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One Man’s Quest to Follow Lewis and Clark by Log Raft
Matt Marx, a White Salmon native, is building something remarkable in his yard. Sections that will become an 1800 square foot log raft. This fall, he plans to assemble those sections above Lewiston, Idaho, and launch on the Snake River. His destination? Fort Clatsop on the Columbia River – the same place Lewis and Clark spent the winter of 1805. The route covers hundreds of miles through some of the most changed waterways in America. Matt will pass through locks at 8 major dams on the Snake and Columbia rivers. Places Lewis and Clark never imagined would exist. Along … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Back to School, Back to Safety!
This friendly reminder in your yard can make a big difference—slowing down traffic in White Salmon and Bingen means safer streets for our kids, neighbors, and visitors. If you’re concerned about speeding or just want to help make our community safer, grab a FREE yard sign today! Where to Pick Up Your Sign: White Salmon City Hall Bingen City Hall August 19 at the Farmer’s Market and WSVSD Back-to-School events Let’s show care for our neighborhood. 20 is plenty—let’s slow down and keep everyone safe. Tag friends who’d like one! Community Partners, in collaboration with the City of White Salmon, Skyline Hospital, and the White Salmon … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Rebuilding Guides and Support for Wildfire-Affected Homeowners in the Columbia River Gorge Scenic Area
Hearts go out to everyone impacted by the recent wildfires in the Columbia River Gorge. The Columbia River Gorge Commission is acutely aware that a number of homeowners affected by the recent Gorge wildfires will want and need to quickly begin repairing, restoring and rebuilding their homes. They know that navigating permits and regulations can feel overwhelming, especially during a time like this. That’s why they’ve proactively developed clear and efficient pathways to help you obtain the necessary permits for rebuilding within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Their goal is to make this process as smooth and swift … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Community-wide Yard Sales, April 11-13 – FREE Registration
Register for the Community-wide Yard Sales, April 11-13, to clean out or repurpose unneeded items. Call 509-493-3630 to be on the map for FREE. This will help reduce the amount of reusable goods coming to Community Cleanup and ending up in the landfill. If you don’t want to sell: There will be FREE PILES on the map where you can leave things. Post your things on the Buy Nothing Facebook page Drop fabric goods of any kind to the Seventh Day Adventist Church in White Salmon Take donation items directly to Gorge Rebuild-it Center or Second Hand Rose Then take … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Shaping the Future: Free Estate Planning Initiative Coming this Spring
Help shape the future for your community. Many families are unprepared for this responsibility; only 35% have a will, and even fewer include charitable intentions. A united consortium of passionate non-profits including The Next Door Inc., Thrive Hood River, Gorge Grown, Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP), Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC), and the Columbia Gorge Community College (CGCC) Foundation believe in the transformative power of community, connection, and the legacies we create together. We invite you to join us for the Community Legacy Initiative on Sunday, March 2nd, from 2-4pm at the Ruins in Hood River. This event is … [CLICK TO READ MORE]