North Wasco County School District 21 has narrowed its search for a permanent superintendent to just three candidates. And one of them is expected to be hired on Friday, Jan. 22. CCCNews went head to head with each candidate for 30 minutes asking five questions about the future of TD schools. The district is set to hold a public forum with the candidates on Friday, Jan. 15 via a live broadcast on its Facebook page.

Megan Polino of Crestline Construction set up a GPS tracking system at Columbia Gorge Community College to position excavators in their work at the Skills Center in The Dalles this morning, Tuesday, Jan. 12. A bunch of rain did not stop progress as contractors were out in force.

Annabelle Lavier of The Dalles made her mile walk at Thompson Track this morning, Monday, Jan. 11. The 73-year-old has been coming to the track and field for decades. She remembers taking her son, Jack, at 6 months old and her daughter, Kris, when she was three years old to play at the field. They are now in their 40s.

Join Mt. Adams Institute for a virtual Sense of Place event, Magical, Menacing, and Magnificent Wildlife: How to Ensure Their Future in the Gorge, January 13, 2021, at 7 p.m. on Zoom featuring biologist Bill Weiler. Click here to read more and register for the lecture.

The Dalles, Oregon – The North Wasco County School District Board of Directors is pleased to announce that they have selected three candidates to interview for their superintendent vacancy. Click here to see who the candidates selected for interviews are.

The future is looking bright for students wanting to further their skills in manufacturing, welding, carpentry, even aviation at Columbia Gorge Community College. The Dalles campus is growing its physical plant to expand education directed at the local economy. Opportunity is knocking, and lives will be transformed as endeavors push forward on a hill of knowledge and trade skills - Tom Peterson.

KIWANIS PROGRAMS: The Dalles Kiwanis Club is holding virtual noon meetings on Thursdays during this stay-at-home time. Log on between 11:45 and 1 p.m. at TheDallesKiwanisZoom.us Click here for the list of upcoming programs.

The Dalles’ own Riley Elliott has gained a statewide stage this holiday season. The Middle School student used her iPod and the help of little sister Rozlyn to create a public service announcement on how to stay safe during the holidfays that is now being used on NBC Sports Northwest.

Our Recent story about the 1947 championship run by The Dalles High school has prompted another, perhaps, fascinating detail. The Dalles produced an NFL guard who has been named in the top 100 to ever play for the Chicago Bears. Our super sleuth Sally Fasulo forwarded this information from Bonnie Osborne and Larry Hatch to CCC News.

North Wasco County School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Judy Richardson to serve in the role of School Board Member for the Zone 7 position. Dr. Richardson was appointed by the NWC Board of Directors on November 19th, 2020 in a unanimous affirmative vote.

CGCC Board Member Kim Morgan was recently named vice president of the Oregon Community College Association. In her new role, she will be aiming to make positive impacts on state legislation, advocacy and statewide college policy.

While an inversion has The Dalles under some thick gray this morning, Sol made a spectacular showing on Friday afternoon. This photo was shot from State Route 14 at 3:30 p.m., looking south toward Mount Hood. While were a bit gray this morning, it is a good time to check out The Radio Play Disaster on Demand by The Dalles High School Drama Department. Click here for link.

This wonderfully hilarious production from the comfort of your own home

“The Radio Play Disaster” will be available to watch online at Broadway On Demand on November 13th-14th, and November 20th-21st ONLY and tickets are AVAILABLE NOW. To order yours follow the link. Money from the play will go to funding future high school drama productions.

Bremik Construction continued to hammer away at two new Columbia Gorge Community College buildings this morning, Thursday, Nov. 12. The Skills Center will provide a state-of-the-art metal fabrication program and training in construction and other trades. Local companies looking for specific trade skills are expected to direct the curriculum to build a compatible workforce. The hope is to support and expand the local economy through skilled workers.

Larry Fairclo of The Dalles has spent years putting together the pieces of his father’s Army career. The journey brought him a newfound respect for those that have served. He also uncovered that his dad, Bud Fairclo, was a quiet hero, much more likely to talk about horses than his experiences in war.

Likely the most recognizable building in The Dalles, Old St. Peter’s Landmark got a sprucing up on Monday, Nov. 9 with the help of The Dalles High School Honor Society. Maybe this inspires you to a bit of your own yard work. There is no better time. Residential customers can dump yard debris at The Dalles Disposal transfer station during November at no cost. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday Through Friday.

TD Superintendent gives update on in-school learning

The South Wasco County School District‘s $4-milliion school bond had 55.3 percent approval in unofficial returns released tonight, Nov. 3 at 8 p.m. The bond had gained 707 votes in favor while 571 voted against it.