Friday, August 30
HR golfers excel at Founder’s Cup
Four stealthy swinging local golfers found their groove in a big way last Saturday to win the third-annual Founder’s Cup, held at Indian Creek Golf Course.
City plans Sept. 11 memorial
Hood River City Police Chief Tony Dirks is organizing a service to remember the fallen heroes and victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the East Coast.
Sister City celebrates 25 years
A day of reverence and ceremony ended with a colorful dance, hugs, and bilingual best wishes on Thursday.
Schools stay on hold
State budget shortfalls delay 2002-03 start until Sept. 9
State budget shortfalls delay 2002-03 start until Sept. 9
New approach spikes volleyball program
Molly Kissinger is what many would call a free spirit.
Wednesday, August 28
Fruit Loop introduces new signs
A new set of signs will inform people driving by local farms and orchards about the variety of agricultural products in Hood River County.
Tuesday, August 27
No more ‘house blend’ of work, home
HR Coffee Co. owners move to new shop
HR Coffee Co. owners move to new shop
Four applicants vie for port seat
The Hood River Port Commission will interview four applicants seeking to fill the vacant Position 5 seat next Tuesday.
HR Green, Blue take care of business in Stevenson
STEVENSON, Wash. — Both local Gorge Youth Football teams cleaned up Saturday at Stevenson High School, showing the rest of the league why they should be feared.
Jim Mesi plays at the Grill
Labor Day Weekend opens at the Grill as guitarist extraordinaire Jim Mesi makes his debut this Friday with an evening of explosive blues. Performing with Jim are longtime music associate Albert Reda on vocals and bass, Geno Michaels on organ and piano, and Justin Matz on drums. The event starts at 9 p.m. and is free to the public.
HRV gridders tune up for opener
Bodies were flying and spirits were soaring Saturday when the HRV football team took to the Henderson Stadium field for the annual Blue and Gold Scrimmage.
Fairgrounds hosts annual Hood River Flea Market
Shoppers and vendors from all over the Northwest are headed to Hood River for the popular annual Hood River Flea Market, Saturday through Monday at the Hood River County Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. Attendees will find a huge selection of goods and plenty of great bargains.
Brief
Gorge Games on NBC this Sunday
Cold Mountain at the Saloon
Cold Mountain is a dynamic quintet from Missoula Montana, playing original American music. The charged sound of Cold Mountain plays Friday at The River City Saloon.
Barbecue, tile auction top weekend bill at Mosier Fall Festival
MOSIER — The Mosier Fall Festival is many things, from music to kayaking, but its most timely element is the barbecue to benefit the Mosier School Arts and Music Fund.
Desire, work ethic keep kiteboarder sailing along
In the sport of kiteboarding, you have to want to be the best in order to be the best.
Letters - August 28
Carefully assess plan
Pastor begins 21-day fast to commemorate 9-11
The Rev. David Duncombe of the Columbia River Fellowship for Peace began a 21-day fast Aug. 21 to commemorate the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11.
Schend spins a 20-year tradition of Families in the Park
Mike Schend won’t be catching clowns any time soon, but Thursday he’ll be having a fun time.
Remembering September 11
Sept. 11, 2002:
After the Attack
Columbia River Fellowship for Peace, other groups plan memorial events
Columbia River Fellowship for Peace, other groups plan memorial events
Rooted firmly on Oak Street, Kerrits expands
Kerrits Activewear traditionally includes packets of carrot seeds with customers’ purchases, but the store’s rarely glimpsed underbelly is anything but seedy.
Hood to Coast relay crowns new champs in 2002
Relay teams from across the nation and around the globe made their way to Timberline Lodge last weekend for the 21st running of the Nationwide Insurance Hood to Coast Relay Race.
Riverkeeper throws a party Saturday
A benefit celebration and party for the Columbia River will be held Saturday at the Gorge Room at the Best Western Hood River Inn. The For the River Party will feature three bands including “The Consul” from Seattle, playing from 8 p.m. to midnight.
