City of Hood River selects Rice to head public works
Following an extensive search process, the City of Hood River has selected Richard Rice as the City of Hood River’s new public works director.
Bark at the Moon: Halloween on full tilt in Gorge Entertainment
Spooky stories, haunted humor, Hallo-wine, pumpkin parade - The Gorge has gone all out Jekyll and Hyde this season. Check out what’s happening here in Gorge Entertainment.
Celebrating Indigenous People’s Day in the Gorge
The City of Hood River offices was closed today, October 10th, 2022 in observance of Indigenous People’s Day, a holiday honoring Indigenous communities and to commemorate their history, culture and resiliency. Keep reading to learn more about how to celebrate this important day in the Gorge.
4-day closures of TD Bridge restart Thursday, Sept. 29; Yep, that's tomorrow
“We need more weekend closures to complete this project, and they will resume on Thursday, September 29,” said ODOT Spokesperson Kacey Davey. Closures will begin on Thursday nights at 8 p.m. and end Monday mornings at 6 a.m., and the four-day closures could last into February of 2023.
$85k in Google funds used to better train locals for manufacturing
CGCC expands job training at Skills Center with the addition of CNC milling equipment through a grant funded by Google. “This equipment is part of the future of automated manufacturing -- everything from farm equipment to furniture to airplanes,” said the college’s president, Dr. Marta Cronin. “Our students can now master this technology before they enter the workforce, launching them into family-wage jobs.”
Marsh Band at TD Civic tonight, Sept. 22, kicks off week of music & entertainment
The Marsh Band at The Dalles Civic Auditorium tonight, Sept. 22, kicks off a week of great music at local venues around the Gorge. Check out what’s happenin’ here in arts, entertainment, and untypically good times.
High School Stem Leadership Applications close Sunday, Sept. 25
Teen leaders will gain professional and social-emotional learning (SEL) skills through a career-connected service learning project incorporating VEX robotics and STEAM maker activities. The focus of the grant is to provide youth with increased access to engineering and computer science career exploration supported by paid community teen leaders.
Oregon Arts Commission tips more than $2k into local nonprofit
The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association (CGOA) is proud to announce they have received a small operating grant of $2,261 from the Oregon Arts Commission. CGOA is also ready to swing at the Hood River Elks this Friday, Sept. 23 with the Jazz Collective Big Band. Tickets are still available.
The History Museum of Hood River County Presents Cemetery Tales 2022
The History Museum of Hood River County is proud to present Cemetery Tales 2022, featuring people who lived in Hood River County and the Gorge and were connected to music. The documentary-style video from award-winning director/producer/writer team Joe Garoutte and Michael Friend will portray a diverse cast of characters from different cultures, backgrounds and time periods.
Know Your Rights and Responsibilities: Mid-Columbia Housing Authority to host Landlord and Tenant Law Events Sept. 20th; Oct. 4th
Mid-Columbia Housing Authority, in partnership with Columbia Cascade Housing Corp. and the Oregon Law Center will host two bilingual Landlord and Tenant Law information and Q&A events in Hood River and The Dalles.
This is bigger than Blockbuster Video
Columnist Jim Drake discovers some super free powers through our local libraries. He also takes a deep dive into local entertainment at venues around the Gorge. Come on and take the ride - Drake is punching your card for free.
Residents in Hood River County Can Go Solar, Together
Home and business owners in Hood River County, Oregon will have a unique opportunity between September 6th and October 31st to gain the benefits of solar energy and battery storage through a campaign called Solarize Hood River County.
Eagles Tribute band to take it to the limit Labor Day Weekend in TD
Hotel California, a group of seven musicians will be dedicating themselves to the incredible run of music created by the Eagles in a concert set for Saturday, Sept. 3 in The Dalles. Tickets are still available as the Gorge is alive with entertainment, art, and culture during September. Find out what’s going on here.
Comunidades uses new website to network & empower for social justice
Comunidades has launched a new website with additional information from partners as the nonprofit works to promote the civic engagement of our Latino/a/x communities in social and environmental justice issues.
Everybody Rides: A Day on the Bus
Spend a day on a public bus in the gorge and you’re bound to meet all kinds of people. The Gorge TransLink motto is “Everybody rides”, after all but why do they ride? CCCNews spent a day on the CAT Bus in Hood River to find out.
Weekend looking good: Muralfest in TD, Jams, brews, blues & Coo Coo Ca Choo
Entertainment abounds this week with a Muralfest in The Dalles and pubs and bars knocking out the jams all over the Gorge for the next several days. There are also a whole lot of other nuggets here in the Gorge’s most comprehensive entertainment listing.
Peterson surpasses 2,000-mark on PCT, pushing toward Mt. Hood, Cascade Locks
TD’s Emily Peterson continues to push on in her goal to hike the entire Pacific Crest Trail this season. She recently surpassed the 2,000-mile marker and will likely make it to Cascade Locks next week. But first a reunion with some new-old friends and some gorgeous scenery.
Metallica back with another Jam at CGCC
Metallica rips in this encore that brings $100,000 in local scholarships to students in career-technology training at Columbia Gorge Community College.
34-year-old TD man arrested after 18 mile chase at speeds over 100 mph
A local man was apprehended on Sunday night, Aug. 21, but not before 28 miles were covered in pursuit and spike strips were deployed.
Former Haven Director Tara Koch to respond to theft and forgery charges in August 22nd plea hearing
A plea hearing for former Haven Executive Director Tara Koch who is accused of 26 charges related to the theft of more than $96,000 has been scheduled for Aug. 22nd, 2022 at 9:45 a.m.