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HOOD RIVER — Cardinal Glass Industries, the world’s largest insulating glass manufacturer, has its sights set on a significant sustainability benchmark: achieving a 95% carbon capture rate in its glass production process. Cardinal Insulating Glass (IG) Hood River, one of the corporation’s 49 facilities nationwide, is following suit, applying low-emissivity, energy-efficient coatings to residential window panes.

THE DALLES — After thorough deliberation with property owner Kathryn Montag and her neighbors, The Dalles Historic Landmarks Commission (HLC) approved Application No. 222-25, greenlighting the demolition of a historic, but dilapidated, garage

THE DALLES — Circuit Court Judge John A. Wolf was appointed to serve as the next presiding judge of Oregon’s Seventh Judicial District on Dec. 3, assuming the reins from Judge Karen Ostrye, who has held the position since 2022.

HOOD RIVER — Hood River County School District (HRCSD) cancelled all classes, activities and transportation services on Dec. 17 due to inclement weather. Initially announced as a two-hour delay, HRCSD extended to a full day closure this morning at 7:10 A.M.