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The Columbia Gorge STEM Hub recently announced the recipients for the 2023-2024 Microgrants. This year, 20 educators and community partners across four counties and five school districts received grant funding to support STEM-related projects and initiatives happening in the Gorge. This year’s microgrants are estimated to impact over 4,330 students and 148 classrooms or teachers.

Jan 22

Jan 22 Woman climbs out of vehicle minutes before train collision near HR; It's not as bad as it sounds

A 19-year-old woman walked away after busting through a guardrail in her Nissan Murano on Interstate 84 near Hood River and her car came to a stop on the railroad tracks on Sunday, Jan. 21.

Jan 22

Jan 22 Take A Note: Time to nominate for Teacher of the Year

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The Oregon Department of Education, in partnership with the Oregon Lottery, is pleased to announce the continuation of Oregon Regional Teacher of the Year to honor exemplary educators in every region of the state. Last year’s winner was Fifth Grade Dry Hollow Elementary Teacher Wesley Mitchell. Sharpen that pencil and make your nomination today at oregonteacheroftheyear.org

Jan 22

Jan 22 Good news rules for Goodwin as bird story goes Viral

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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.

Jan 22

Jan 22 Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Replacement project awarded $200M federal infrastructure grant

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.

Jan 22

Jan 22 Kara Davis launches Campaign for Wasco County District Attorney

“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.

Jan 19

Jan 19 Comprehensive Parent Education Program launched in the Mid-Columbia Region

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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.

Jan 19

Jan 19 Snow Day? Hurray! Avoid Cabin Fever With These 8 Activities

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Hood River County, Skamania County, Klickitat County

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.

Jan 19

Jan 19 TD Superneighbor: Dave DesRochers vs The City Block

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.

Jan 18

Jan 18 Column: Good eggs at Pancake House in TD Worth the Ride

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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!”

Jan 18

Jan 18 Have you seen these birds at your winter feeders?

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Skamania County, Klickitat County, Home Page, Environment

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

Jan 18

Jan 18 Scrape, lift, toss, repeat: Sidewalk shovel surfing- prevent the wipeout

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

Jan 18

Jan 18 If you know jack, you better go with your Yaktrax: Mail delivery in TD amid snow storm

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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.

Jan 18

Jan 18 Conflict resolution helps prevent evictions

Home Page, Klickitat County, Skamania County

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.

Jan 17

Jan 17 Braving the Cold: Trever J Phillips Construction Persists Through Harsh Winter in The Dalles

Joshuah Albert

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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.

Jan 17

Jan 17 USDA offers assistance in livestock, crop loss due to winter storm events

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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.

Jan 17

Jan 17 The Shnow must go on: Bargeway unleashes January Schedule; Gorgewide Gig Guide

Jim Drake

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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.

Jan 17

Jan 17 Columbia High School aims to link students to mentors, AP classes to create success

Ken Park

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“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.

Jan 17

Jan 17 2024 Distinguished Citizens Award Banquet POSTPONED