North Wasco County School Board to interview for vacant board seat on Aug. 24
Applicants interviewing for the Zone 5 position are the following:
PCT Days fills hiker boots with trail magic as backpackers recharge on 2,650-mile trek
And the varied and fascinating people Pacific Crest Trails Days in Cascade Locks brings from around the world into one place over several days is as deep as the PCT is long - that would be 2,650 miles.
Smoke Advisory: Hurricane Hilary Brings Canadian Wildfire Smoke To The Columbia River Gorge
As Hurricane Hilary alters atmospheric conditions, residents of various Gorge regions are urged to remain cautious and vigilant due to the impending influx of smoke from Canadian wildfires. The National Weather Service has forecasted "areas of smoke" across the Gorge until Sunday night, with relief expected as winds change direction on Monday.
Unicycling Unicorn Welcomes Hikers to Pacific Crest Trail Days in Cascade Locks
Our equine of the single horn was a little opener at the Friday Night Hiker Funk Party complete with bumping tunes from the DJ to keep those feet dancing all night long tonight, Aug. 18. Better rest up as Saturday looks to go longer than a 22-mile day with bonus miles.
Sherman kids jump into physics at OSU Sherman County Extension STEM camp
A wide variety of scientific concepts were explored including force, motion, gravity, momentum, inertia, and more. A total of 44 individuals participated in the camps, with a total attendance of 136.
Court advocates for kids sworn in to 'make a difference'
Amber Moore, a newly appointed advocate, says, “I wanted to become an advocate so I could actually make a positive difference for someone, actually physically go out there and bring more happiness to my community. There are a lot of issues in the world around us currently and while it seems like one person themselves cannot make a difference, they actually can! I encourage everyone out there to see what they can do to help their neighborhood.”
Life's a bowl of ollies: Skate park improvements curing
Locals are getting a sneak peek at the skate bowl being created at The Dalles Skate Park next to the Aquatic Center on Second Street.
Urban Renewal backs 108-apartment complex in downtown TD; former Griffith Motors to be razed
“This multi-million-dollar transformative project will not only help address the urgent need for family-wage-level housing but also contribute significantly to the local economy,” said Joshua Chandler, Urban Renewal Agency manager.
From Classroom to Dam: Local Educator Finds Joy as Park Ranger
Many people in the community know my mom, Sue-Ann Rodriguez Goodwin, as the dedicated educator who cared for and educated their kindergarteners at Colonel Wright Elementary School. After decades of service, she has made a career shift and is now educating locals and tourists alike at The Dalles Dam Visitor Center.
Hood River Heights Streetscape Plan Enters Phase 3
The Hood River Urban Renewal Agency met on Monday to discuss a number of important issues including phase three of the Hood River Heights Streetscape plan.
Ranchers, Fire Crews Knock Down Fire On Mill Creek Road in The Dalles
A fire was reported at the 4000 block of Mill Creek Road in The Dalles today at around 2 p.m.
Bargeway Pub's Swimsuit Edition; Gorge Entertainment looking good
Fascination with Fashionation this week at the Bargeway Pub as they meld the worlds of swimwear fashion, dance, music and throw in a touch of delicious merch on Friday, Aug. 18 - all for the benefit of The Next Door. Gorge Entertainment never looked so good. Check out this week’s smoking hot venues.
Photo of the Day: Cool Rides at The Hot Park
“The way we plan to beat the heat is drinking water, and driving faster. It’s a two-hour drive home, so we should be out of it before it gets bad,” Emily said.
The City of White Salmon Authorizes Low Income Utility Discount Program
The White Salmon City Council has authorized a Low Income Discount Program for residents who receive Water and/or Sewer Services from the City of White Salmon.
MCCAC Will Be Providing Cooling Kits to Folks Through Outreach
The next few days it is going to be hot. In response, Mid-Columbia Community Action is working with partners to provide cooling resources throughout the region. Attached is a list of locations where folks can go if they need to stay cool.
Unsuspecting man picks up garbage to receive bat bite in TD
A local man thought he was just grabbing some garbage off his apartment door when that garbage started moving and bit him in the finger on Sunday, Aug. 13 at about 6 p.m.
The Dalles Skate Park Taking Shape
The Dalles Skate Park to begin filling the skate bowl for the construction project that has been going on for the past few months.
Meet Your New Columbia River Gorge Commissioner: An Interview with Elaine Albrich
Originally from Portland, this soon to be Dufur resident is a new resident of the Gorge but her passion for the outdoors and the land runs deep. Now, this land use attorney is hoping to bring her knowledge navigating and resolving complex land use issues to the Gorge Commission.
The Dalles Public Works Department Will be Painting Center and Side Lines On Several Streets
The City of The Dalles Public Works Department will be painting the center and side lines on several streets throughout the community on Monday, August 14 through Thursday, August 17, 2023, beginning at 6:00 am each day, weather permitting.
The Dalles Beautification Tree Committee Offers Ways to Keep Your Trees Healthy This Summer
We are in a drought here in The Dalles, with barely four inches of rain since the beginning of this year, a lot of high temps, and desiccating wind. Many of our residential trees are in trouble and may slowly die without extra water this summer.