64 candidates are on the ballot for May 20 in an epic Wasco County election that has challengers in local school boards and fire districts. These people are the bread and butter of our community - choose well with our Meet the Candidates.

The History Museum of Hood River County announces a new temporary exhibit, "Embrace the Wild Wind: a history of water sports in Hood River," which opens Friday, June 13. 

A Grass Valley man struck three horses standing in the roadway early Wednesday, May 7 on U.S. Highway 97 southbound near milepost 34, according to Oregon State Police.

When asked to describe their garden, Diane and John wrote, “John and I moved to The Dalles 48 years ago now, in 1977. We arrived in the heat of the summer, the middle of August.

City of The Dalles lists line items for transient lodging tax - some $650,000 is going toward general fund items, including parks, Columbia Gorge Humane Society and Fourth of July fireworks. First meeting is tonight, May 5 at 5:30 p.m.

Whether you're crafting a heartfelt Mother’s Day gift, exploring your creativity, or learning to protect yourself and thrive emotionally, The Dalles Public Library has a full lineup of events to engage and inspire. From hands-on maker sessions to thought-provoking virtual talks, there’s something new to discover every week.

Local historians added a couple of names to the pantheon of great ones on Saturday, May 3 as the Wasco County Pioneers honored two of their top volunteers and most valuable players.

According to Bloomberg Law, family farm bankruptcies rose 55% in 2024, and filings are climbing fast in 2025. The first quarter alone saw 82 Chapter 12 bankruptcies, nearly double last year’s pace. Iowa leads the nation in filings, not in crop production, but in collapse.

D21, which is looking to pass a bond for a new high school and has other major infrastructure needs, is attempting to secure funds for capital projects and the sale of 60 acres above Columbia View Heights could help depending on how much it can bring.

Approval of a  29-unit subdivision in East The Dalles is now being appealed to The Dalles City Council after the planning commission denied an appeal by neighbors to the project two weeks ago. 

This month’s podcast features Amanda Thayer of The Coffee Shop along with The Dalles Main Street’s Cynthia Kortge as we preview First Friday in Downtown TD and look at upcoming events and all the latest news, including the recent city approval to move ahead on the Federal Street Plaza.

Kiwanis meetings are held every Thursday at noon at Spooky’s, and visitors are welcome.

North Wasco County School District 21 (NWCSD) is excited to announce that Kindergarten registration for the 2025–2026 school year will open online on May 5, 2025. Registration is available for incoming kindergarten students at Chenowith, Colonel Wright, and Dry Hollow Elementary Schools.

"We envision shared facilities, tools, and resources for artists and makers looking to be part of a vibrant creative community in the Gorge," McHugh said. "Those artists will support one another while having a showcase for their work through public events and gatherings."

Northern Wasco County PUD (NWCPUD) is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2025 Board of Directors' Scholarship Program.

Join us for a Community Open House event to learn about the important role your regional food bank plays in fighting hunger. Discover how we support families in need and find out how you can get involved through volunteering, donating, or spreading awareness.

Join us for an informative tutorial on the onX Hunt app, led by Haley Fetzer, Director of Marketing at onX Maps.

A portion of the immense collection of historical photos will go on display for one day, and one day only as the Reunion of the Wasco County Pioneers takes place at St. Mary’s Academy, 1112 Cherry Height’s Road, this Saturday, May 3, starting at 9:30 a.m. Bring your lunch money.

The approvals mark major steps forward in the city’s ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown core while also putting an eye toward safety by partnering with the Northern Wasco County School District and Oregon Dept. of Transportation to create safe routes to schools in West The Dalles.

Main Street First Friday is hosting Art in the Downtown for May on Friday the 2nd with another great night of specials, live music, sales, new vendors, ART & ARTISTS as we help celebrate the Gorge Artists Open Studios all weekend throughout the scenic Columbia River Gorge.