A free COVID-19 testing event is taking place Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Northern Wasco County Aquatic Center parking lot in The Dalles. Appointments are required for this event, which is being held by the Oregon Health Authority. You can get an appointment time at doineedacovid19test.com. One person per appointment is allowed, and each person must register individually. The event is open to anyone and no insurance is required. The test consists of a quick and pain-free self-administered nasal swab.