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New funding from Google will support a regional effort to build both climate and economic resilience in the Columbia River Gorge. Google is providing $150,000 to The Dalles-based nonprofit Wy’East Resource Conservation and Development Council (RC&D).

Jan 24

Jan 24 Commission calls for traffic enforcement in TD; Current staffing makes it difficult

A recommendation from traffic safety officials in The Dalles asks for a dedicated officer to enforce rules around, speeding, failure to stop, using phones while driving, failing to signal, and failure to yield to pedestrians. “Until drivers start getting tickets and are hurting in the pocketbook, it is not going to make any difference,” The Dalles Traffic Safety Commission Chair Mike Kilkenny told The Dalles City Council.

Jan 24

Jan 24 TD pulls together to warm hearts, hands and feet in winter storm

“I’m glad everyone put their differences aside and did what was right for the people; that’s what was important to me,” said Deborah Sandoz, who opened the warming shelter on Dec. 13 with the help of multiple volunteers and Dave Lutgens and Courtney Crawford.

Jan 24

Jan 24 Eagle Watch Rescheduled for Jan. 27

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Looking for bald eagles and fun activities to to this weekend? Look no feather — The Dalles Dam invites the public to their 14th annual Eagle Watch event on Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Jan 24

Jan 24 The Columbia Gorge STEM Hub Announces Recipients of the 2023-2024 Microgrants

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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