Klickitat County initial general election results, Nov. 5, 2024

Hood River County Voters give Harris the nod with 65 percent of the vote, eclipsing her statewide tally by 11 points. County Voters also give the Columbia Gorge Community College bond enough push to pass, despite Wasco County Voters voting 53 percent against it.

Wasco County Residents gave Trump 51.24 percent with 6,672 votes, while the statewide count favored Harris with 54.53 percent. Local voters mirrored the statewide tally as they thrashed Measure 118 with an 80 percent no vote. The Measure looked to tax big corporations and give every state resident $1,600.

Several towns in Wasco County held city council elections today, Nov. 5. Here are all the results from Shaniko to Mosier, according to the initial Wasco county election results released at 8 p.m. this evening.

Incumbents do well in Wasco County Elections. Bond measure not so as Columbia Gorge Community College and the White River Health District suffer bond measure defeats.

The Dalles Lions had a brisk business this morning as dozens of vehicles rolled through the ballot drop-off site next to the Wasco County Courthouse. 

The Fun Group has struck again with a partnership with The City of The Dalles, Crestline Construction and North Wasco County People’s Utility District. Call it a glowing holiday gumbo.

My friend was hoping to find some effective integrative medicine approaches to reducing his high blood pressure. He found the directions for this technique, and to his happy surprise, he reported he significantly reduced the amount of medication needed to lower his blood pressure to healthy parameters by using this technique regularly.

Kiwanis meetings are held every Thursday at noon at Spooky’s and visitors are welcome.

Families decked out in costumes from cute to creepy took over downtown The Dalles this Halloween afternoon, marking a festive day filled with treats, costumes, and community spirit.

Survivors of violence stay for a multitude of reasons, be they financial, religious, fear, and more.  Survivors of violence are more likely to die after they leave the violent relationship and the perpetrator has lost all control/access to them.  We must stop asking "Why didn't they just leave" and instead start asking the real question of "Why perpetrators of Domestic Abuse choose to abuse"? Because Domestic Violence is always a choice that is being made by the perpetrator.  

The original press box, known as the "Crow's Nest," was dismantled in 2022 due to structural and safety concerns stemming from years of wear and age. The new structure, set to be named the "Hawks Nest," will provide an updated and secure location for broadcasting, scoring, and event coordination, enhancing the experience of our Riverhawk athletes and fans. 

Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) hopes to reach 300 children from families in need this holiday season through the Tree of Joy program that provides essential winter items like cold-weather coats, clothing, hats, gloves, and boots, with a special gift item or toy that brightens a child’s holiday season.

A cattle rancher and former NFL Football player has been charged with manslaughter and being intoxicated when the pickup he was driving crossed the center lane and struck and killed 45-year-old Joshua Thompson, a father of five, in a head-on collision on  Highway 197 on Aug. 21.

The Brighter Goldendale Christmas Committee is excited to announce the 34th Annual Candy Cane Lane Christmas Parade, set to take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024. This beloved holiday tradition brings festive cheer to our community with an evening full of holiday activities for all ages.

Do You Have Your Costume Yet? Halloween Starts Early and We’ve Got You Covered! By the Way: The Halloween Season has been extended to Nov. 1! All that and more News You Can Use! Catch Baregeways’ Crazy Delicious Asian tonight and Tacos and Tequila with Al Hare on Thursday.

Sense of Place continues its 15th anniversary season with Geology Alive: Understanding Geologic Hazards in the Gorge, a presentation with geologist Dr. Richard “Dick” Iverson, Scientist Emeritus at the U.S. Geological Survey’s Cascades Volcano Observatory.

Halloween is here, and the Columbia River Gorge is offering a variety of events to suit every level of thrill-seeker. From family-friendly trick-or-treats to adult costume parties, there's something for everyone. Here's a look at what's happening in the area this spooky season:

Halloween is just around the corner, and the Columbia River Gorge is offering a variety of events to suit every level of thrill-seeker. From ghost walks to family-friendly festivals and adult costume parties, there's something for everyone. Here's a look at what's happening in the area this spooky season:

The work was required after a water line broke and flooded the street before being repaired earlier in the day. The work forced the closure of the section of road between 17th Street and Dry Hollow Road.