There were webs, cider, and plenty of giggles at The Dalles Public Library on Tuesday afternoon as kids and parents came together for “Cider & Spiders,” a fall-themed craft and storytime that celebrated all things creepy-crawly.

Big changes are coming to The Dalles. Join city officials Oct. 30 at City Hall to learn about the new Federal Street Plaza, First Street upgrades, and major sewer and stormwater improvements on West 10th Street.

The Dalles Art Center (TDAC) is excited to announce a new Artist-in-Residence program at Colonel Wright Elementary School, featuring celebrated watercolor artist Elizabeth Zimmerman.

With the federal shutdown halting employment data releases, Oregon economists are operating without their key monthly report. The absence leaves policymakers and businesses unable to gauge current job trends, wages, or the state’s economic trajectory.

With the continued forecast of cool, wet weather, local Fire Districts, Wasco County, and the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) have agreed to lift the seasonal burn ban on October 17th at 12:01 a.m.

The City of White Salmon has opened applications for its 2026 Lodging Tax Grant Program, offering funding for events, facilities, and promotions that attract visitors and boost tourism. Applications are due Nov. 14 by 5 p.m.

The Dalles City Council approved long-awaited updates to its public-nuisance law, adding safeguards and victim protections while hearing emotional testimony from nonprofits. Bread and Blessings organizer Teresa Yragui-Zeman urged the city not to “blame nonprofits for the actions of adults.”

The intersection of East 12th and Thompson will close Oct. 15–17 as Crestline crews re-grade and pave. The $1.9M project upgrades drainage, sidewalks, and access at no cost to nearby homeowners.

All The Best is here in this week’s Giggin’ Guide - Get Out There! Hey, Broomriders! Witches Walk and Parade is this Saturday, Oct. 18 in The Dalles. Cast a spell. Raise some hell.

The library transforms into a hub of autumn magic this week, with hands-on crafts, storytelling, and community fun inspired by the season. Hatch your own “mini water monsters,” craft a witch’s broom, sip cider while making spider art, or gather for Sleepy Hollow movie nights and ghostly art projects.

We have a great night of music arranged for this Friday with the Soulard Boys at the UCC church in The Dalles. This group is a mix of top-tier musicians playing high-energy traditional Irish music.

The Dalles Civic Auditorium is thrilled to announce the return of its Second Annual Haunted House, produced in partnership with Great Skot Productions. This spine-chilling community event will take place on Friday, October 18, from 5:00–9:00 PM at The Dalles Civic Auditorium, during The Witches Walk in downtown The Dalles.

Since June, Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC) has provided essential recovery services to community members affected by the Rowena Fire, with significant progress in securing long-term housing for displaced residents.

The proposed law would treat a property as a public nuisance if three qualifying incidents occur within six months, including disturbances within 300 feet caused by patrons or invitees affecting nearby homes, businesses, or public spaces.

When Chuck Gomez and his wife, Deborah Liddell, bought the long-shuttered Granada Theater in 2017, they weren’t just investing in a building. They were betting on The Dalles’ downtown and its history.

Northern Wasco County People's Utility District (NWCPUD) has earned a place on Oregon Business magazine's “100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon” for 2025, marking the second consecutive year the utility has received this recognition. The utility improved its standing from last year, ranking 16th among Large Organizations with a score of 572.89 out of 700, up from 21st place and 570.29 in 2024.

We invite you to participate by completing the survey and encouraging your networks, clients, and community members to do the same. The survey is brief and provides an opportunity for the community to share priorities, challenges, and ideas that will shape City Council decisions.

A narcotics investigation in The Dalles led to the arrest of a 63-year-old man on drug, weapons and child neglect charges. Officials said community tips helped advance the case, with more arrests likely.

The Tree of Joy holiday program for low-income families in Klickitat and Skamania counties has grown over the past few years.