Library’s ‘Maker Monday’ event turns imagination into miniature museums
Local crafters stepped into the world of oddities and imagination Monday evening at The Dalles-Wasco County Public Library’s latest Maker Monday event.
State seeks 8 years prison time for Koch for theft from Domestic Abuse Shelter
Prosecutor Tingleaf disagreed in his memorandum to the judge, stating Koch had violated the public trust, created multiple victims and had a lack of remorse. “The State urges the Court to impose the presumptive sentences for each count running four of the presumptive 24 months prison terms consecutive for a total of 96 months in prison.”
Now Accepting Applications: City Council Position 4
Love your community? Want to help shape White Salmon’s future? Now’s your chance! The City Council has an open seat (Position 4) with a term ending December 31, 2025. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about community and ready to get involved.
HR man injured badly in motorcycle accident on Hwy 35; Go Fund me started
A local man was injured badly on Highway 35 when he collided with a truck on Saturday Afternoon on his way to his Mill job on Saturday, April 5 at 12:15 p.m. On April 5th, according to the Hood River County Sheriff’s Office.
WagonCon Rolls a Natural 20 for Fun - May 2 Through 4 in The Dalles
Attention nerds, geeks, gamers, and the convention-curious: WagonCon 2025 is coming May 2–4 to The Dalles Civic Auditorium, and we’re bringing the kind of fun you can’t download—or explain easily to your coworkers.
CCCNews Podcast Finding Your Sole: TD Grad starts 2,650-mile Journey today, April 8
CCCNews Podcast Finding Your Sole: TD Grad starts 2,650-mile Journey today, April 8
Court Upholds Hood River’s Short-Term Rental Ordinance
The City of Hood River’s “Hosted Homeshares and Vacation Home Rental” code was recently upheld in federal court. The City welcomes the recent ruling affirming Ordinance 2026, which places restrictions on short-term rental (STR) licenses in residential zones.
From Bare to Beautiful: Local Couple Wins Beautification Award for Native Garden Transformation
Linda & Kenny said, “We bought this house at the beginning of the pandemic and the front yard landscape was pretty bare other than a lot of candytuft and some typical landscaping bushes and trees at the top.
Registration Open for the Iconic Columbia River Cross Channel Swim: 81st Annual Event Set for Aug. 30
Registration is now open for one of the nation's longest-running and most iconic open water swimming events, the Columbia River Cross Channel Swim.
One child killed, others injured in Highway 97 crash near milepost 62
A two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 97 near milepost 62 left one child dead and several others injured Friday night, according to the Oregon State Police.
Building Bright Futures at Rivera’s Bilingual Preschool : The Power of a Nurturing Early Learning Facility
Amid the chorus of tiny voices asking endless curious questions, the warm atmosphere is immediately clear—this is a place where kids thrive and educators love what they do…
National Hands Off Protest draws hundreds to HR on Saturday, April 5
Hundreds of protestors showed up in the Port of Hood River on Saturday in the national Hands Off protest that were held around the United States in protest of policies being enacted by the Trump Administration.
Washington House Vote Threatens Funding for Columbia River Gorge Commission
The Columbia River Gorge Commission, the agency responsible for managing and protecting the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (National Scenic Area), faces an existential threat after the Washington State House voted to eliminate all state funding for the agency.
Self-expression at Columbia Basin Care
This spring, Columbia Basin Care hosted an engaging art class where residents were encouraged to paint their own portraits in a modern abstract color block style.
Gorge Giggin’ Guide Gets educated on Pop Songcraft
Trombonist Natalie Cressman and guitarist Ian Faquini bring their love of Brazilian songbook, jazz, Impressionism and sophisticated pop songcraft to the Ruins in HR on Friday. Wines on Second in TD goes Beatles Sing-A-Long on Saturday. That’s just one layer to this Giggin’ Glass Onion.
What's Up The Dalles? - April 3, 2025
Downtown TD's Main Street is going off with great retail, fun events and all the latest business news. Join Cynthia Kortge and Tom Peterson in this podcast as spring is blowing in First Friday, the new Firefly women's clothing emerges, River City Saloon starts slammin' drinks and bookin' bands, and all the other hottest happenings.
The Dalles Main Street Hosts First Friday on April 4, 2025
Main Street First Friday is back this week Friday April 4th with another great night of specials, live music, sales and new vendors for our Spring Release!
Bingen Seeks Volunteers to Explore New Tax for police, fire
The City of Bingen will appoint no more than three volunteers to serve on a For/Against Committee for a ballot measure planned for the August 5, 2025 Klickitat County election.
Local protestors join National ‘Hands Off’ in defiance of Trump Administration; Tariffs pour fuel to the fight
Protesting is expected to ramp up this Saturday, April 5 in Hood River as locals from around the Gorge converge at the national Hands Off protest in the Port of Hood River in the grass north of Ferment Brewing at 11 a.m.
Gorge Transit Summit: A Day to Transform the Way You Think About Transit
Don’t think transit is riveting? Give us a day to change your mind. The Gorge Transit Summit invites you to explore the dynamic evolution of public transportation in the Columbia River Gorge and its role in solving some of the region’s most pressing challenges.