This spring, Columbia Basin Care hosted an engaging art class where residents were encouraged to paint their own portraits in a modern abstract color block style.
Trombonist Natalie Cressman and guitarist Ian Faquini bring their love of Brazilian songbook, jazz, Impressionism and sophisticated pop songcraft to the Ruins in HR on Friday. Wines on Second in TD goes Beatles Sing-A-Long on Saturday. That’s just one layer to this Giggin’ Glass Onion.
Downtown TD's Main Street is going off with great retail, fun events and all the latest business news. Join Cynthia Kortge and Tom Peterson in this podcast as spring is blowing in First Friday, the new Firefly women's clothing emerges, River City Saloon starts slammin' drinks and bookin' bands, and all the other hottest happenings.
Main Street First Friday is back this week Friday April 4th with another great night of specials, live music, sales and new vendors for our Spring Release!
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Don’t think transit is riveting? Give us a day to change your mind. The Gorge Transit Summit invites you to explore the dynamic evolution of public transportation in the Columbia River Gorge and its role in solving some of the region’s most pressing challenges.
Many small cities are lucky if they have even one working pipe organ somewhere in a church. We have five. Yes – five. And we’re very proud of it. You can see them all in action on April 27 in The Dalles.
"Journey House is more than just a house—it represents a promise of hope and an opportunity for individuals to rebuild their lives in a supportive and structured environment." - Steve Ryan
TD Rifle and Pistol Club founded in 1938 maintains a strong presence in The Dalles with a mission of improving firearm handling and safety through local classes. The nonprofit encourage organized rifle and pistol shooting among citizens of the Columbia Gorge area. Next classes begin in April.
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Put on tank top.
Tie shoes.
Float like a blossom falling from a cherry tree and find your line in one of the funnest foot races in the Gorge.
Liam Kramer, 6, reaches speeds of 40 plus miles per hour during road course races featuring lots of turns, feathered braking and No-Lift (off the accelerator) corners. 50 Cubic Centimeters of engine can pack a lot of punch with the right driver. Learn all about it in this weeks CCCNew’s Podcast.
2025 is already shaping up as Northern Wasco Parks and Rec. is moving fast on the new Tree Top playground at Sorosis Park in The Dalles. The ribbon cutting is set for Jan. 18
Harvest guilelines for white sturgeon have been set at: Bonneville Pool: 675 sturgeon, The Dalles Pool: 275 sturgeon. John Day Pool: 105 sturgeon. Read here for the specifics on your favorite deep fishing hole on the mid-Columbia.
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Babita Kainth has done it again. The quick-moving restaurateur just made the deal of a lifetime in Hood River opening her fifth Indian Food restaurant Hindustani at the well-located former China Gorge spot at the Corner of Highway 35 and Old Columbia River Drive.
The Dirty Cowgirl Saloon, a beloved watering hole in Wasco, has made significant improvements to keep diners comfortable year-round. Owner Celeste Jackson and her team have been hard at work upgrading the historic space, ensuring that visitors can enjoy a cold drink and a hot meal comfortably, no matter the weather outside.
Death Notices & Obituaries
Car guy and avid outdoorsman John Rowley moved to The Dalles, Ore., in the early 1970 where his first job was as at a local watering hole, Jiggers. He made numerous friends and contacts in The Dalles community before he moved to the retail sector with a sales job with Mauser Lumber Company, which stretched into a 32-year career.
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Public Notice published March 10, 2025: Bradford Island National Priorities List Site Cascade Locks, Oregon Upland Operable Unit Engineering Evaluation and Cost Analysis Report Public Comment Period
In the Matter of the Estate of Epifanio Ruvalcaba Fernandez, Deceased. For the County of Hood River.
NOTICE TO INTERESTED PERSONS.
Notice is hereby given that Luna Corin Fernandez has been appointed personal representative. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present them, with vouchers attached, to the personal representative in care or her attorney, Julie L. Cline at the address listed below within four months after the date of first publication oft his notice, or the claims may be barred.
The Port of Skamania is now accepting requests for proposals (RFP) for the Beacon Rock Golf Course which is now available for lease. For more information visit PortofSkamania.org
Superior Court of Washington
County of Walla Walla Juvenile Court
Dependency of: SKYLER LEE KLUG, DOB: 01/05/2012
No: 23-7-00112-36
Notice and Summons by Publication
(Dependency) (SMPB)
To: Kayla Klug
The City of The Dalles invites you to submit a proposal for personal services connected with The Dalles Downtown Tree Project.
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The Columbia River Gorge Commission, the agency responsible for managing and protecting the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (National Scenic Area), faces an existential threat after the Washington State House voted to eliminate all state funding for the agency.