Johnathan Matthews admitted he dragged and ran over Stephen Hayes while fleeing a bike theft in a stolen pickup, receiving a 150-month prison sentence.

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is back with an amazing array of local and regional shows this week! Classic Rock Zep Cover Band Zepparella is in town, a Fab Four tribute is in Cascade Locks, and we can even tell you about a Free Jazz Concert at what must be the most Unique Venue in The Dalles! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!

Nearly 400 roses are in bloom at The Dalles' Sorosis Rose Garden, with sunshine returning this week and peak color expected throughout June.

A Hood River County grand jury indicted a The Dalles man on 46 charges alleging sex crimes, trafficking and drug offenses involving a minor.

The Dalles City Council will consider adopting a $107.2 million budget, creating a rainy day reserve fund and approving a long-awaited aviation training facility lease.

Klickitat Valley Health welcomed 89 local kindergarten and first-grade students from Wishram, Klickitat, Centerville and Goldendale elementary schools on Wednesday, June 3.

Spanish “pieces of eight” once fueled early American commerce, often chopped into “bits” for change, leaving us slang like “two bits” and “picayune.”

Masters of the Universe takes its time getting there, but Adam's transformation from a seemingly hopeless underdog into Eternia's greatest champion makes for a surprisingly fun and satisfying adventure.

The Dalles Public Library will offer a full slate of June programs for children, teens, adults and families, including summer reading activities, STEAM learning, author talks, live music and games.

Broad traffic interpretation stymies Amazon warehouse in Odell, but final decision may come on appeal.

Columbia Gorge CASA unveiled at Maupin Daze its new playhouse to be raffled off. This year’s playhouse was built by students in the Career & Technical Education program at South Wasco County High School. Proceeds from the raffle support Columbia Gorge CASA’s advocacy for abused and neglected children.

Columbia Gorge Honda has been honored with the Honda Environmental Leadership Award, a testament to Columbia Gorge Honda’s ongoing efforts in optimizing facility efficiency and demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.

Hundreds of seniors across the Columbia Gorge will walk across commencement stages this week as schools in The Dalles, Hood River, White Salmon and Goldendale celebrate the Class of 2026 and prepare to close out the academic year for summer break.

City leaders say decades of deferred maintenance, aging infrastructure and future water needs require a generational investment that could more than double the typical residential water bill over the next 20 years.

Oregon residents can visit state parks across the state without paying day-use parking fees on Saturday, June 6, as Oregon celebrates the annual State Parks Day tradition. The event also coincides with Oregon’s free fishing weekend, giving families in the Gorge an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors at little or no cost.

Oregonians can fish, crab and clam without a license June 6-7 during the state's annual Free Fishing Weekend. For anglers in The Dalles and Hood River, the event offers a chance to hit local waters at no cost while introducing a new generation to fishing in the Columbia Gorge.

Four Rivers Family Early Learning & Parenting Hub is now accepting applications for its Spring 2026 Regional Funding Opportunity (RFO), investing approximately $36,000 into programs that support young children and families across Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, and Wheeler counties.

As the school year starts to wind down, two local champions of early childhood education have partnered again to ensure the region's youngest learners are ready for their big debut.

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is Getting Ready for Summer - The Sunset Music Series is ramping up, Ruins Tuesdays is in full swing and the Outdoor Stage at Bargeway is heating up with June Shows! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!

Statewide fire restrictions remain in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout Oregon and Washington, and many local regions have additional restrictions in place.