From virtual thrillers and Judy Blume nostalgia to family movie nights and a trailer park murder mystery you won’t forget, this week at The Dalles Library is bursting with plot twists, popcorn, and plenty of personality. Whether you’re diving into a new release, investigating small-town chaos, or rediscovering a literary icon, you’re invited to escape into stories—and maybe solve a mystery or two.

When the U.S. government slapped tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum in 2018—25% on steel and 10% on aluminum—it didn’t take long for the blowback to hit American farmers.

On Tuesday, April 22, nearly 100 attendees gathered at The Dalles Civic Auditorium for the 2025 Children’s Wellness Summit—a full-day event focused on promoting the wellness of children from birth to age five and honoring the professionals who serve them.

Last month, Four Rivers Family Early Learning & Parenting Hub partnered with Play & learn @Home to pack and deliver over 180 backpacks with school supplies for local children graduating from preschool, 90 of which graduated from a Preschool Promise site!

Curious about the ever-expanding alphabet that describes the queer community? Feel shy about asking a sensitive question? Concerned about the safety of people in your life with diverse identities? Just want to know more? This is the event for you.

City crews will be crack sealing asphalt on streets at more than 60 locations throughout the City starting Monday, May 20, through Monday, June 30, 2025, beginning at 7:00 am each day, weather permitting.

 A commercial trailer fire Tuesday night, May 13, temporarily shut down traffic along Highway 97 near milepost 66, according to Oregon State Police.

Nearly 40 percent of residents in Klickitat and Skamania counties are served by Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP). While poverty has been on the decline since 2015, rates are still higher than the rest of the state, and gaps in income inequality are increasing.

When Beth Slowik couldn’t find the right early education fit for their one-and-a-half-year-old child, they decided to take action. Slowik (they/them), a certified early childhood professional and full-time stay-at-home parent in The Dalles, has worked in diverse educational settings since 2005, including classrooms at Waldorf-inspired schools.

Starting this August, residents around the Columbia River Gorge will have a unique opportunity to learn whitewater hard-shell kayaking for no cost this summer, thanks to a kayak progression program aimed at diversifying paddle sports in the region.

From crafting vibrant block prints to cooking up blueberry pancakes, this week’s events at The Dalles Public Library offer something for every age and interest.

Join us for a conversation with Erinn Quinn & Leah Becknell as they talk with us about the switch to 988, accessing mental health services in Klickitat County and keeping your head space out of the gutter. For more information or to chat with mental health support, call 988 or visit: https://988lifeline.org/

As the community prepares for the annual “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive on Saturday, May 10, local food banks are grappling with significant federal funding cuts that threaten to exacerbate food insecurity in the Columbia Gorge region.

We're joined in the podcast studio today by DeeAnn Bohn and Erica Hernandez to talk about our region’s youngest learners. From child-directed play groups to getting kids free preschool, we all had a great conversation about the 0-5's local options. 

Police seized about 143 grams of suspected cocaine and pharmaceutical pills. A handgun and tactical rifle were also seized. The rifle was reported as stolen from central Oregon. Officers and Deputies also seized $101,756.00 of suspected drug proceeds from the address.

A Grass Valley man struck three horses standing in the roadway early Wednesday, May 7 on U.S. Highway 97 southbound near milepost 34, according to Oregon State Police.

When asked to describe their garden, Diane and John wrote, “John and I moved to The Dalles 48 years ago now, in 1977. We arrived in the heat of the summer, the middle of August.

Whether you're crafting a heartfelt Mother’s Day gift, exploring your creativity, or learning to protect yourself and thrive emotionally, The Dalles Public Library has a full lineup of events to engage and inspire. From hands-on maker sessions to thought-provoking virtual talks, there’s something new to discover every week.

According to Bloomberg Law, family farm bankruptcies rose 55% in 2024, and filings are climbing fast in 2025. The first quarter alone saw 82 Chapter 12 bankruptcies, nearly double last year’s pace. Iowa leads the nation in filings, not in crop production, but in collapse.

This month’s podcast features Amanda Thayer of The Coffee Shop along with The Dalles Main Street’s Cynthia Kortge as we preview First Friday in Downtown TD and look at upcoming events and all the latest news, including the recent city approval to move ahead on the Federal Street Plaza.