Friday, August 23
Teens learn job skills in campground work
Students work in Scenic Area with help from state grant
Students work in Scenic Area with help from state grant
Sports briefs
HRV Blue-Gold scrimmage tonight
Letters - August 24
Know your choices
Budget stall delays start for schools
Board considers change in schedule Wednesday
Board considers change in schedule Wednesday
Land use plan draws fire
Property owners unhappy with Columbia River Gorge Commission review
Property owners unhappy with Columbia River Gorge Commission review
Cloud Cap takes runners to new heights
By SCOTT BECKER
Smith overcomes runner-up trend to win HRWGA Club Championship
Jo Smith had been on the doorstep for years.
Harvest begins in lower, middle valleys
Early harvest reports suggest that frost and wind may have mildly affected the Bartlett pear crop in Hood River Valley.
Life lessons come first in youth football
Football is the true definition of a “man’s sport.” But nowadays, local kids don’t have to reach manhood before they can flex their muscle on the gridiron.
Port to poll motorists on bridge work
The Port of Hood River is seeking to keep an upcoming construction project on the aging tollbridge from creating more than minimal crossing delays.
Tuesday, August 20
4-H’ers exhibit at State Fair
By BILLIE STEVENS
Odell thanks the dead, and the living
It is fitting that one of the largest public gatherings in Odell in years was Sunday’s Fallen Firefighter Memorial.
Summer grows sweeter with apple festival
Gravenstein Days coming this weekend
Gravenstein Days coming this weekend
Hood to Coast tests mind, body, soul
By SCOTT BECKER
Cooper Spur becomes ‘Mountain Resort’
Last year the Inn at Cooper Spur and Cooper Spur Ski Area were purchased by Meadows North LLC, a new subsidiary company of Mt. Hood Meadows. The purchases marked the first time the two properties were owned and operated by the same company, creating an opportunity to combine the recreational and hospitality features of both under one resort operation. This led to the “birth” this month of Cooper Spur Mountain Resort.
A world in wool
A Mosier man presents his collection of native Southwestern weavings
A Mosier man presents his collection of native Southwestern weavings
Entertainment briefs - August 21
CAST hosts Cyparski and Guidera
Dale Scobee looks back at 75 years of grange service
‘Just lived here, that’s all’
‘Just lived here, that’s all’
Letters - August 21
Governor was right
Rising to the fallen
Odell memorial honors ‘loving memory’ of firefighters
Odell memorial honors ‘loving memory’ of firefighters
Musicians pick their favorite tunes at festival
Mt. Hood Bluegrass festival a grinnin' good time
Mt. Hood Bluegrass festival a grinnin' good time
Daily doubles begin to settle in
HRV fall sports teams get underway
HRV fall sports teams get underway
Ocean ordeal brought author to deeper understanding
Book reading Sunday at CAST
Book reading Sunday at CAST
Monday, August 19
Sports briefs
Hood to Coast Relay this weekend
It's "country" -- without going to the country
When Betty and Gene Aslin moved to Hood River nearly 20 years ago, real estate agents had a running joke about the property the couple wound up buying.
Acts of good faith grace Hood River Skate Fest
Manna Skateboard Team and top national Christian bands treat locals to day of fun, worship
Manna Skateboard Team and top national Christian bands treat locals to day of fun, worship
Bridge toll could be on the rise
Transportation official says users should foot the bill for a new Columbia River bridge
Transportation official says users should foot the bill for a new Columbia River bridge
Hanford EIS flunks hearing
Department of Energy finds opposition with nuclear site plan
Department of Energy finds opposition with nuclear site plan
Budget impasse may delay school
School could be out for summer longer than planned for students in Hood River County School District.
