Hood River County

06/05/2026

Oregon officially designated today, June 5, as Environmental Health Specialist Day!

The proclamation states, “Environmental Health Specialists play a vital role in protecting the health and safety of Oregon communities by preventing disease and ensuring safe food, water, and living environments.

These professionals provide essential public health services through inspections, education, emergency response, and enforcement of environmental health standards that safeguard residents across the state.”

In Hood River County, three Environmental Health Specialists at the Health Department are dedicated to keeping our communities safe. For more information, visit hoodrivercounty.gov/eh.

06/05/2026

Hood River County’s web map has reintroduced a feature that allows the public to view oblique imagery. The Oblique Viewer provides an angled perspective of properties rather than a direct overhead view. You can access Hood River County’s web map at opendata-hrcgis.hub.arcgis.com by clicking on the web map logo. The Oblique Viewer widget is located in the page header. By selecting the pop-up window (labeled “Eagle View”), you will be directed to the Oblique Viewer, where you can explore aerial imagery collected throughout the county over the years.

Hood River County has oblique imagery available from 2024, 2022, 2020, 2016 and 2012. The County will be acquiring new imagery this summer, which will be available this fall

There are also many specialized web maps to explore on Hood River County’s GIS hub. Have fun and please direct any questions to [email protected].

06/05/2026

Serve your community! Hood River County depends on citizen volunteers to serve on various committees, commissions, and boards that advise the County Board of Commissioners. Currently, these positions are available: Fair Board, Forest Recreation Trails Advisory Committee.

If you are interested, you can find more information and an online application at hoodrivercounty.gov/volunteering. Please submit your application by June 8th at 5:00 p.m. Applicants must be available for an interview on June 15, 2026, to be considered for appointment.

06/04/2026

Mid-Columbia Community Action Council is gathering cooling supplies to help keep our unhoused neighbors safe during high summer temperatures.

Donations can be dropped off at the MCCAC office in Hood River located at 606 State Street, Suite B.

Thank you very much for your support!

As we prepare for summer, we need the community's support to keep our unhoused neighbors safe from the heat!

Our team gets supply items to community members in need through our offices, community partners, and street outreach.

🌡 Needed Items 🌡

☀ bottled water
☀ shelf-stable snacks
☀ electrolyte packets
☀ rechargeable hand fans
☀ cooling towels
☀ sunscreen
☀ chapstick

Supplies can be dropped off weekdays (8am-12pm & 1-5pm)
at our Hood River Office (606 State St, 1B) or The Gloria Center in The Dalles (2505 W 7th St).
OR
Needed supplies can also be ordered online and sent directly to our offices through our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/0cmkCw4X.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

06/02/2026

Mark your calendars for Hood River County’s mattress recycling event. It will take place on Friday, June 5th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hood River Garbage.

Acceptable items: Mattresses and box springs of any type of construction or condition.

Unacceptable items: Air mattresses, crib mattresses, other bedding-related products, and furniture are not eligible for recycling.

This event is for county residents only, with a maximum of 5 units per household. No registration is required.

Questions? Contact (541) 386-2272.

If you have mattresses or box springs to recycle, mark you calendars for Friday, June 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hood River Garbage Waste and Recycling. You can reach out to Hood River Garbage for questions.

05/29/2026

The Hood River County Elections Office updated the Primary Election results to include ballots that were mailed with postmarks on or before Election Day. Voter turnout was 51.25%. You can view the results at hoodrivercounty.gov/electionresults.

Any questions or challenges regarding ballots will be resolved by June 10th. Official Results will be certified no later than June 15th. If you have any questions, please call the Hood River County Elections Office at 541-386-1442. Thank you to everyone who returned their ballots!

05/28/2026

As we conclude WILDFIRE AWARENESS MONTH, let’s focus on defensible space around your home to reduce or eliminate fire hazards. Leaves, pine needles, and other debris can collect in your gutters and eaves. When this debris dries out, it can become an ideal spot for wind-blown embers to land and ignite. This spring, remove debris to give your home extra protection.

The landscapes of Oregon are increasingly vulnerable to the threat of wildfires due to climate change, prolonged dry seasons, forest health challenges, and increased human activity in the wildland-urban interface.

05/26/2026

Bravo LEAD Columbia Gorge! Hood River County is proud of this program and the outcomes experienced by the Hood River County Sheriff's Office.

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day! Hood River County offices are closed today in observance of the federal holiday.

05/24/2026

Did you know abandoned campfires are one of the leading causes of human-caused wildfires? Please familiarize yourself with these ways to prevent wildfires during Wildfire Awareness Month.

Nearly 85% of wildfires in the United States are caused by people — which means most wildfires can be prevented.

During Wildfire Awareness Month, everyone has a role in reducing wildfire risk:
• Secure trailer chains and inspect tires, bearings, and axles
• Follow local fire restrictions
• Drown, stir, and feel campfires until cold to the touch
• Use equipment responsibly, especially during dry and windy conditions

Small actions can prevent big fires and help keep firefighters focused on naturally caused incidents.

Learn more wildfire prevention tips: https://www.doi.gov/wildlandfire/blog/10-tips-prevent-wildfires