HOOD RIVER — The newest members of the Columbia Area Transit (CAT) fleet are picking up passengers.

Historic Highway closure; History Museum of Hood River County needs committee members; Economic Symposium coming to The Dalles

THE GORGE — In June, schools are getting out, summer vacations are beginning, temperatures are rising, and flowers are continuing to bloom. The Columbia River Gorge has no shortage of hiking trails, watersports and activities that are now in season — and sometimes the array of options can be overwhelming.