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Caryl Brewbaker gets wild - TD Beautification Committee takes notice. “With fewer and fewer weeds each year, the wildflowers and worthy birdseed grasses now have the freedom to return each year with little to no competition,” she said. “Hoorah!”

Nov 14

Nov 14 Free COVID-19 At-Home Test Kits Available

Joshuah Albert

With respiratory season upon us, and family gatherings planned as the holidays approach, North Central Public Health District is offering free iHealth COVID-19 test kits, with a limited drive-up pickup for your convenience.

Nov 13

Nov 13 92-year-old faces night of subzero temps before rescue; Travel plan pays off

Cold weather exposure can be life-threatening and another night in these conditions may have been fatal,” said Captain Kyle Kennedy, Oregon State Police. Like Mr. Hendrickson, motorists are encouraged to make sure others know their travel plans and intended routes in the event of unexpected travel-related complications.

Nov 13

Nov 13 A Season in Pictures: Goldendale Volleyball 2023

Mike Salsbury

Sports, Home Page, Klickitat County

Coach Bellamy sees life lessons taking hold in her players’ lives. “The kids learn how to function in a group, celebrate each other, work together even if you’re not the best of friends. We overcame adversity early in the year with relationships and learned to put that aside and play together for the common goal.”

Nov 13

Nov 13 TDPD Achieves Full Accreditation, Setting New Standards in Law Enforcement Excellence

Great news for the City of The Dalles Oregon. Your Police Department has achieved a huge milestone in the history of our Department. We are now a fully accredited agency through the Northwest Accreditation Alliance. This affirms our commitment to best practices in Law Enforcement and the highest ideals in public safety.

Nov 13

Nov 13 Casting Call: 'Peter Pan' Auditions for Young Actors at The Dalles Civic Auditorium Children’s Theatre

The Dalles Civic Auditorium Children’s Theatre is hosting open auditions for the spring performance of “Peter Pan”. Auditions will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 28 and 29, 4-6 p.m. for amateur actors aged 8-13 at The Dalles Civic Auditorium.

Nov 13

Nov 13 Holiday Shopping and Events in Downtown The Dalles

Join 35 + businesses in a variety of sectors including health & beauty, food & drink, clothing, gifts, and more. Businesses will be offering various holiday events, sales, and festivities between November and December. “Sip and Shop” your way through downtown the Dalles on Friday, December 15th. Businesses will be open 5-8 p.m. or later serving treats, drinks, and holiday cheer.

Nov 11

Nov 11 The Dalles Veterans Parade Photo Gallery 2023

Our Josh Albert took to the streets of Downtown TD today, Nov. 11, to capture the Veterans Day Parade. Here’s what he came up with. Thanks to all who have given of themselves to support and protect our great nation! Happy Veterans Day!

Nov 11

Nov 11 TD Tree of Hope, Christmas to ignite skies for 70th year

TD tree awaits its 70th lighting as several families carry the torch to bring holiday cheer to our community. Sam Woolsey gives us the history and some interesting stories about how this holiday tradition came to be.

Nov 10

Nov 10 Gander and Goose Brings Wildcrafted Botanical Cocktails to White Salmon

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, Business, Klickitat County, The Dalles

The newly opened Gander and Goose, a botanical cocktail bar primely located in downtown White Salmon was busy with the sounds of cocktail shakers and conversation on Friday night.

Nov 10

Nov 10 "Cookies, Cocoa, and Photos with Santa" Returns for Another Year of Giving Dec. 2nd

Cole Goodwin

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

The festive spirit of giving is returning to Hood River with the third annual "Cookies, Cocoa, and Photos with Santa" event, organized by Jennifer Josephson of Windermere Real Estate and Cara McNulty of Kiddie City Child Care Facility. This festive community event hopes to bring holiday cheer to the community while raising money to help those experiencing homelessness this holiday season.

Nov 10

Nov 10 Mom & Dad's Nipple Factory: A Tale of Resilience Takes Center Stage at Granada Theatre Nov. 12

Excitement is building in The Dalles as the nationally acclaimed documentary, *Mom & Dad's Nipple Factory*, directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Justin Johnson (aka, Justinsuperstar), makes its way to the Granada Theatre on November 12.

Nov 10

Nov 10 Universal Love and Foul Play: A Column By Nancy Turner

Watching chickens go about their daily business of strutting, tilting their heads just so, to one side, then the other, and earnestly pecking at a particular spot, entertained me to no end. I could stand, leaning against the fence railing, and watch for long stretches of time. It was impossible for me to feel bad about myself around chickens.

Nov 9

Nov 9 Three Coaches and Dozens of The Dalles High School Athletes Receive All-League Honors

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, Positive News, The Dalles, Wasco County

This fall season Twenty-four athletes and three coaches from The Dalles High School have been honored with all-league selections for the 2023 Tri-Valley Conference.

Nov 9

Nov 9 Forest Service Announces Fee-Free Day for Veterans Day

Home Page, Hood River County, Wasco County

The Pacific Northwest Region of the Forest Service will waive most day-use fee sites on National Forests in the region on Veterans Day, November 11. This fee-free day is in recognition of our nation's veterans and is the last fee-free day for the USDA Forest Service in 2023.

Nov 9

Nov 9 Contract losses at Landfill blow hole in Klickitat County Budget

Ken Park

Business, Home Page, Klickitat County

A second round of contract losses forces Klickitat County into budget crunch as dollars from Landfill dwindle. When asked about the reasons for the contract losses, Steve Gilmore, media representative for Republic Landfill Services, attributed the losses to a competitive market. “It's going to get exceedingly more difficult to pass a budget in the coming years,” Commissioner Jake Anderson said. ”The landfill has been our savior and saving grace for the last 30 years…

Nov 9

Nov 9 It's Huckins Huge at Bargeway Pub on Friday with Birthday Bash and BB; Gorge guide to greatness

Jim Drake

Art, Columns, Entertainment, Home Page

Singer-Songwriter Tyson Huckins turns 40 on Friday, Nov. 10, and he will be celebrating the big 4-0 at the Bargeway Pub in The Dalles as he pairs up with Ben Blakey or BB for some transcendent tunes and good times. The music starts around 6 p.m. That’s just a taste of This Week in Gorge Entertainment. Take a look here at the Mid-Columbia’s most comprehensive guide.

Nov 9

Nov 9 The Local Dish: Salmon Running at the Riv; Catch a Benedict