Wednesday, August 14
Letters - August 14
A positive position
Mid-Columbia Habitat for Humanity begins fundraising efforts
Mid-Columbia Habitat for Humanity has finished a year of work laying down its legal framework. This month, the new affiliate will hold two public meetings to rally community support for funding and building a house.
‘Shadow figures’ and peace flame enlighten Hiroshima’s lesson
The chalk outlines of bodies on the sidewalk outside our offices on Tuesday morning — and all around town — reminded me of the first “shadow figure” I ever saw. It was a real one, its outline made not by chalk but by a man who had been sitting on the steps outside a bank in Hiroshima, Japan, on the morning of Aug. 6, 1945, waiting for it to open.
Clean canines: ‘Dog Wash’ helps pet assist program
Soap suds, second only to cats as a dog’s main nemesis, flowed over fur Saturday at Hood River Saturday Market.
Tuesday, August 13
River City hosts full lineup
A strong musical lineup continues this week at the River City Saloon. On Thursday, The Withdrawls will be starting the weekend off with strong jams. Many say The Withdrawals have long surpassed early comparisons to Widespread Panic, Dave Matthews Band, Allman Bros. Band etc. to forge their own unique voice in rock-n-roll. Audiences are automatically drawn to the dance floor by The Withdrawals combination of quality songs, tight and heavy funk grooves.
‘Les Miserables’ rehearsals start
Rehearsals for the musical “Les Miserables” begin Monday, Aug. 19, according to director Mark Steighner.
Cook takes three races to win Gorge Cup
HOOD RIVER — The winds were rippin’ last weekend at the Event Site as Dale Cook barely surpassed his rival and sailing buddy Bruce Peterson to win the 2002 Gorge Cup.
City mulls fee spike for utility hookups
Developers within the City of Hood River could see a sharp spike in the cost of new and upgraded sewer and water hookups by the end of the year.
Bluegrass pickin’ starts at county fairgrounds
An outstanding line-up of national, regional and local musicians will take to the stages at the Hood River County Fairgrounds Aug. 16-18 during the Mt. Hood Bluegrass Festival, a brand-new summer bluegrass event.
Hanks, Solbach soar at Bridge of Gods
Third-annual kiteboarding event attracts big wind, top amateur competitors
Third-annual kiteboarding event attracts big wind, top amateur competitors
Skate slalom races through downtown
Hood River further solidified itself on the West Coast skateboarding circuit last weekend when it hosted Hood River Haulin’ — the sixth of eight FCR World Championship skate slalom events in 2002.
Hornbuckle turns on the soul at Families in the Park
The third evening in the Sprint Families in the Park series is set for Thursday, in Jackson Park. This week the incredible Linda Hornbuckle will bring her R&B and Motown show band to the park.
Port protests possible listing
Hood River tollbridge falls under Gorge Commission scrutiny
Hood River tollbridge falls under Gorge Commission scrutiny
Odell honors fallen firefighter
John Hazlett memorial will be unveiled on Sunday
John Hazlett memorial will be unveiled on Sunday
Monday, August 12
Gov. Kitzhaber’s veto meets opposition
Hood River County legislators vote for House, Senate override
Hood River County legislators vote for House, Senate override
Library ‘vision’ goes to work
Last Wednesday’s groundbreaking marks start of $4 million renovation effort
Last Wednesday’s groundbreaking marks start of $4 million renovation effort
Do club sports keep local leagues from thriving?
Both sides speak about concerns that clubs hinder growth of recreational sports
Both sides speak about concerns that clubs hinder growth of recreational sports
Summer never damp when you know how to camp
Part IV of Summer Pleasures series
Part IV of Summer Pleasures series
Forest veteran, 94, says goodbye to a place changed
When Ancel Reinkens moved to his Montello Avenue house in 1953, the surrounding area bore little resemblance to its present state.
Residents appeal court dismissal
Mike McCarthy and the Hood River Valley Residents’ Committee are appealing a two-time court dismissal of their challenge over a land exchange between the county and Mt. Hood Meadows, Ltd.
