

May 26

May 26 Bureau of Land Manangment Announces PNW Fire Restrictions

Columbia Community Connection

Environment, Home Page

Fire restrictions go into effect on May 23 for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout Oregon and Washington. The BLM encourages all visitors to be aware of active restrictions and closures as warmer, drier weather sets in around the Pacific Northwest.

May 25

May 25 Saludos Amigos: Restaurant row shaking in TD; two new openings

Tom Peterson

Business, Home Page, The Dalles

Two shuttered restaurants are showing major signs of life in TD. One’s open and the other will be soon. Just in time for summer. Check out the flavors that are hitting The Dalles here.

May 25

May 25 Zim's Brau Haus purchased by Long-Time TD Country Club Operator

Tom Peterson

Business, Home Page, The Dalles

Zim’s enters a new stage of ownership as Rachel and Jason Miller are set to take on the restaurant and sports bar in days to come. The couple waited patiently for the establishment to go up for sale after Bill and Connie Ford remodeled the bar and rebuilt its reputation over the past 18 years.

May 25

May 25 Kiwanis Celebrates 100 Years with $17k donation to Interactive Explorer Room at Columbia Gorge Discovery Center

Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum

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The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum will host a ribbon cutting for its newly designed all-ages interactive activity center, the Explorer Room on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 2 p.m.

May 25

May 25 Gorge Youth Mentoring Spring Raffle: Enter to Win a Coastal Getaway

The Next Door

Home Page, Positive News, The Dalles, Wasco County, Hood River County

Support The Next Door Inc.’s Gorge Youth Mentoring Spring Raffle for your chance to win one of two amazing stays at the Oregon Coast!

May 25

May 25 For the love of the game; TD Sluggers 12U win on homers, strong pitching

Tom Peterson

Sports, Home Page

Sluggers knocking it out of the park with two tourney wins. Team sends Elvis out of the building 19 times in two tournaments. Mothers honored with last-inning heroics.

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