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Feb 6

Feb 6 Goldendale wrestlers pin a District Championship, onto regionals

Goldendale High School Wrestlers competed at the Sundome for District 5 Championships and rocked the brackets with 17 wrestlers placing in the top 7 on Friday, Feb. 2nd.

Jan 30

Jan 30 TDHS Boys Basketball in hunt for playoffs despite OSAA forfeit ruling

Ken Park

Home Page, Sports

The players were ineligible because they were attending North Wasco County’s alternative high school, Innovations Academy, which did not have OSAA membership, a requirement for eligibility.

Jan 30

Jan 30 Goldendale doubles up the wins in dual meet with TD, Washougal

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page, Sports, The Dalles, Klickitat County

Goldendale was coming off a win at the Eastern Washington Athletic Conference Champions held on Thursday, Jan. 24, and the team rode that momentum as they earned dual wins over The Dalles and Washougal. Mike Salsbury brings us another stunning photo essay as teams are headed toward the postseason.

Nov 22

Nov 22 Goldendale Football 2023: Pride, Identity and 10-2 on the season

Mike Salsbury

Home Page, Sports, Klickitat County

“We made sure they understood the impact they've had, not just on the scoreboard, but on the character and work ethic of every player in that locker room … They've given their all, and their dedication has paved the way for the next generation to step up and carry the torch.”

Nov 14

Nov 14 In Rain We Shine: The Dalles makes podium at State XC Championship

Jill Bell

Home Page, Sports

For the first time since 2014, the girls’ team made the podium at the State Championship, placing fourth at 141 points, just 3 points ahead of fellow Tri-Valley team Crook County.

Nov 13

Nov 13 A Season in Pictures: Goldendale Volleyball 2023

Mike Salsbury

Sports, Home Page, Klickitat County

Coach Bellamy sees life lessons taking hold in her players’ lives. “The kids learn how to function in a group, celebrate each other, work together even if you’re not the best of friends. We overcame adversity early in the year with relationships and learned to put that aside and play together for the common goal.”

Nov 7

Nov 7 Hilarity for Charity: Local Auto Dealership's TikTok Spurs Runners to Thanksgiving Event

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County, Sports, Positive News

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, Columbia Gorge Toyota and Honda are harnessing the power of social media to promote the third annual Turkey Trot 5K Benefit Walk/Run. With a comedic TikTok video that has captured the hearts and laughs of the community.

Nov 4

Nov 4 Goldendale X Country at state today, Nov. 4; Team gets huge send off

Columbia Community Connection

Home Page, Sports

Parents, students, and locals came together to make an impression, and they did. The Washington State XC meets are Today, Nov. 4, and with it a mix of excitement accompanied by nerves for the pack members who will be conquering the unforgiving course.

Oct 30

Oct 30 WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS, MY FRIEND -TDHS Girls X-Country takes district... again

Jill Bell

Education, Home Page, Sports, The Dalles

As the silly string descended on their sweat and rain-soaked hair, the Riverhawk runners took in the moment at the 4A-2 Tri-Valley Conference Championship at McIver Park in Estacada. The memory of last year’s District and State championship had haunted this year’s teams like a specter - and it seemed a new championship was the best way to relegate old expectations to the past.

Oct 23

Oct 23 Fields, Forests, and Faster: The Last Three Weeks of Riverhawk Cross Country

Jill Bell

Home Page, Sports, The Dalles

While the results of the last three weeks have been heady and exciting, The Dalles runners know not to count their riverhawks or districts before they’ve hatched. If anything, their strong showing at the district preview and the 3k tuneup will likely motivate the other Tri-Valley teams to outwork and out-kick them this week.

Oct 19

Oct 19 The Madness is deafening: Bargeway Winners headed to Hawks Nest on Sunday

Tom Peterson

Home Page, Sports, The Dalles

Bargeway Pub and Catering picks its first winners for the Seahawks game this Sunday, Oct. 22. Find out who won the tickets here and learn how you can enter the next drawing for tickets when the Seahawks play the Washington Commanders on Nov. 12th.

Oct 16

Oct 16 Seven TDHS Students Selected for 4A All-State Softball

Cole Goodwin

Sports, The Dalles, Wasco County, Education, Home Page

The Dalles High School Athletics shared that seven students have been selected for the 2023 4A All-State Softball Championship 1st and 2nd teams. All-state teams are put together based on nominations from coaches.

Oct 2

Oct 2 TDHS X Country: The Trophy & the Tent: Bridget Nelson and Baker meets

Jill Bell

Sports, The Dalles, Positive News

At the Baker Meet on Sept. 28 - Like the boys’ race, the Riverhawk girls ran consistently, with few personal records- but a notable one-minute improvement for freshman Riley Elliot, who was sporting her mom’s cross country hoodie after the race.

Sep 22

Sep 22 Get Ready for the 20th Annual Pig Bowl Showdown Tomorrow Sept. 23

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, Sports, The Dalles, Wasco County

The renowned annual football clash for a cause between the fearless Columbia Gorge Law Enforcement and the heroic Columbia Gorge Fire Fighters is set to light up the Wahtonka Football Field in The Dalles tomorrow, Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 starting at 6 p.m.

Sep 21

Sep 21 TDHS X Country: Hermiston & Oregon City: Fast, flat, and fierce

Jill Bell

Sports, The Dalles, Home Page

A difference in starting position made all the difference for Aiden Erickson in Oregon City on Sept. 16. Normally in the back, the lean 6’3” sophomore toed the line for the varsity boys’ race, in the front quarter of the pack for the entire race. That lead translated into a 26-second PR from last year, with Erickson finishing sub-18 at 17:56.

Aug 20

Aug 20 TD Booster Club pumped for fall season; meeting on Aug. 28; opportunities abound

Columbia Community Connection

Sports, Positive News

The board is seeking to elect new board members to step in for the following positions: Volunteer Coordinator, Membership Coordinator, and Project Coordinator. Click here to learn more.

Jul 21

Jul 21 Get Ready to Skate! Youth Roller Derby Camp Begins August 7

Cole Goodwin

Entertainment, Positive News, Sports, Education

Starting Monday, August 7th, 2023 at 9 a.m. the Hood River Armory and Gorge Roller Derby will welcome kids aged 9 to 17 to build confidence, teamwork, have fun skating, and learn the basics of roller skating, and roller derby!

Jul 6

Jul 6 Mt. Hood National Forest to implement new recreation fees at seven east side campgrounds

Cole Goodwin

Home Page, Hood River County, Sports

Mt. Hood National Forest is implementing new camping fees at seven campgrounds on Barlow and Hood River Ranger Districts beginning Friday, July 14.

Jun 2

Jun 2 Chemistry, Team Ball and a hair tie in the right pocket lead to softball championship on Saturday

Tom Peterson

Home Page, Wasco County, The Dalles, Sports

Here Come the Riverhawks - TDHS Softball team drills as usual on Thursdays as coaches work to keep this tight-knit team loose and ready to play in what looks to be a great championship game against Henly on Saturday, June 3 in Eugene. The Team is equally good on the field as they are at knocking home runs at a record pace.

May 26

May 26 Smoking hot TDHS squares off against Astoria at home tonight in softball quarterfinal

Tom Peterson

Positive News, Sports, Home Page

TDHS Softball, 23 wins 3 loses, takes on Astoria, 19-6, tonight, May 26, in the playoff quarterfinal in the OSAA 4A bracket. They’ve got a home-field advantage at 16th Street Ballpark in The Dalles. The girls have not lost since March and burned Seaside earlier this week in a 16-0 route. The first pitch is at 6 p.m. Like the long ball? They set the record in that this year too.

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