Indian Bowl & Roll opens on Hood River waterfront Friday, April 5
Babita Kainth has done it again. She is opening Indian Bowl & Roll food cart on the Hood River waterfront on Friday, April 5 at 11 a.m. featuring rolls, bites, and biryani. The native of Chandigarh, India is bringing her authentic flavors just in time for the busy season. It is her fourth cart in The Gorge as her cuisine has customers writing spicy reviews.
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From Garden Beds to Sourdough Breads: Dive into Goldendale’s Home & Garden Show
This year, the Goldendale Home & Garden Show will celebrate thirteen years of hometown delights on May 3 to May 5 at the Klickitat County Fairgrounds. This family friendly festival is gearing up to inspire green thumbs and home improvement D.I.Y.’ers everywhere to transform their home and garden dreams into a reality.
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Tri-County Household Hazardous Waste and Recycling Program
Calling all ag producers, pesticide applicators, and farmers! Do you have agricultural chemical containers you are having trouble disposing of? Attend our special chemical container disposal event held at The Dalles Disposal on Wednesday, May 29th from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
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Newsletter: Bridges to Health addressing barriers to health and wellbeing
Healthcare workers have been busy in the gorge as they work to seek to give locals access to food, shelter and healthcare, especially during recent winter storms. Read all about it here in the February Bridges to Health Newsletter.
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Question of the week: What do you love most about Mosier School?
Local students sound off about Mosier School in this heart-felt Valentine’s edition. Also, parents read here to find out more about the school and its offerings in both Spanish and English.
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King Crone and the Empty Nest is a Must Read Poetry Book About the Trans Experience
Transgender elder and healing arts practitioner Keath Silva has spent a lifetime transforming pain into healing. And nowhere is this more apparent than in his newest poetry book King Crone and the Empty Nest, a collection of TRANSformational poetry for rites of passage.
Meet the Brewer: Brian Carter of Freebridge Brewing; Ex-beerimental Wednesday on Jan. 24th
As Brian puts it, “We like to brew beers for the people. We listen to what the customers want and try to make it happen”. Find out what Brian and the Freebridge gang have brewing at “Ex-beerimental Wednesday” on Jan. 24. Word is there is an Italian Pilsner called, what else, “The Situation.”
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Commuter Van option rolling into Gorge; Ensure employees make it to the job
Commute Options of Bend, Ore., rolls out Vanpool program in Hood River County, providing a low-cost opportunity for employers to ensure employees have a dependable ride back and forth to the job. Cost can be as low as $100 per employee per month with the right recipe. Check out the details here.
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Cherry Heights Offers Independent Living that Feels Like Home
Cherry Heights Living Residents share what they love about living independently as a part of this welcoming +55 and older community in The Dalles, Oregon.
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Meet David Hutchinson: Freebridge Chef Flexing Culinary Skills, Creativity in TD
“I love my coworkers and the flexibility and freedom that Freedbridge allows,” said Chef David Hutchinson. “The kitchen staff and I are encouraged to be as imaginative as we want to be. It's an inspiring atmosphere that breathes artistic creativity.” Italian Supper Club coming on Jan. 9th. Fun dishes and specialty cocktails - daily.
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Unlock Homeownership with Columbia Cascade Housing Corp's In-Depth Homebuyer Classes
For many, the American dream of homeownership seems just out of reach. However, Columbia Cascade Housing Corp (CCHC) in partnership with Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is shining a light on the path to purchasing a home with their comprehensive Homebuyer Education Classes.
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Tri-County Hazardous Waste & Recycling Program to Hold Public Meeting on Dec. 13th
The Steering Committee of the Tri-County (Hood River, Sherman, and Wasco) Hazardous Waste & Recycling Program will hold a meeting on December 13th, from 9 AM to 11 AM. The meeting can also be accessed virtually upon request.
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Freebridge brings new series of dining experiences to The Dalles
Freebridge Brewing is introducing a new way to dine in The Dalles, Oregon. All new “Supper Club Dinner Experiences” are being offered by advanced reservation. With different themes attached to the dinners, guests can experience delicious food curated and prepared by Chef David Hutchinson.
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Scruggs joins Northern Wasco County People’s Utility District
Prior to joining PPC, Scruggs was in private practice with large firms in Portland representing business clients in commercial litigation. As Chief Legal Officer, Scruggs will support the NWCPUD’s evaluation of future power supply agreements, enterprise risk management and corporate governance.
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Hazardous Waste Collection events set for HR and TD in November
The Tri-County Hazardous Waste & Recycling Program is holding hazardous waste collection events at Hood River Garbage and The Dalles Disposal on November 17th and 18th from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Accepted materials at these events are products that are labeled “caution”, “warning”, “danger”, or “poison”, septic field/drain cleaners, oven cleaners, gasoline, kerosene, and other fuels, automotive fluids, pool and spa chemicals, fluorescent lights, thermostats and thermometers, art and hobby chemicals, and much more.
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New Cash Incentives for Homeowners to Add Solar Battery Storage announced
Homeowners can now receive incentives up to $3,000 for battery storage or up to $10,000 if they meet income guidelines for Energy Trust’s Solar Within Reach program. Learn more here about this latest incentive.
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Don't Miss Out on the Harvest Party at Sunshine Mill Winery Sept 16!
The time has come! Tomorrow, Sunshine Mill Winery opens its doors for the highly anticipated "Harvesting Sunshine" festival, and it promises to be an autumn celebration like no other. If you've yet to make plans for your Saturday, we've got you covered.
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Hunger Action Month: Businesses breaking out the barrels for Food Drive
September is Hunger Awareness Month and local businesses are collecting food for the Columbia Gorge Food Bank to help those who are experiencing food scarcity in our communities. Find out how to help here.
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Goldendale's Art Festival to draw thousands; Vendor booths still available
The Festival intends to bring thousands to town who want to view or get involved with numerous art projects within the community, according to Teja Finch, business and events specialist for the Chamber. Artist booths are $45 and food booths are $75. Click here to learn more.
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Beat the Hood River Bridge Toll Hike: Opt for the Mt. Adams Transportation Bus
As many seek to balance their commuting budgets, the increased tolls might inspire a closer look at public transit options. Taking the Mt. Adams Transportation bus across the Hood River Bridge can save commuters between .75¢ and $2.50 in toll per trip across the bridge.