The 36th annual Community Cleanup in The Dalles will take place on Saturday. Yard debris and large items, such as furniture, may be disposed of at the County yard at the corner of West 10th and Walnut on Saturday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tires, kitchen garbage, items with refrigerant, hazardous waste, and e-waste are not accepted. Cynthia Keever of The Dalles Public Works says people bringing material to drop off are asked to drive into the yard from 10th Street, take a right on Walnut, and come in to the site from there. Canned food donations for local food banks will be accepted at the cleanup.
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Wine Fest Set For Saturday
The Hood River County Education Foundation will host the Columbia Gorge Wine Festival this Saturday at the Hood River County Fairgrounds in Odell. Foundation board member Mike Schend says 16 area wineries will be at the event, that will also feature food carts, art and music. All proceeds benefit Hood River County Education Foundation projects. The event runs from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday at the Hood River County Fairgrounds. Tickets and additional information are available at hrcef.org.
OPRD Seeks Comment On Change To Correct Maupin Boundary Description
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public comment on a proposed rule change that would correct the city of Maupin’s boundary description in the Deschutes Scenic Waterway rule. The rule uses a description of Maupin’s city boundary that does not include land annexed in 1973. The later adopted Deschutes Scenic Waterway statute includes the city boundary with the annexed land. The discrepancy between the two was discovered when a proposed development in the Lower Deschutes State Scenic Waterway corridor raised the question regarding the statutory boundary. The proposed rule change would update the description of Maupin’s city boundary to reflect the boundary described in statute. Public comments on the proposed rule change will be accepted through May 31. Go to the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department website for details. There will be no public hearing. Once the public comment period ends, the proposal with any incorporated updates is slated to go to Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission in June for possible adoption.
The Dalles Chip Seal Work Delayed
Work on The Dalles’ 2024 City Crack Seal Project on municipal streets has been delayed due to rainy weather in recent days. CR Contracting says application of sealant material cannot proceed effectively during wet weather. The project will be delayed until weather conditions permit the completion of this phase of work. The Dalles Public Works indicated the delay should not impact the overall timeline for project completion.
April 29 Prep Sports Roundup
Baseball
The Dalles 9, Estacada 0: Nolan Donivan drove in two runs with a triple during a five-run in the fifth inning. Finley Corbin drove in three runs on a pair of hits, as the Riverhawks took advantage of receiving ten walks.
Softball
The Dalles 12, Estacada 2: Ava Graves, Despina Seufalemua, Jeilani Stewart, and Keilani Crichton-Tunai all homered and drove in two runs apiece.
Seton Catholic 10, Columbia 0
Mayer State Park Restoration Work Underway
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is working with federal agencies and tribal partners to restore and protect a portion of Mayer State Park. The department is working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Bonneville Power Administration, and tribes to spread soil and plant native grasses to stabilize the east side of Mayer State Park. The work also includes adding boulders. Visitors can still access the Columbia River for watersports and recreation at Mayer State Park, but the east riverbank area is closed to foot and vehicle traffic. In addition to restoration, the work includes improving river access in the remaining portion of the park with an improved pathway to the water. The park will remain open to all users during and after restoration efforts.
Salmon & Steelhead Fishing On Mainstem Columbia Closing Monday Night
Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington took action to close salmon and steelhead fishing in the mainstem Columbia River upstream of Bonneville Dam as the spring Chinook allocation for this fishery has been met. Salmon and steelhead angling and retention will close between Bonneville Dam and the Oregon/Washington state line upstream of McNary Dam at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 29. This area was originally scheduled to be open through May 2. Columbia River program manager Tucker Jones says the need to close early is unfortunate but necessary as the fishing has been better that expected, and has met its allocation. Jones adds this area and the fishery below Bonneville Dam may reopen later in spring, depending on the run size and available allocations when managers reassess in the first few weeks of May. All other permanent regulations remain in effect.
HR Library Feast Of Words Benefit This Weekend
The Hood River County Library’s Foundation’s annual Feast of Words fundraiser is scheduled for this Saturday at the Hood River Library. Library District Director Rachael Fox says this year, the Foundation has a goal of raising $35,000, with $25,000 to be used to replace the Library’s main front circulation desk. The rest would go towards supporting and expanding bookmobile services. The Feast of Words will include appetizers and desserts, music, and a live auction. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to hoodriverlibrary.org.
Homebuyer Fair Wednesday
The Mid-Columbia Association of Realtors is putting on a Gorge Homebuyer Fair on Wednesday at the Hood River Armory. It is a free, bilingual event with an opportunity to ask questions of experts in real estate, mortgage lending, and down payment assistance. Annabel Avelar says one of the messages they hope to convey is that owning a home is possible. The Gorge Homebuyer Fair will be on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hood River Armory, and it is free to attend.
Closure On West 2nd For Repairs
The westbound lane of West 2nd between Terminal Avenue and Cherry Heights Road in The Dalles will be closed during the work day through Thursday (May 2) to allow for repairs on a section of the roadway. The Dalles Public Works says westbound motorists on Interstate 84, using exit 84, will be flagged to a single lane next to the construction zone. Delays should be expected. Motorists, bicycles and pedestrians are asked to use detours around the work zone during work hours. The street will be reopened to the traveling public each evening. Work hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Business access will be open during construction. The project will grind out and replace about a quarter mile of roadway.