News & Updates
Columbia County Spotlight: New Rail Safety Rules Approved by Legislature
July 19, 2019
In the Press
Passed by House and Senate, legislation now awaits Gov. Kate Brown's signature.
KATU: Gorge Traffic Tie-Ups Spawn Changes and More Likely on the Way
July 17, 2019
In the Press, Multimedia
Hour-long traffic backups are happening along the historic highway where ODOT says traffic has increased 50% during the past decade.
The Dalles Chronicle: Turtles' Slow Fight for Survival
July 17, 2019
Latest News, In the Press
Western pond turtles struggle against bullfrogs, habitat loss, and now, shell disease.
Bike Portland: Time to Look Past Cars, Says Gorge Leader
July 11, 2019
Latest News, In the Press
The head of the organization whose mission is to protect the Columbia Gorge wants fewer people to drive cars through it.
Willamette Week: Oregon Legislature Passes Three Notable Environmental Bills
July 3, 2019
Latest News, In the Press
There will be new regulations for diesel trucks, oil trains and scrapyard operators.
The Dalles Chronicle: Summit Ridge Project Hits Opposition, Technical Challenges
June 29, 2019
Latest News, In the Press
The wind farm, an approved but as yet unbuilt wind energy generation facility proposed near the Deschutes River, is in limbo.
Oregon Legislature Passes Historic Oil Train Spill Response Bill
June 29, 2019
Latest News
Three years after the Mosier derailment and spill, the Oregon Legislature steps up
View Point Inn Restoration Moves Ahead
June 21, 2019
Latest News
Friends of the Columbia Gorge and View Point Inn owners reach a settlement agreement to restore and reopen the historic property.