Fire Relief Directory: Find What Families Need and How to Donate Here

As fire victims pick up the pieces after hundreds were impacted by the Rowena Fire that destroyed 56 homes and another 77 that were inundated with smoke and damaged other wise, CCCNews has attempted here to put together the list of places both to find clothing, household items, food and other items as well as places to donate.

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Tooley Water District Water may be Contaminated with Unknown Substances.

Due to the Rowena Wildfire, some structures in the Tooley Water District were destroyed by the fire, and some areas in the water system lost pressure. These conditions may have caused harmful contaminants, including benzene and other volatile organic chemicals (VOCs), to enter the water system.

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This Week at The Dalles Library: June 16, 2025

The library is turning up the summer fun! From scavenger hunts and global music to hands-on crafts, movie nights, and marshmallow-filled pajama parties, this week’s lineup is packed with ways to connect, create, and chill. Whether you’re a teen, a parent, or just a curious mind, you’ll find something to spark your imagination—and maybe win a prize or two.

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Gorge Giggin’ Guide Highlights June 13-18

Gorge Giggin Guide Goes Streamline! This abbreviated column provides a guide for some of the best events on tap for the week. Not finding what your need? Check out the CCCNews events guide calendar for the gorge-wide comprehensive listing.

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UPDATE: 49 homes lost in Rowena Fire

While cooler temps are helping to keep the Rowena Fire in check, heavy winds hamper efforts to bring the blaze under control. More than 450 personnel are on the fire that has burned multiple home and displaced local families.

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