To the editor: I am writing to promote the re-election of Rod Runyon. I have known Rod for over 25 years as a coach and also as a fellow local insurance agent. More recently, I have become a friend and supporter for Rod. He is the perfect example of a community leader. I see him EVERYWHERE! He gives to the community every chance he can through volunteer work. He is a creature of service. We have all heard the phrase, “Time is money.” If that is truly the case, we are the richest county to have Rod Runyon as our county commissioner.
Families First, a program of The Next Door, is hosting its fifth annual Table of Friends event Friday, May 2, at The Mint. With a ritzy 1920s theme, the dinner event and dessert auction will be from 6 to 9 p.m. This popular event directly supports Families First and their vital role in helping local families and children thrive.
Water line improvements are under way along Webber Street, reports NW Kodiak Construction. Construction activities will be occurring over the next few weeks between West First and West Second streets.
Shanna McGowan of Hood River was among 30 students who on Aug. 20 graduated during the annual White Coat Ceremony from Rocky Mountain College in the Masters of Physician Assistant Studies program.
Families First, a program of The Next Door, hosts its first Poolside Benefit Concert featuring nationally known Celtic singer-songwriter Kathryn Claire, joined by Irish flute player Hanz Araki.
With video and photos The longest Cherry Festival Parade in recent memory had plenty to make crowds smile. Here are some of the entries that drew special notice:
First Book-Hood River County recently awarded six book grants for a total of 1,590 books to be distributed by local organizations to children in the community.
