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On Thursday, June 8, 2023, Clark County Land Use Hearing Examiner Joe Turner issued a 72-page decision denying a land use application seeking permission for gravel mining operations in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, adjacent to the Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge and near the Columbia River Gorge Elementary School and Jemtegaard Middle School.
The first farmer's market of the 2023 season took place on Saturday, June 10th, and Stevenson's waterfront was transformed into a bustling hub of activity and community spirit. The new location of the farmer's market added an extra charm, providing a picturesque backdrop for a day filled with fun, food, and festivities.
Man-made hazards, like the Low Head Dam, are especially dangerous to those who float or paddle the river, said Chip Hogan who lives nearby and runs the river. The dam runs perpendicular to the river and a two-person inflatable kayak was seen resting on top of the middle of the dam on June 9, nearly a week after the accident.
It’s the thrill of the hunt that led to our question of the week in this edition. CCCNews took the streets to find if people are cuckoo for cash deals as yard sales, garage sales, and estate sales, are hitting a fevered pitch. Guess what, not only do people enjoy them, some have based a whole career on their finds. Check out what locals had to say here.
Through its annual Community Investment Grant Program, Visit Hood River announces the awarding of $27,600 in matching funds to six local organizations.
The Skamania County Women’s Council and Skamania County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault have partnered to offer Skamania County’s first Pride Picnic in recognition of and support for the county’s LGBTQIA community.
How do you stop a fire? Don’t have it in the first place. Wasco and Hood River county fire districts along with the Oregon Department of Forestry have banned burning on June 11 in hopes that people turn to chipping or composting rather than matches to deal with outdoor debris.
In a push to secure federal loans to construct a new Hood River Bridge, toll increases are currently being considered and the public is being asked to take a survey to consider two different menus of increases. Cost per auto and pickup would see an increase from $2 to $3 or $3.50 cash and from $1 to $1.75 or $2 on the BreezeBy system, depending on which toll option is used.
Retired lawyers and volunteers have joined forces with Portland Community College C.L.E.A.R. Clinic to assist individuals in the Gorge seeking expungement.
Annette Beyers and Mike Richardson talk about plans for improving Sorosis Park and the fundraising that is left to do this morning, June 8. Beyers had maps and brochures about the current fundraising that will go towards landscaping, the construction of an ADA-accessible gazebo/pavilion, and improved walking trails.
The Bargeway Pub is priming the pump as they bring Texas Trio Powell Brothers to the stage on Saturday. Jim Drake also jumps into music fest previews in Mosier, Trout Lake, and Arlington while also dishing on the lineups for all the local venues Gorge-wide. Check it all out here.
Big news for your safety and peace of mind this fire season. We’re talking about OR-Alert and Smart911, two game-changing systems that bring you real-time emergency alerts, warnings, and notifications. With these cutting-edge tools, you can stay informed and prepared like never before. So, let's get down to business and learn how you can be in the know and stay safe when it matters most.
The City of White Salmon is asking residents to conserve water for the next few days as they bring the water filtration plant back online after normal filter maintenance.
Serious Theater is presenting New York opera singer Anna Viemeister and baritone Jeremy Griffin in a special concert on Sunday, June 18th at 2:00 P.M. at the Zion Lutheran Church in The Dalles (10th and Union). The program features Songs of Robert Schumann: Frauenliebe und leben, Op.42 and Dichterliebe, Op. 48.
SafeSpace Child Advocacy Center of The Gorge celebrated breaking ground on its planned new facility on Friday, May 26, in Hood River.
For over two decades, The Next Door Inc. (TNDI) has housed the Oregon Trail Transitional Living (OT) program, providing transitional living services to hundreds of houseless youth in the Gorge. Now, partnering agencies are pleased to announce that the Oregon Trail Transitional Living program will be operated by the Youth Empowerment Shelter in The Dalles as of July 1, 2023.
Dufur School welcomed the incoming class of Freshman on Wednesday, June 1, and also recognized seniors with Scholarship Awards of $135,000. Superintendent, Jack Henderson, asked the seniors if they realized how special these circumstances were at Dufur School, and all of the graduates nodded enthusiastically.
Here Come the Riverhawks - TDHS Softball team drills as usual on Thursdays as coaches work to keep this tight-knit team loose and ready to play in what looks to be a great championship game against Henly on Saturday, June 3 in Eugene. The Team is equally good on the field as they are at knocking home runs at a record pace.
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.
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.
