WHITE SALMON — Local health industry leaders assembled at Skyline Health on Nov. 17 for the second annual Better Together Rural Health Retreat — a convening of prominent organizations and individuals from across the Gorge to strategize, align workforce priorities and plan for the future.

THE DALLES — Community members gathered at the Granada Theater on Nov. 6 for a free film screening hosted by The Mid-Columbia Houseless Collaborative (MCHC), “No Place to Grow Old.”

DUFUR — Tucked into the arid, rolling hills east of Mt. Hood, ShadowBuck Winery recognizes responsible stewardship, sustainability and family as keys to a fruitful future in Oregon’s agritourism scene.

TROUT LAKE — Twelve songwriters will gather at Trout Lake Hall on Dec. 6 for an evening of tunes meant to inspire, unite and rally.

GORGE — Gorge-based arts organizations, Cascade Singers and the Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association (CGOA), received a combined $7,368 through the Oregon Arts Commission’s Sustaining Arts Program for fiscal year 2026.

THE DALLES — After a lengthy discussion with local veterinarians on Oct. 27, The Dalles City Council opted to postpone action on its dog control ordinance. Councilors concluded that public feedback, particularly regarding potential client confidentiality issues, necessitated extended time and revision towards a more thoughtful, accurate authorization.

THE DALLES — The Dalles Art Center has announced three opportunities for artists to showcase their work in the coming months: the Student Art Showcase, the Holiday Artisan Market and the open show “Elemental: Earth, Air, Fire, Water, Spirit.”

ODELL — The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association’s (CGOA) Gorge Sinfonietta will present its November concert, “Cello Concerto Collage,” at Wy’East Middle School Performing Arts Center on Nov. 14 at 7 p.m., featuring three members in solo roles.

HOOD RIVER — Columbia Center for the Arts (CCA) will celebrate two decades of live theater performance on Nov. 7, hosting its 20th Anniversary Theatre Revue — a one-night extravaganza showcasing notable scenes, songs and talent from its storied tenure.