Nov 3

Nov 3 Klickitat County Sheriff Bob Songer Says He Will Not Enforce Protections for Gray Wolves

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Klickitat County

Songer stated that he believes arresting someone for killing a wolf when it is attacking or killing livestock to be “a violation of the individual’s Constitutional rights.”

Nov 3

Nov 3 Over 250 People Attend Dia de los Muertos Celebration in The Dalles

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, Positive News, The Dalles, Wasco County

A Dia de los Muertos celebration at The Dalles Wasco County Library, saw an enormous attendance of over 250 community members last night, November 2nd from 5-7:30 p.m. The event included a resource fair, live music performances from Janelle Santos, and Los Renagados, dancing, pastries, tacos from Tacos Tumbras, hot camelia (a sweet cinnamon spiced herbal tea), ofrendas, crafts, lotería (a game of chance similar to bingo), face painting and a raffle.

Nov 2

Nov 2 Wild Brew Coffee & Pizza Is Open for Business

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Business

Wild Brew cafe, located at 418 E Second St in The Dalles opened for business yesterday. In fact, the cafe was so full of patrons looking to support the grand opening that the cafe had run out of mozzarella cheese for their pizzas!

Nov 2

Nov 2 Man gets 8 years prison time for Donald Lewis beating in TD

Columbia Community Connection

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

Jeremy Lee Anderson, 50, is one of two men who forced their way into Lewis’ house while he was home on Jan. 22. 2021. The men pistol-whipped and beat him.

Nov 2

Nov 2 Ballot returns in high school decision eclipse 30 percent in Wasco County

Tom Peterson

Home Page

There are just 5 days left to get your ballot to the polls to make your voice known on whether to construct a new high school in The Dalles. Election day is Nov. 7 and the deadline is 8 p.m.

Nov 2

Nov 2 Multi-Agency Sting in Cascade Locks Lures Child Predators; Two Arrested

Columbia Community Connection

Hood River County, Home Page

In a collaborative effort, the Hood River County Sheriff's Office, along with several other law enforcement agencies, conducted a sting operation to lure child predators in Cascade Locks on October 21, 2023, leading to the apprehension of two suspects.

Nov 2

Nov 2 Column: Local Grads Make the World A Better Place Episode 10; Meet Russell Spino

Tom Peterson

Home Page, The Dalles, Education

Besides his wife, Jennifer, there were others who had a significant influence on Russell Spino’s life at TDHS. Mr. Rolen, Mr. Radford, and Mr. Kramer were always there for him. He’s grateful they encouraged him to finish high school. These men all believed in him and that made him believe in himself.

Nov 1

Nov 1 CCCNews Podcast Episode 4: "The Amazing Adolfo"

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, Podcast, The Dalles, Wasco County, Positive News

In this episode of the CCCNews Podcast, we interview Adolfo Molliendo, a first-generation immigrant from Guatemala, Gorge Dancing with the Stars winner, and a local winemaker about his latest adventure: a trek to Mt. Everest base camp and what it takes to turn your dreams into reality. Tune in to hear Adolfo’s perspective on how to curate a life you love to live.

Nov 1

Nov 1 Confronting the Housing, Food Access, and Mental Health Crisis in The Dalles

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

Take a look at what’s being done in The Dalles, Oregon to address homelessness by expanding access to transitional housing, food, and mental and behavioral healthcare and explore statistics that paint a picture of the spectrum of houselessness and how it informs what communities will need to be focused on in the coming years.

Nov 1

Nov 1 Kiwanis programs for November, 2023

Joshuah Albert

Positive News

Kiwanis programs for November, 2023

Nov 1

Nov 1 Elfing Elks kick off season of giving

Washington Gorge Action Programs

Home Page, Positive News

Spreading holiday cheer is top of mind for Cheri Michaelson and Miki Caldwell of the "Elfing Elks," a group of ladies, members, spouses, and community members supporting the Mt. Adams Elks Lodge #1868 in White Salmon.

Nov 1

Nov 1 GOBHI Moves to Klindt Dr. in TD; Old HQ to be bought by Wasco County for $3.8 million

Tom Peterson

Business, Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County

GOBHI has made preparations to sell its former property at 401 E. 3rd St. to Wasco County. The downtown 3rd Street building would serve as office space for county staff and existing tenants. The price for the building last stood at $3.8 million. The two-story building sits on .52 acres - Tom Peterson

Nov 1

Nov 1 Waterfront Wednesday getting Rich and Blonde at Bargeway tonight; Film Festival slated for HR

Jim Drake

Art, Columns, Entertainment, Home Page

Rich and Blonde are headlining Waterfront Wednesday at the Bargeway Pub tonight, while bands abound around the gorge along with the Gorge Impact Film Festival in Hood River. Check it all out here in the Gorge’s most comprehensive entertainment guide.

Nov 1

Nov 1 Photo Gallery: The Dalles Trick or Treat

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, Positive News

The Dalles got all dressed up for Halloween this year! Check out our photo gallery to see some of the best looks of the night!

Oct 31

Oct 31 CCCNews Halloween Podcast: The Enigmatic End of Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier

Robin

Podcast, Home Page

In this spine-tingling Halloween special episode, we delve into the dark and mysterious life and unusual death of Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier in 1794. Lavoisier, the dreamy French chemist known for his contributions to the metric system and a series of scientific breakthroughs, was condemned to death by a people's court during the chaotic times of the French Revolution.

Oct 31

Oct 31 Happy Halloween! See You at The Dalles Trick or Treat Tonight Oct. 31!

Cole Goodwin

Positive News, Entertainment, Home Page

The Dalles Main Street, The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce, and Downtown The Dalles will host a trick or treat event complete with costumes, candy and fun on October 31, 20243 from 3-5 p.m. The event will also include the Monsters in the Park After Dark party at The Dalles City Park from 4 to 6 p.m. The event will include music, treats, yard games, a haunted room and more!

Oct 31

Oct 31 City of The Dalles Sues Local Soup Kitchen

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

The Dalles, OR, October 31, 2023 – The St. Vincent de Paul Society of The Dalles (SVdP), a non-profit that offers aid to those in need, has found itself in the City’s crosshairs. The City of The Dalles is suing SVDP in pursuit of shutting SVDP down for up to a year and a monetary award of $10,000.

Oct 31

Oct 31 New High school vote in TD still pushing the poll

Tom Peterson

Home Page

As the countdown to Election Day for the North Wasco County School District Bond continues, the community eagerly anticipates the final tally. One thing is unequivocally clear: North Wasco County residents are actively engaged in shaping their future, with voter participation consistently surpassing initial projections.

Oct 31

Oct 31 Columbia Gorge Pride Alliance to Host “A (K)night in Camelot”

Cole Goodwin

Entertainment, Home Page, Positive News

Break out your chain mail and polish your jousting stick! Columbia Gorge Pride Youth Council is back with another free all ages dance. Festivities will kick off at Hood River Hotel at 102 Oak St on November 11 at 6 p.m. and run until 10 p.m. There will be a medieval and renaissance faire themed dance, drag, food, crafts and opportunities for attendees to show off their bard skills.

Oct 30

Oct 30 Third Annual Turkey Trot Run to Benefit The Next Door, Inc

The Next Door

The Dalles, Positive News

Start your holiday off the right way and join Columbia Gorge Toyota and Honda’s Third Annual Turkey Trot Benefit Run in support of The Next Door, Inc.! Not up for running? No problem! Participants are welcome to run, walk, or trot their way through this all-ages, family-friendly event on Thanksgiving morning.

Welcome, friends.