Join other Klickitat County business professionals at this special forum on Workforce Childcare Needs. Guest speakers and committee members will share what they have learned about the affect the childcare crisis is having in our community. Information will be provided on KCCC's work supporting the licensing of new childcare providers in the area.

“I feel like I needed this to be pushing myself,” Peterson said on Thursday, April 24 from the town of Idyllwild, Calif, an unincorporated town of 3,000 with a labrador for a mayor near the San Jacinto Wilderness. “We’re hiking everyday, camping and packing, but it is cool how everything is so different everyday.”

Tyson William Trezona who is suspected of stealing $20,000 of HVAC equipment from the National Neon Sign Museum was taken into custody around 4:50 p.m. after officers located him in a vehicle driven by his wife, Chandra Leigh Trezona - who is also suspected in the same HVAC heist.

Get ready for three days of cherry-filled fun as the 44th Annual Northwest Cherry Festival returns to downtown The Dalles from Friday, April 25, through Sunday, April 27, 2025. With this year’s theme, “Cherry Land – A Sweet Celebration!”, the festival is serving up Candy Land vibes with a hometown twist. Whether you’re a first-timer or a Cherry Fest regular, this guide has everything you need to make the most of your weekend—including where to go, what to see, and when to show up.

The Oregon Council of Teachers of Mathematics (OCTM) has recognized two outstanding educators from our region with the prestigious Regional Math Educator Award, highlighting their exceptional dedication to advancing mathematics instruction and supporting educators throughout the area.

NW Cherry Fest is All Weekend in TD, and the Fun just spreads throughout The Gorge faster than a Cherry Pie Eating Contest. Go nuclear at Everybody’s Brewing in White Salmon on Monday, April 28 with some Surf Rock with Tom Connelly

“We’re not looking to flip it,” said Stephen Davis, Regional Director with VIP in a recent tour of the hotel. “This will be a lifestyle boutique hotel, and once we buy a property we keep it and run it.”

The Dalles is an anomaly. Many small cities are lucky if they have even one working pipe organ somewhere in a church. We have five. Yes – five. And we’re very proud of it.

In the latest episode of the CCCNews podcast, we sit down with award-winning psychologist and author Dr. Doreen Dodgen-Magee to explore the impact of screen time on children and families. With a research focus on the mental, physical and relational tolls of over-engagement with technology, Dodgen-Magee offers both science-backed insight and compassionate guidance for parents and caregivers.

“We’re hoping to get started this summer but we need to talk with the city and engineer and figure out timelines,” said Jason Alford this morning, April 22. “We’re a little bit behind from where we were hoping to be.”

Join the Mt. Adams Prescribed Burn Association for a one-day, hands-on learning experience on a prescribed burn. No qualifications, experience, or equipment required.

If you've followed agriculture news in recent years, you'd think the biggest threat to American farmers is a trade war with China. Tariffs get the headlines. They make good sound bites. But here in the Pacific Northwest—where apples, pears, and cherries still depend on hands, not machines—the real crisis isn’t across the ocean. It’s right here in the paycheck.

Stephen grabbed onto the passenger side of the truck while the driver, Matthews, tried to drive away from the scene, preventing Stephen from stopping the theft, according the District Attorney. Matthew sped and swerved, dragging Stephen, throwing him to the ground, and running him over.

The feature quilt in this year’s show is 130 years old and from the Sandoz family of Sandoz Farm. And it’s crazy. It’s supposed to be. And there is a lot to crow about.

Next Tuesday, April 22, 2025, North Central Public Health District (NCPHD), Sherman County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), and Wasco County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) are teaming up to celebrate Earth Day by giving out free wildflower seed packets and tree seedlings.

The Dalles is bursting with family-friendly fun, egg hunts and brunches to keep the bunny hopping all weekend long. Whether you’re on the lookout for golden eggs, brunch buffets, or just a photo op with the Easter Bunny, there’s something for every bunny in the Gorge.

Stephanie Becker, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Mental Health Therapist, joins the CCCNews Podcast today. The Mid-Columbia has a shortage of behavioral health workers who help locals with mental health, emotional, or substance abuse problems.

In the second annual Health & Wellness Family Fair being held at Rheingarten Park in White Salmon on May 16 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., Skyline Health has expanded offerings to families to include more local health and wellness businesses and summer activities for youth. 

The inaugural Career and Technical Education (CTE) Regional Advisory Committee meeting was successfully held on March 13th, bringing together a diverse group of educators, industry leaders, and community partners to strengthen connections between education and workforce development.

The City of The Dalles Public Works Department will work on a pavement preservation project on Monday, April 21, 2025, through Thursday, April 24, 2025