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 United Way of the Columbia Gorge celebrated its 40th anniversary in style at its 16th Annual “Be the Light” Black & White Gala Oct. 10 at the Best Western PLUS Hood River Inn. The Gala raised an incredible $270,000, surpassing last year’s fundraising total of $265,000. Above, a group of United Way council and board members gather for a photo before the start of the Gala. To learn more or make a donation, visit unitedwaycolumbiagorge.org. Full report and more photos at columbiagorgenews.com.

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