It is the end of an era for Second Hand Rose, the community thrift store in Bingen operated by Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP). The store, which was already undergoing a remodel to downsize, has officially received notice from the WAGAP Board of Directors, which voted unanimously in June to permanently close the space.

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Developer is just weeks away from securing funding to construct the 116-apartment Basalt Commons on the former Griffith Motors site. Shovels could dig in as early as the end of the year.

This past weekend, Laurie Branch, her very capable teen helpers, and some awesome horses spent three very hot, grueling days and nights at Fort Dalles Riders Club in order to bring an amazing experience to nine brave young campers.

Ready to power up your summer? From a Legend of Zelda scavenger hunt to snowball fights in July, live magic at the park, Pac-Man tag, line dancing, and even free movies, The Dalles Public Library is brimming with creative, playful, and family-friendly events. Don’t miss your chance to learn, laugh, and connect with your community — one unforgettable experience at a time.

Fed creates new $16 billion fund for Local farmers and ranchers impacted by wildfires, drought and other natural disasters in 2023 and 2024. You can now apply for federal assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Supplemental Disaster Relief Program.

In their first official meeting, new North Wasco County School District Board Members are set to have an executive session to consider the dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual agent who does not request an open hearing.

People are dying on our streets. They are dying in our communities. This is not hyperbole; it is the grim reality of OHA’s continued failure to support common-sense, community-driven solutions like the Columbia Gorge Resolution Center. While we work to build solutions from the ground up, OHA’s rigid and legally questionable policies actively stand in our way.

The South Wasco Alliance has launched a new jobs creation and workforce planning project aimed at identifying and supporting critical service roles across South Wasco County. The initiative is funded through a Community Economic Development Planning (CEDP) grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Teens cooled off at The Dalles-Wasco County Library on Thursday evening, July 10, 2025, during a water gun and ice cream party hosted on the lower library patio.

Starting July 14th, the intersection of 12th & Thompson will be closed for demolition and ADA construction. The intersection will be closed during working hours and reopened during the night. Closures are expected to be periodic as the phases of work commence.

As residents return to areas impacted by the Rowena Fire, safety remains a top priority. The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM), Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and Wasco County strongly recommend that property owners not perform cleanup themselves because of the serious toxic hazard threats posed by burned homes and outbuildings.

This fall, The Dalles Art Center (TDAC) will come alive with color, rhythm, and flavor during its upcoming Hispanic Heritage Exhibit, an immersive, five-week celebration of Latino/a/e/x culture through visual arts, music, dance, food, and storytelling.

Rotary clubs in the Mid-Columbia were just elevated to hero status for helping people around the world through funding disaster relief efforts in war-torn countries or those ravaged by natural disasters. 

Firefighters made great progress last evening and overnight on the Wyeth Fire with forward progression stopped.

Applications are now open for the 2025 Local Government Academy (LGA), a free program designed to educate community members about the operations, services, and programs of the City of The Dalles.

Oregon State University Extension Service has launched a new Columbia Gorge Food Security Survey to better understand community needs and guide future food-related programs across the region.

The Oregon Legislature approved matching funds last week for Washington’s $125 million commitment to replacing the 100-year-old Hood River-White Salmon Bridge. 

Combined, the state funding covers about a quarter of the project’s estimated $1.12 billion cost. 

The law requires producers of packaging, printing and writing paper, and food serviceware to share responsibility for the cost and management of recycling their products after use.

The Week kicks off with more Gigs than a Crate of Firecrackers, the Calendar is Chock-Full and your Social Schedule is going to explode!  Check out the CCCNews events guide calendar for the gorge-wide comprehensive listing.