In the news, it is so often that bad news gets the biggest response from readers, but that was simply not so here at CCCNews during the past four days. Reporter Cole Goodwin proved that stereotype wrong. Their story about saving birds has become our most popular to date, garnering more than 80,000 views in the last four days with readership throughout the U.S.

The Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority is pleased to announce that the bridge replacement project has been awarded a $200 million grant through the federal INFRA program. The award means the project has more than half of the funding needed, marking a significant milestone toward realizing a 2029 opening date for the new bridge.

“I am committed to ensuring that those who commit crimes are held accountable, that the people they harm are heard, and to work hard to reduce the impact of addiction and mental illness,” Davis said in announcing her candidacy.

Four Rivers Family is launching parenting education classes. it marks a significant expansion in local educational opportunities for parents and caregivers of children. A partnership with GOBHI, Mid Columbia Center for Living, Columbia Gorge Education Service District, Hood River Prevention and Youth Think are behind the big changes.

Looking for something to do amid yet another snow day? Here are 8 ideas to keep you sane, entertained, and riding a sweet mental plane.  

It appears Dave DesRochers took on a good part of an entire city block, blasting the chunky white stuff of the sidewalk like a superhero neighbor. He rounded his corner on Second Street, took out a section of Washington Street and then headed down Third Street.

Owning and running a restaurant is not a get-rich-quick business. It’s hard work, long hours. I asked Kaye and Barry, what is most rewarding? “The positive things people say on Facebook and Google. The comments mean the world to us. This place is like a little bit of Americana, to have a dream and have it work out so well,” answered Kaye. Barry beamed, “Worth the ride!” 

Winter can bring some unusual birds to your bird feeders! Have you seen any of these birds this winter?

Sidewalks got snow? Pull out the shovel. Time to roll.

Despite additional snowfall in the Columbia River Gorge, Interstate 84 was reopened this morning making it possible for mail delivery today. Postal service employees were out in The Dalles this morning with vehicle tires chained. Even the employees had their feet chained.

Ben Noble is on a mission to get people talking. His job is an important one: to get landlords and tenants to discuss matters that could potentially lead to an eviction and try to help them find common ground and resolve their issues.

Amidst a biting cold snap in The Dalles, the temperature plummeted to a frigid 9 degrees Fahrenheit on January 16th. While most would shun the outdoors in such freezing conditions, Trever Phillips, 40, owner of Trever J Phillips Construction, and his dedicated team were undeterred, continuing their work despite the chill.

First, the Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) and Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybee and Farm-raised Fish Program (ELAP) reimburse producers for a portion of the value of livestock, poultry, and other animals that died as a result of a qualifying natural disaster event– like these winter storms.

Stop in Bargeway for Great Deals, Great Music and Great Drinks and leave the cold weather outside! Not enough? Need more? Keep reading here as we’ve got all the gigs in the Gorge’s most inclusive guide.

“We are looking at our data right now, but we understand that it is just a snapshot, so as we put these new things in place some things will work, some won’t, and will have to evolve as we go,” Columbia High School Vice Principal Kelly Hume said in a Jan. 8 interview.

The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Highstreet Insurance & Financial Services, regretfully announces the postponement of our much-anticipated event, the 2024 Distinguished Citizens Award Banquet, originally scheduled for tomorrow night, January 18th.

The City of the Dalles, The City of Hood River, and Wasco County Offices are closed today due to inclement weather as a winter storm has brought ice, snow, and freezing rain to large swaths of the Northwest.  Tough driving conditions look to continue as heavy snow and ice will move toward thawing and freezing as temps reach above freezing during daytime hours.

Washington State lawmakers who voted in favor of the Bill contend that the old law was doing more harm than good when it came to offenders who committed their crimes as juveniles. A level 3 or high-risk offender's requirement to register as a sex offender has reduced from being listed indefinitely to three years after release from a confinement/treatment facility. A level 2 or moderate-risk offender’s requirement decreased from 10 to 2 years.

Moses Witkowski, 13, of The Dalles on the right, and brother Solomon, 8, work the walkway in front of Onstott Broehl & Cyphers CPAs PC at 100 E. Fourth Street, The Dalles this morning after Mother Nature left another inch of snow on Tuesday evening, Jan. 16.

All North Wasco County Schools will remain closed Wednesday, January 17th due to the ongoing winter storm conditions in our area. We strongly encourage all families to stay home and off the road as ice accumulation is expected overnight.