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🌱 See how a Hood River storm lit up the internet.
Hood River, Oregon Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Hood River! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See how a Hood River storm lit up the internet.
- How better-equipped Hood River rescuers still rely on your own preparedness.
Also on today's calendar: Tai Chi at Rockford Grange and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why does a cow wear a bell ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 72 and low of 52 degrees.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 77, low: 54.
- Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 53 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Hood River photographer's lightning photos electrify the Columbia River Gorge — and the internet (hereisoregon.com) — A Hood River photographer’s dramatic lightning shots over the Columbia River Gorge, captured from a west Hood River cliff on May 12, are drawing huge attention online. Blaine Franger describes chasing the storm, the challenge of long-exposure lightning photography, and how he and his wife share their work through their downtown Hood River gallery. 
• Search and Rescue Teams Are Now Better Equipped to Save Lives (columbiacommunityconnection.com) — Hood River’s Crag Rats and county-coordinated SAR teams now have more advanced medical providers, boosting rescue capabilities in the Gorge and on Mt. Hood. Local volunteers stress that residents and visitors still need to pack smart, stay prepared for long rescues, and carry essentials like food, layers, navigation tools, and a first-aid kit.
📸 Around Hood River
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Upcoming Events in
Hood River
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★ Featured events ★
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Hood River Existing Buildings Trade Ally Roundtable →
Hood River County Library, 502 State St, Hood River
9:00 am
Wednesday May 20
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Other local events
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Tai Chi at Rockford Grange →
Rockford Grange, 4262 Barrett Dr, Hood River
12:30 pm -
Low Impact Strength Training and Step Cardio | Hood River →
One Community Health - Hood River, 849 Pacific Ave, Hood River
5:30 pm -
The Lobbyists Live →
Lightwell Hotel & Spa, 201 Cascade Ave, Hood River
6:30 pm -
Garbanzo with a Hood over his Crest →
Hood Crest Winery and Distillers, 1900 Orchard Rd, Hood River
3:30 pm -
Lesley & Rebecca live music →
Mt. Hood Winery, 2882 Van Horn Dr, Hood River
4:00 pm -
All Jazz Considered →
Phelps Creek Tasting Room, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River
5:00 pm -
Chicken $#!t Gamblers at The Ruins →
The Ruins, 13 Railroad Street, Hood River
6:00 pm
Wednesday May 20
Thursday May 21
Saturday May 23
📣 Hood River Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Food Bank/Thrift Shop →
1090 22nd St, Hood River
4:30 pm -
Left on Tenth at the Ruins →
The Ruins, 13 Railroad Street, Hood River
5:30 pm -
Teen Library Council for High Schoolers →
The Dalles Public Library, Mosier
2:30 pm
Tuesday May 19
Wednesday May 20
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- We’re gonna be out and about again CLEANING WINDOWS for most of the week!
Text me if at all interested in finding a FAIR PRICE 509-774-7789 (Nextdoor Hood River East) - Hey everyone!
I have openings for June if you’re interested in getting your vehicles detailed. Shoot me a message or give me a call. Glossy Rides Detailing 208… (Nextdoor Hood River East)
- Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Delivery Driver (07215) - 2025 Cascade Ave Ste 102 in Hood River. Apply here.
- KPG Healthcare, LLC posted a job opening for Obstetrics and Gynecology in Hood River. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hood River here.
🗞 Nearby News
The Dalles
- This Week at The Dalles Library: May 18, 2026 (columbiacommunityconnection.com)
- The AI Prison Planet: The Dangers of AI and Data Centers, and Why Americans Are Turning Against Them (thenewamerican.com)
- UPFRONT: GOP party chair dismisses attempts to oust him (wisn.com)
Sandy
- Chainsaw competition, Forest Festival returns to Sandy (theoutlookonline.com)
- One of Oregon's top basketball recruits also plays football — and could be a starting QB in 2026 (oregonlive.com)
Troutdale
- City of Troutdale Considers Bringing Back Police Department (kxl.com)
Ok Hood River! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because its horns doesn't work! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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