Bend Man Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway 26 Near Government Camp
WASCO COUNTY, Ore. — A 55-year-old Bend man was killed in a head-on collision on Highway 26 near Government Camp...
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Two Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 26 in Wasco County
WASCO COUNTY, Ore. — Two people were killed Monday night in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 26 in Wasco County,...
Fatal Crash – Highway 197 – Wasco County
WASCO COUNTY, Ore. — A 21-year-old Dufur man was killed and two people were injured Saturday afternoon in a two-vehicle...
SNAP recipients in 10 Oregon counties have more time to replace food lost during recent fires
If you live in one of 10 Oregon counties and lost food bought with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits because of recent fires...
Oregon Heritage Commission awards grants for museum projects
The Oregon Heritage Commission has awarded $75,000 in grants to 13 museums throughout the state as part of the Oregon...
Federal Disaster Declaration Expanded to Include Clatsop and Wasco Counties
The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) announced today that Clatsop and Wasco counties have been officially added to the...
Oregon Appeals FEMA’s Denial of Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for December 2025 Storms
SALEM, Ore. – The State of Oregon has formally appealed FEMA’s decision to deny Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding...
142nd Wing to conduct Memorial Day flyovers
The 142nd Wing out of the Portland Air National Guard Base, Portland, Oregon, will conduct Memorial Day flyovers for ceremonies...
Scott Hege (R), Hank Sanders (D) Set to Advance in Oregon House District 52 Race, Sanders Emphasizes Opposition to Trump, Hege Local Priorities
Wasco County, OR. — Democratic candidate Hank Sanders and Republican candidate Scott Hege emerged as the apparent winners Tuesday in...
ODF Declares Start of Fire Season in Central Oregon District
Oregon Department of Forestry officials have declared the start of fire season for the Central Oregon District beginning Friday, May...
Fatal Crash – Highway 97 – Wasco County
A woman from Warm Springs was killed Tuesday night after being struck by two vehicles on Highway 97 in Wasco...
Five Oregon high schools win prizes in 2026 media contest to promote young worker safety
Students from high schools across Oregon have earned top honors in a statewide media contest aimed at promoting workplace safety...
Motorcyclist Killed in Crash on I-84 in Wasco County
WASCO COUNTY, Ore. (April 15, 2026) — A motorcyclist was killed Tuesday morning in a crash involving an Oregon Department...
The Dalles Backs Federal Watershed Bill to Secure Long-Term Water Supply
The Dalles, OR. — City officials in The Dalles are backing federal legislation aimed at strengthening long-term water reliability, wildfire...
2nd Congressional District Democrats and Candidate Dawn Rasmussen Mock Congressman Cliff Bentz’s Participation in National Prayer Breakfast
Oregon - Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz, a practicing Catholic from Ontario, recently participated in the National Prayer Breakfast ceremony in...
Sheriff’s Board Affirms Oregon Sanctuary Law Compliance at NORCOR Facility
The Dalles, OR. — On December 18, 2025, the NORCOR Sheriff’s Advisory Board convened to review custody protocols for individuals...
The Dalles Updates Public on Near-Miss Rockslide at Wick’s Water Treatment Facility
The Dalles, OR. — The City of The Dalles on Thursday released additional details about a near-miss safety incident at...
Young Republicans of Oregon Announce First 2026 Legislative Endorsements: Greg Smith and Andrew Morrison
Representative Greg Smith for House District 57 The Young Republicans of Oregon have endorsed Representative Greg Smith for Oregon State...
U.S. House Passes Bentz Bill To Transfer Federal Watershed Land To City Of The Dalles
The Dalles, OR. — The U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday passed H.R. 655, the City of The Dalles Watershed...
State of Oregon and Wasco County Finalize $3.5 Million Agreement to Clear Rowena Wildfire Debris
Wasco County, OR. — Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced in a press release that the state and Wasco County have...
Wasco County Unveils New “We Honor Veterans” Gateway Signs in ODOT Partnership
Wasco County, OR. — Visitors and residents will soon be greeted by newly refreshed “Welcome to Wasco County” signs proudly...
Representative Christine Drazan, Others Nominated to Replace Senator Daniel Bonham
Canby, OR - Today, Republican Precinct Committee People in Clackamas, Hood River, Multnomah, and Wasco Counties held the nomination convention...
Former North Wasco School Board Member Dawn Rasmussen Enters Democratic Primary for Oregon’s 2nd Congressional District
The Dalles – Former North Wasco School Board Member Dawn Rasmussen filed to run in the 2026 Democratic primary for...
OSP Seeks Public’s Help After Illegal Elk Killing in Wasco County
Wasco County, OR. – Official Release: The Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division, Madras office, is seeking the public’s assistance...
REPRESENTATIVE SMITH TO HOST TRANSPORTATION TOWN HALL
BOARDMAN, OR. – Representative Gregory Smith (R-Heppner) to host town hall on upcoming transportation special session. The town hall will...