A storm of entertainment is brewin’ in the Gorge and it’s hard not to get sucked up into this cyclone of gigs, art and music. Come on Storm Trackers! Take a ride in this most excellent guide starting with some Crazy Delicious Asian tonight, Nov. 20 at the Bargeway.

The Wasco County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) has launched its annual blanket/coat drive, with three convenient drop-off locations. It will continue collecting items through February.

Chiropractor Andrew Houck was arrested on Friday, Nov. 15, and lodged at NORCOR jail in The Dalles after it was alleged he treated a minor which violated his release agreement on underlying charges of two counts of first-degree sex abuse of middle school girls.  

Subdivision overlooking The Dalles Dam and just below the Oregon Veteran’s Home on Columbia View Drive will be constructed in two phases and will add 14 new homes to The Dalles housing stock. Approvals for site and development came from the City of The Dalles today, Nov. 19.

A crash involving multiple vehicles and injuries blocked traffic on Interstate 84 after a herd of deer crossed both lanes of the highway, according to Oregon State Police.

Should people in the Gorge be fearful? “No,” said Meteorologist Colby Goatley at The National Weather Service on Monday, Nov. 18. “But we do have winter weather advisories for the Oregon side of the Cascades and winter storm and blizzard warnings on the Washington side of the Cascades, and that makes for some pretty hazardous travel.”

Delson Suppah Sr will speak about the history of  Thanksgiving as experienced by our local Native communities, the significance of Native American  treaties, and the ongoing struggles faced by indigenous communities at the Balch Hotel on Nov. 29.

Criminals take Heating and Air Conditioning units in plain sight, leaving building owners scrambling to restore their systems prior to the fall of winter.

After you get done chasing down your turkey, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is encouraging Oregonians and non-residents alike to grab a rod, clam gun or crab pot and get after the next catch.

"Her energy, vision and commitment to our community will be invaluable as we work to expand affordable broadband access across Wasco County," added Tyler Stone, Wasco County Administrative Officer. Lance is also the Secretary for Dufur Volunteer Fire and Ambulance.

The Dalles Civic welcomes the Masters Family Circus with The Dalles-only Ronelle and Alejandro Masters This Saturday and Sunday. The Bargeway kicks off the fun with Crazy Delicious Asian delicacies tonight, Nov. 13. You want variety - we have it all in this guide of all things art, music and entertainment gorge-wide.

Harvest guilelines for white sturgeon have been set at: Bonneville Pool: 675 sturgeon, The Dalles Pool: 275 sturgeon. John Day Pool: 105 sturgeon. Read here for the specifics on your favorite deep fishing hole on the mid-Columbia.

TD couple looks to kindle holiday magic with a call out for volunteers for a backyard bonanza of holiday lights that will be open to all on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. “We’re calling on the community to bring their Yule log, Jesus, Krampus, whatever makes their holiday season bright and join the fun by volunteering or donating,” Beth said. 

On Saturday, Nov. 16, between noon and 2 p.m. potters and ceramists will sell a wide variety of their functional and non-functional clay pieces beside the Columbia River in the Port of The Dalles. Learn more here.

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, and project partners are dedicating the new Mitchell Point Tunnel as part of the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail on Saturday, Nov. 16. 

Uplift Local plans to expand coverage of local public meetings in English and Spanish by bringing a national program called Documenters to the Gorge. The program trains and pays people to attend public meetings that journalists can’t get to and take notes. Learn more here and check for your local meeting between Nov. 13 - 20 at different communities in the Gorge.

The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce a remarkable tribute to our veterans with a scheduled flyover on Monday, November 11, 2024, featuring two F-15 Eagle fighter jets soaring above our community.

Join The Dalles Main Street’s Cynthia Kortge and Hannah Mapes as they discuss the upcoming holiday season, new businesses downtown The Dalles and all the latest news.

The scholarship is available through a statewide competitive process for high school seniors who are active in leadership in their city government, community, or school and plan to pursue post-secondary education in fall 2025. Learn more here.

The “Mushroom Hunt,” drew 350 participants to collect stamps from various locations and invited them to attend special events, presentations and demonstrations. More than 30 local businesses participated as those seeking fruiting bodies grew from the Mushroom Gala.