Wasco and Sherman County Students Earn NewSun Energy Climate and Agriculture Scholarships
NewSun Energy awarded eight Wasco and Sherman county students scholarships for their work exploring agriculture, conservation, climate resilience and the future of rural communities.
Win Horan plays Herbring House on Friday; bring cash and a chair
Win Horan brings her fiery Irish fiddle to The Dalles on Friday, joined by an all-star lineup for a lively night of traditional Irish music.
Grasshopper Fire reaches 66% containment as evacuations ease, Pine Hollow reopens
In just six days, Grasshopper Fire containment has surged from 20% to 66%, while favorable weather, lifted evacuations and Pine Hollow Reservoir’s reopening signal firefighters are gaining control.
The Tool Belt Generation: Gen Z Finds a Future in Work That Takes Hands and a Mind
Young Gorge workers are choosing skilled trades where mechanical aptitude, problem-solving and physical dexterity remain valuable — and difficult for AI and automation to replace.
The Dalles Lions Club Presents $30,000 for Federal Street Plaza Splash Pad Project
Continuing a century-long tradition of investing in projects that strengthen community life, The Dalles Lions Club Charitable Trust recently presented a $30,000 contribution toward the Federal Street Plaza splash pad project.
Grasshopper Fire jumps to 61% containment as crews secure more of 92,408-acre blaze
Grasshopper Fire containment jumped from 49% to 61% Wednesday as crews secured more of the 92,408-acre blaze, with the southern perimeter now in patrol status and heat detections declining around homes.
Wasco County moves $15 million endowment plan forward; second hearing set for Sept. 2
Wasco County commissioners advanced a $15 million endowment plan, saying finances remain strong as Google data centers move onto tax rolls. Public comment continues through Sept. 2.
Finding the Sweet Spot: Backpack Candy Sales Fuel Dream of Bringing People Together Around Food, Music and Dancing
She never really stopped hustling. Now Liz Guzman is chasing a bigger dream — finding the sweet spot where Mexican and Anglo neighbors come together over great food, drinks, live music and a dance floor.
Grasshopper Fire reaches 49% containment as crews brace for Red Flag winds
Grasshopper Fire containment reached 49% Tuesday as crews reported major progress on the northeast flank, but winds gusting up to 30 mph could test eastern fire lines during Red Flag conditions.
Wind-driven grass fire burns near Google data center construction site in The Dalles
A wind-driven grass fire raced through dry vegetation near Google's newest data center construction site Tuesday, prompting a significant firefighting response east of The Dalles.
This Week at The Dalles Library: Aug. 18, 2026
The Dalles Public Library has a packed week Aug. 17-22, with yoga, crafts, outdoor skills, movies, summer reading fun and an author talk with Jane Kirkpatrick.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide - Aug. 18 - 24
This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is all about The Music, The Music, and More Music! All of Your Favorite Venues are on the Ball with Gigs catering to Everyone! Have Fun and Get Out There!
Google tax deals pour millions into Wasco County; commissioners eye $15 million endowment for windfall
Google tax deals are pouring millions into Wasco County. Now commissioners are considering locking away up to $15 million to build a permanent financial endowment.
Grasshopper Fire containment jumps to 47% as crews gain ground on the northeast flank
Containment on the 90,667-acre Grasshopper Fire jumped to 47% Monday as firefighters secured large portions of the northeastern perimeter, though warmer, drier and windier conditions could test lines Tuesday.
Portion of Union Street next to Lewis & Clark Park Closure starts on Monday Aug. 17
A portion of Union Street in downtown The Dalles will close to vehicle and pedestrian traffic for two weeks as construction continues on the First Street Streetscape Project.
Grasshopper Fire Aug. 15: 30% containment as crews work to secure lines before fire weather worsens
Firefighters have pushed containment of the 86,974-acre Grasshopper Fire to 30% as crews take advantage of calmer weather before hotter, drier and windier conditions return
Packing the Pantry: GO’s Miller leads St. Vincent de Paul into record numbers, belly full of hope
Big checks and even bigger records: The Dalles Grocery Outlet shattered its fundraising high, delivering $7,686 to help keep the St. Vincent food pantry stocked.
Just Start Walking: PCT hiker finds a reset, community and adventure on 2,650-mile journey
Pacific Crest Trail Days continues today, Aug. 15, in Cascade Locks, bringing hikers together. One shares how a search for a reset became a 2,650-mile adventure.
Wasco County 4-H Kids Get Their Fair After Grasshopper Fire Forces Move to Odell
After the Grasshopper Fire forced a last-minute move, Wasco County 4-H and FFA youth brought their animals to Hood River and got their chance to show.
Thoughts from the Tractor Seat: When the Fair Had to Move, Two Counties Came Together
The Grasshopper Fire got me thinking about county fairs. Not necessarily about the rides, ribbons, or livestock shows, but about why county fairs matter in the first place.