Wednesday, August 7
GorgeArts director calls for new help
The Columbia Gorge Arts and Culture Council, popularly known as GorgeArts, will close its doors next month if increased financial and personnel resources aren’t found.
Billie Stevens keeps 4-H forward
Billie Stevens has always felt at home with 4-H families.
Letters - August 7
Expand Wal-Mart
HR Billiards raises money for mammography unit
Cristy Barsky of Hood River Billiards racked up plenty of support last week for a new mammography machine at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital by taking $5 chess and billiards challenges at the County Fair.
Library fits into a new cover
The Hood River County Library is up and running in its new temporary home at 6th and State streets. You can do all the regular library things there, like check out books, read microfiche, browse through magazines and newspapers and surf the Internet.
Runners take to hills at Steens camp
By SCOTT BECKER
Be a hero by turning off, and away from, violence
By MARTY OPPENHEIMER
Roeseler blazes to Kite Series win
HOOD RIVER — A formidable fleet of 12 turned out to the Sandbar Aug. 1 for the first installment of the Gaastra Gorge Summer Kite Series.
Moe Dixon headlines Families in the Park
Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy the fun at the second night of Sprint Families in the Park this Thursday at Jackson Park. Music begins at 7 p.m., but the activities begin well before that.
Birch, Rawding lead HRVST girls to second at HR Invite
The Aquatic Center was flooded with youth swimmers last weekend when the Hood River Valley Swim Team hosted the Hood River Invitational.
Art class for kids set at Saturday Market
On Saturday from 10-11:30 a.m. the Columbia Art Gallery will sponsor an art project for children at the Saturday Market.
Our mixture makes us great
By FRED TRUJILLO
County sign code unveiled
County Commission sets date for introduction of new ordinance
County Commission sets date for introduction of new ordinance
Mt. Fir mill burns
Heat, water loss complicated firefighters’ efforts
Heat, water loss complicated firefighters’ efforts
Tribe continues casino development
The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs are seeking the final member of a team to develop plans for a casino just east of Hood River.
Centennial celebration
Fair celebrates 100 years of 4-H, and offers both quantity and quality
Fair celebrates 100 years of 4-H, and offers both quantity and quality
Skate Slalom races through the Hood
Professional slalom skateboarders from the United States and abroad roll into Hood River this weekend to test their skills on Columbia Street outside Full Sail Brewery.
Wal-Mart: creating a westside gorilla?
By JUDY HANEL
‘We’re up to good,’ teens say
Sisters Niki and Kristina Westfall watched with dismay the recent media coverage of the Lake Oswego teenager who faked her abduction from a park and went to Seattle with friends.
A play by children about children
Kids to perform abbreviated version of Cinderella Thursday at Jackson Park
Kids to perform abbreviated version of Cinderella Thursday at Jackson Park
Monday, August 5
Mail theft: identity fraud cases on rise
Three recent identity theft cases have led the Hood River County Sheriff’s Office to warn citizens about leaving their mail unattended on rural delivery routes.
Fall 2002 sports schedules
Daily doubles for HRV fall sports begin Monday, Aug. 19. All athletes are reminded to update their records and have a physical before that time. Please call Linda Sass or Mitch Sanders at 386-2318 or 386-4500. Schedules updated June 17, 2002. Cross-country schedules to come.
Port protests bridge listing
The Port of Hood River is protesting a move by staffers of the Columbia River Gorge Commission to list its tollbridge on the roster of highly visible landscapes within the National Scenic Area.
In the ‘Stroke Belt'
Step toward detection, prevention of brain attack
Step toward detection, prevention of brain attack
Screening reduces stroke risk
Hood River County residents can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke. Life Line Screening will be at the Hood River Valley Adult Center on Aug. 8.
Saturday, August 3
Sports Club serving up summer tennis for all ages
Tennis players young and not-so-young have been making quite a racquet at the Hood River Sports Club this summer.