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Free news: Skamania Lodge has named Matthew Howard the property’s new executive chef.
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Free news from Deputy State Fire Marshal Courtney Chambers: Please review the approved dates and times of legal sales and use of fireworks in Washington State.
Free news: Hood River County is implementing additional fire prevention measures in unincorporated areas of the county and within the County Forest.
Free news: Skyline Health Foundation is proud to announce the awarding of $14,000 in scholarships to students pursuing careers in nursing and healthcare.
Free briefs: Trout Lake Community Council, June 2; Mosier City Council, June 3; Hood River County Energy Council, June 4; and Skamania County Board of Commissioners, June 9
Free briefs: Dallesport/Murdock Community Council is hosting a candidates night on July 9; recycle your mattress at St. Vinnie's in The Dalles; Columbia Riverkeeper has new board members
Hood River County School District’s (HRCSD) June 10 board meeting began with a public hearing on the final Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget.
Oregon State Police reported two vehicle crashes with injury last week.
HOOD RIVER — Adapted by detailed paint strokes, sculpture, and ceramics, the Columbia River Gorge’s striking landscapes and biodiverse inhabitants adorned the walls of 301 Gallery on June 5.
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Free briefs: Dallesport/Murdock Community Council is hosting a candidates night on July 9; recycle your mattress at St. Vinnie's in The Dalles; Columbia Riverkeeper has new board members
The city is hosting two events at city hall in the coming weeks. The first, a housing town hall and panel discussion, will be held on June 23 from 6-7:30 p.m. The second, a police station open house, will be held June 29 from 5-7 p.m.
Fire Chief John Logan has requested that the city hire Paul Martin as a temporary replacement for a fire fighter/EMT on leave for the month of June. The council approved the hire. Martin was previously employed by the city in the role, so a smooth transition is expected.
Free news: Northern Wasco County People’s Utility District (NWCPUD) has awarded Economic Development Program grants to four organizations whose projects promote economic growth and community vitality within the PUD’s service territory.
THE DALLES — Rebel Metalworks, a custom metal fabrication company in The Dalles, has been named the 2026 Oregon SBA Small Blue Collar Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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THE DALLES — Abstract clusters of amorphous shapes and vibrant hues, rendered on canvas by watercolor and pen, hung throughout The Dalles Art Center (TDAC) on June 11, where Lyle-based artists Brielle Lefebvre and Jason Breeden shared insights into their ongoing exhibition “Kaleidoscopia.”
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