Free commentary: The opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Columbia Gorge News, its staff, publisher or advertisers.
The opinions expressed in the letters below are “your voice,” and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Columbia Gorge News, its staff, publisher or advertisers.
This is the second in a series of informational press releases from Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC), which highlights MCCAC’s response to the Rowena Fire.
Braver Angels workshop
A Great Horned Owl rests in an old hawk’s nest south of The Dalles. Last week’s atmospheric river brought heavy precipitation to the Gorge, accompanied by strong winds that upturned many treetop dwellings.
‘Splash Bash’
Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association
Free commentary: We are asking Gov. Tina Kotek to veto HB 4177, an ill-advised measure approved by the Oregon Legislature that undermines Oregon’s long-revered Public Meetings Law.
Este es el segundo comunicado de una serie informativa de Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC). En esta edición se destaca la respuesta de MCCAC al Incendio de Rowena.
This is the second in a series of informational press releases from Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC). This piece highlights MCCAC’s response to the Rowena Fire. Since June 2025, MCCAC has served as a hub for recovery services following the Rowena Fire, which destroyed at least 5…
The opinions expressed are “your voice,” and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Columbia Gorge News, its staff, publisher or advertisers.
Free commentary: At two critical board meetings held in February, the Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District (HRVPRD) finalized the language for two May 19 ballot measures.
Free commentary: Every week, this newspaper is delivered to subscribers and newsstands in a four-county area. Fifty-two times a year. We won’t celebrate our sixth anniversary until April 1, but the math points to 300-ish issues so far.
Dear White Salmon Valley Community,
The tug “The Chief” pushes the marine maintenance barge out of The Dalles Dam’s upper lock in the after noon of Feb. 18. Looking ahead, the annual Corps of Engineers lock closure for The Dalles Dam will be held all day March 21, meaning the locks will be out of service during that time.
Pump track joy
Columbia Gorge News encourages readers to submit letters to the editor for the weekly opinion page. Letters on all topics are welcome.
Free commentary: The opinions expressed are “your voice,” and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Columbia Gorge News, its staff, publisher or advertisers.
The opinions expressed are “your voice,” and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Columbia Gorge News, its staff, publisher or advertisers.
The opinions expressed are “your voice,” and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Columbia Gorge News, its staff, publisher or advertisers.
The Fort Vancouver Regional Library District Board of Trustees decision to strike the word “equity” from their work plan is another example of a current trend: Boards seeking an outright ban of the word.
- Seasonal Job Opportunity: Parks & Buildings Laborer at Hood River County
- Seasonal Job Opportunity: Parks & Buildings Laborer at Hood River County
- PT Tasting Room Associate at HRD
- DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY I
- Property Appraiser Wanted: Hood River County
- Front Desk-Housekeeping-Maintenance
- Appraisal Assistant Wanted at Hood River County
- IMMEDIATE JOB OPENING
News and Info from our Community Partners
Information from the News and our advertisers (Want to add your business to this to this feed?)
Sign Up For Newsletters
Columbia Gorge News
Sign up to receive notifications when a new Columbia Gorge News e-Edition is published.
News Updates
Would you like to receive our news updates? Signup today!
Obituary updates
Receive weekly updates on obituaries and death notices.
Oregon Capital Press
Oregon Capital Press presented by Columbia Gorge News
Promotions and acquisitions
Receive updates on upcoming promotions and special sections.
Registered users-non-subscribers
Imported List: Registered users-non-subscribersSports updates
Receive weekly updates on local sports news.
Most Popular
Articles
- pFriem eyes $2.1 million expansion
- Head-on collision causes brief bridge closure
- Obituary: Chance Doubravsky
- Deaths & Services: March 25, 2026
- Obituary: Ray English
- Toll collection could be logistical challenge for Port of Hood River, Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority
- Deaths & Services: March 18, 2026
- Obituary: Carol Walker
- Police briefs: March 25, 2026
- Obituary: Rodney Viers
Images
Videos
Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos.
Latest News
- Commission moves forward with Post Canyon road legalization
- The Gorge's First Sober Social Space is Looking for a Home
- City of Cascade Locks completes 2022-23 audit; council to put 5% Prepared Food and Beverage tax on November ballot to fund Emergency Services
- Klickitat County Commissioners: Competing 'Kings' rallies, how to rent the courthouse lawn, and new code requirements
- Partial closure of Main Street in White Salmon begins March 30
- CHS student honors Dolores Huerta at White Salmon City Council meeting, and an update on postal delivery
- Rotary raffle raises funds to build Community Center
- Head-on collision causes brief bridge closure
Commented