As spring fades to summer and the days spent in quarantine are literally getting longer, I think it’s important to take the time to adjust our perspectives and recognize the beauty and power in what humans do best: change.

Migrant Education Director Jonathon Fost with the Columbia Gorge Education Service District is working with orchardists and the Oregon Department of Education to reshape the migrant education program offered during cherry harvest in Wasco County.

When it comes to their yard, Gale and Ty Wenzel are swinging for the fences at 104 W. 13th Street in The Dalles. Their roses? Blooming. Their lawn? Manicured. Their planters? Homemade. “Your yard and home are always so well-cared-for- a lovely spot in the neighborhood! Thank You! City Beautification Committee,” read a postcard the couple recently received in the mail.

We are excited to inform you that all launches, take-outs, campgrounds and facilities for the John Day River will reopen beginning May 21, 2020.

“We thought it was going to ruin us,” LaRoque said. “But then I thought about it, and it is going to make us stronger. Being a business owner, it’s like a marriage. There is always a rough patch. But you just say, Alright, this is what we’re going to do.”

Jenna Miller and Sam Alvarez of The Dalles High School, seen here in their prom photo from 2019, will be engaging in the Social Distant Prom set for Saturday, May 16, 7p.m. - 10p.m. Live streaming from Immense Imagery at gorge prom.com in combination with KACI Radio 93.5 FM will broadcast the event for seniors and juniors at high schools throughout the Gorge.

Stuart and Cyndi Reitz recently moved back to The Dalles from North Carolina to purchase a home. They are finding a sellers market with an increasing price tag, despite COVID-19.

Also in the ‘60s, several cars got away from a crew in Bend. They rolled for several miles and reached 80 mph before hitting a train head on at a stop between Bend and Redmond, Conley said. Several were killed, including a brakeman, who was found thrown into a nearby juniper tree. 

Jose Valdez finishes crimping a one-inch drip line system at Rolling Hills Ranch on Skyline Road. Orchard operator David Meyer said Valdez could do the work of several and his employment was vital in his operation.

Third-grader Hannah Pewitt waves to teachers with her mom Karen on Hostetler Street this afternoon. She could not wait to get a glimpse of her teacher Miss Ford, she said. Hannah writes Ford everyday in their online classroom, ClassDojo, Karen said.

Charlie Young in action with Gorge Roller Derby. Our 21-year-old columnist found that too much exercise, in this case skating, can do more harm than good. They found moderation the key to becoming physically fit and better in a sport. It’s a good principal that transcends sports and leads to balance in most things. There is nothing worse then trying something new such as running or hiking, overdoing it, getting hurt or so sore you quit.

Theresa Peters received a unanimous nod to be the interim North Wasco County School District superintendent at a special meeting held today, April 30, at 6:20 p.m.

Thomasian was a dedicated varsity basketball, softball and volleyball player all through high school; she was also on the varsity cheerleading squad for a season. An excellent student and athlete, she enjoyed the sports she played, but softball was her niche, where she played second base and shortstop.

Orchardist forms search party. Stolen pickup found within 36 hours Wasco County Sheriff hot on case. Dick Reed doesn’t want to kill ‘em... just break a few bones!

One of the most difficult journeys that each of us faces in our lives is our quest for self-love.