Hood River News

Hood River law enforcement officers are asking for public help to find a fugitive wanted in four states. “We have gotten reports that Jack Christopher Glenn is still in town and we want him off the streets,” said Sheriff Detective Gerry Tiffany. Full Story »

Brad Houghton spent 23 years leading soldiers and has brought that military experience to his post as veterans service officer for Hood River and Wasco counties. Full Story »

About 20 people gathered last week at Mid Valley Elementary School to discuss plans for a new community park in Odell. Full Story »

Federal stimulus dollars have enabled the Mid-Columbia Community Action Council to help more low-income families from Wasco, Hood River and Sherman counties during 2009. Full Story »

On a mossy, fern-covered hillside, sunlight breaks through thick trees, casting a patchwork of light and shadows down on a freshly packed trail that weaves its way through the forest. Full Story »

The Northwest Health Foundation has awarded $60,950 to La Clinica del Cariño, a migrant and community health center that is seeking to enhance health care delivery at its clinics in Hood River and The Dalles. Full Story »

The new Hood River fire station could also provide college classrooms for medical students if voters — and the state — give two local agencies permission to pursue the project. Full Story »

One of the year’s largest community giving campaigns is just weeks away from distributing food and gifts to needy community members. To learn how to help with Hood River Christmas Project, turn to Kaleidoscope, page B1, for full details on the Christmas Project and all its needs. Full Story »

Hard economic times affect more than two-legged creatures; in The Dalles , the four-legged varieties are also feeling the strain. Home at Last Humane Society is experiencing an influx of pets being turned over by owners in financial turmoil. Full Story »