Column: AI… Not that Smart
In fact, AI is such an imprecise and even misleading term that I usually cringe when I hear it. AI can sometimes fool humans, but it has never been shown to be self-aware, which is a fundamental part of intelligence as far as I’m concerned.
Sons of the American Legion Donate $5,000 to Youth Empowerment Shelter
Sons of the American Legion Donate $5,000 to Youth Empowerment Shelter
CCCNews Podcast With Principal Broker Dennis Morgan - March 18, 2025
Dennis Morgan, a true renaissance man and civic leader, is the Principal Broker and Manager at Copperwest Real Estate in The Dalles. We talk housing stocks, home prices, history, kids, rafting, theatre and interest rates in this all-out CCCNews podcast about TD.
South Wasco Health Collaborative Hosts Meet & Greet Events to Connect Families with Local Health Resources
The South Wasco Health Collaborative, in partnership with Bridges to Health, is launching a series of community meet-and-greet events aimed at connecting local families with local health and support services.
Street Cut Patch on Mt. Hood St. Between W 10th St. and W 11th St.
On Monday, March 17, 2025, the City of The Dalles Public Works will patch a street cut on Mt. Hood St. between W 10th St. and W 11th St., weather permitting. The street was cut earlier in the month to replace and upgrade a water main.
What’s Up The Dalles: Downtown Happenings with Julie Wadsworth of 15 Mile Winery & Freebridge Brewing
This Dalles Main Street’s What’s up The Dalles podcast features all the latest news on fun downtown events, breaking business news, and insight into local businesses and people that keep The Dalles ticking.
PUD Alerts Customers to Scam Artists Posing as Employees
Northern Wasco County Public Utility District (PUD) has issued a safety alert regarding reports of individuals impersonating PUD staff and contractors.
Houseless Update: St. Vincent de Paul Lawsuit Dismissed
The City of The Dalles and Saint Vincent de Paul (SVDP) have jointly agreed to the dismissal of the public nuisance lawsuit the City filed against SVDP in the fall of 2023.
Pete and Pat at it again; Irish Celebration to Rollick in Historic TD Church
The Dalles Cascade Singers and The-Almost-All-Irish-Almost-All-Brass-Band present the annual St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser at St. Peter’s Landmark.
Laci Hoylman Signs with the Oregon Institute of Technology
The Dalles High School held a signing day ceremony for Senior Laci Hoylman, on Thursday, March 4th, at 3 p.m. to celebrate the continuation of her education and her volleyball career at Oregon Institute of Technology.
Notice for Road Closure beginning 3/17/2025 on W 6th Street
The City of The Dalles has contracted Crestline Construction to provide sanitary, storm, sidewalk, and roadway reconstruction on W 6th Street between Hostetler Way and to the South of the Snipes Intersection.
TD Planning Approves Block Size Reduction for 29-lot Subdivision Near Hosptial
On March 6, 2025, the Planning Commission convened to evaluate a variance application for the proposed Jason Alford subdivision, a 29-lot residential development located at the terminus of East 21st Street. The applicant sought approval to reduce the internal block width from the standard 200 feet to an average of 132 feet, citing unique site constraints.
Columbia Gorge CASA Invites Community to Learn How to Advocate for Children in Foster Care
Columbia Gorge CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is inviting community members to learn more about how they can make a difference in the lives of children in the child welfare system.
Nerf War Turns Library Into Battlefield of Foam and Fury
The silence of the library was shattered. Pages once meant for quiet study became the backdrop of a warzone. The rules of engagement? Simple. Work as a team or go rogue. But in the end, it was every kid for themselves.
Police Pursuit Ends in Arrests Near Portland
A police pursuit that began early Monday in The Dalles ended with two arrests near Portland after authorities deployed spike strips to stop the fleeing vehicle.
The Dalles Swim Team Swimmer a Double State Champion
Holten Lawrence, 8, brought home not one, or two, but SIX medals from the Arena Oregon 10 & Under State Championships, held February 22-23, 2025 in Springfield, Oregon.
Celebrate First Friday in The Dalles: New Artisan Market, Food, Fun, and More
The Dalles Main Street is excited to announce the First Friday schedule for 2025 which kicks off with its first event on March 7.
Adventist Health Columbia Gorge Signs Agreement With OHSU Knight Cancer Institute
Adventist Health Columbia Gorge and the Oregon Health & Science University Knight Cancer Institute have signed an agreement to provide collaborative cancer care at Celilo Cancer Center in The Dalles, Oregon. This agreement formalizes an ongoing operational relationship between the organizations.
Columbia Basin Care Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Love, Community, and Generosity
Columbia Basin Care was filled with love and joy this Valentine’s Day, as residents enjoyed a heartfelt celebration complete with roses, personalized Valentine’s cards, and festive activities.
Condon Man Arrested After Pursuit, Vehicle Rollover in Sherman County
A Condon man with multiple outstanding warrants and suspected of running into the Wasco Train Depot in December was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 25, after leading law enforcement on a pursuit that ended in a rollover crash on a rural road in Sherman County.