Outdoor Adventures: Columbia River Wildflowers

 Many visits to the Columbia River Gorge hinge around hikes to famous waterfalls and views from high vistas. On this list of Best Outdoor Adventures of 2015, another Gorge feature is gaining some attention: Wildflowers. While they only can be seen at certain...

Wood Village Leaf Drop-Off Almost Through

The last days for the Wood Village Leaf Drop-off Event are approaching. Start your New Year off without the yard debris of 2015! The cool, windy fall weather causes trees to shed their leaves which can clog storm drains causing localized flooding and deteriorated...

Christmas Holiday Buffet

If you are looking for a Christmas Day full of holiday cheer, delicious food, and lovely scenery, visit Skamania Lodge this Christmas Day for a Christmas Holiday Buffet.Christmas Holiday Buffet (Dec. 25, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.) Celebrate the most wonderful day of the...

Winter Weather Alert for Columbia River Gorge

Winter weather is in the forecast for the Columbia River Gorge again. If you have plans to travel be advised of the inclement weather and drive safety. COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, OR (KPTV) -The Portland area has had a small break from the heavy rain but now a strong storm...

Bridge of Gods: Icon of the Columbia Gorge

The Bridge of the Gods is an icon in the Columbia River Gorge. Connecting the Washington and Oregon sides of the Gorge at Cascade Locks, OR and near Stevenson, WA, it doesn’t quite have the natural allure of Multnomah Falls, but it is one of the most famous man...

Sandbags available in Troutdale, OR

If you live in Troutdale, OR, and have concerns about flooding with the recent heavy rainfall, the Public Works Shop in Troutdale is providing free sand and bags for filling. The Public Works Shop located at 342 SW 4th Street has free sand and bags for filling....