Youth Empowerment Shelter Artists Celebrate Creativity and Community with Local Exhibition

In a cozy riverside studio in The Dalles, something beautiful has been quietly unfolding. On evenings and weekend filled with paintbrushes, and the occasional DoorDash delivery, young people from the Youth Empowerment Shelter (YES) have been turning their experiences into stunning works of art. Now, after a year of laughter, healing, and bold self-expression, their creations are stepping into the spotlight.

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This Week at The Dalles Library: May 26, 2025

The library winds down May with a lineup that blends imagination, creativity, and community connection. Whether you're meeting a local author, making lasting memories with clay, or gearing up for a middle school Nerf battle, there's something for everyone at The Dalles Public Library this week.

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Trapped in the Middle: What’s Really Holding Back American Agriculture — Thoughts from the Tractor Seat

After decades in the orchard, one thing’s clear: American agriculture isn’t failing. It’s being held back, stalled in a system built to benefit everyone but the people growing the food.

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