Chris Carvalho
@gorgepulse.bsky.social
News, photography, analysis, and commentary on the Columbia Gorge and the environment. Rectal cancer survivor. Voice of marginalized Gorge communities.
Oregon will lose a member of Congress while Texas & Florida each gain 4 members, because Oregon blocks housing, while Texas & Florida build housing. @tinakotek.bsky.social
January 28, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Oregon will lose a member of Congress while Texas & Florida each gain 4 members, because Oregon blocks housing, while Texas & Florida build housing. @tinakotek.bsky.social
Google is attempting a public land grab for its data center water supply. Contact @wyden.senate.gov & tell him our public land needs to be protected!
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Environmentalists worry Google behind bid to control Oregon town's water
Concerns about Big Tech have emerged in a proposal to transfer Mount Hood land.
www.sfgate.com
January 26, 2026 at 3:46 AM
Google is attempting a public land grab for its data center water supply. Contact @wyden.senate.gov & tell him our public land needs to be protected!
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Wednesday, January 21, OHA reported 2 new COVID deaths in Oregon; the total is now 10,943. As of 1/3, hospitalizations are at 0.7 per 100,000 compared to a national average of 1.9. Wastewater levels are increasing in North Bend & The Dalles.
January 25, 2026 at 11:24 PM
Wednesday, January 21, OHA reported 2 new COVID deaths in Oregon; the total is now 10,943. As of 1/3, hospitalizations are at 0.7 per 100,000 compared to a national average of 1.9. Wastewater levels are increasing in North Bend & The Dalles.
An Amtrak train struck a forklift driver near the intersection of SE 12th Avenue & SE Clinton on Friday. The driver is critically injured.
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One critically injured after train crashes into forklift in SE Portland
A forklift operator is in critical condition after being struck by a train in Southeast Portland, Friday morning.
katu.com
January 24, 2026 at 11:22 PM
An Amtrak train struck a forklift driver near the intersection of SE 12th Avenue & SE Clinton on Friday. The driver is critically injured.
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Light snow passing through the Gorge now, with pockets of freezing rain near Corbett.
January 23, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Light snow passing through the Gorge now, with pockets of freezing rain near Corbett.
I'm🦘🦘😡 at The Democrats. They sold their membership list to an environmental nonprofit. How do I know? They have a unique misspelling of my name in their records, & it showed up on the mailing from @audubon.org. The Dems must be hard up for money if they'd stoop this low to do this. They won't ...
January 22, 2026 at 10:04 PM
I'm🦘🦘😡 at The Democrats. They sold their membership list to an environmental nonprofit. How do I know? They have a unique misspelling of my name in their records, & it showed up on the mailing from @audubon.org. The Dems must be hard up for money if they'd stoop this low to do this. They won't ...
After 7 months, phase 2 of the Rowena Fire cleanup is finally starting. www.kptv.com/2026/01/16/r...
Rowena Fire cleanup begins as families plan to rebuild
Seven months after the Rowena Fire destroyed more than 50 homes and nearly 100 other structures, cleanup crews have begun removing debris from properties.
www.kptv.com
January 16, 2026 at 7:28 AM
After 7 months, phase 2 of the Rowena Fire cleanup is finally starting. www.kptv.com/2026/01/16/r...
The Hood River Bridge will have temporary lane closures on Thursday, 1/15. portofhoodriver.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:03 AM
The Hood River Bridge will have temporary lane closures on Thursday, 1/15. portofhoodriver.com
Jaw-dropping sunset on yesterday's hike. This is looking east with the sun setting behind me. Wildflowers are beginning, a very early start to the season. Update soon.
January 13, 2026 at 1:41 AM
Jaw-dropping sunset on yesterday's hike. This is looking east with the sun setting behind me. Wildflowers are beginning, a very early start to the season. Update soon.
The Troutdale Library will be closed through at least the end of January due to roof truss damage. More repairs will be needed later this year. (Oregonian, 1/11/26, p. A2)
January 11, 2026 at 7:50 PM
The Troutdale Library will be closed through at least the end of January due to roof truss damage. More repairs will be needed later this year. (Oregonian, 1/11/26, p. A2)
Wednesday, 1/7, OHA reported 4 new COVID deaths in Oregon; the total is now 10,940. Hospitalizations as of 1/3/26 are at 0.5 per 100,000, compared to a national average of 1.2. No wastewater update.
January 10, 2026 at 2:39 AM
Wednesday, 1/7, OHA reported 4 new COVID deaths in Oregon; the total is now 10,940. Hospitalizations as of 1/3/26 are at 0.5 per 100,000, compared to a national average of 1.2. No wastewater update.
Portland cyclist hits pothole at SE 52nd & Division, flies over handlebars, dies. No vehicles were involved. kptv.com/2026/01/07/p...
PBOT's Vision Zero focuses on making driving inconvenient. It should focus on fixing the roads & sidewalks.
PBOT's Vision Zero focuses on making driving inconvenient. It should focus on fixing the roads & sidewalks.
Pothole blamed for cyclist death in SE Portland
Police are investigating the death of bicyclist Monday night in Southeast Portland.
kptv.com
January 9, 2026 at 4:16 AM
Portland cyclist hits pothole at SE 52nd & Division, flies over handlebars, dies. No vehicles were involved. kptv.com/2026/01/07/p...
PBOT's Vision Zero focuses on making driving inconvenient. It should focus on fixing the roads & sidewalks.
PBOT's Vision Zero focuses on making driving inconvenient. It should focus on fixing the roads & sidewalks.
The clasping Venus' looking-glass (Triodanis perfoliata) is an annual herb native to the Americas, ranging from Argentina to southern Canada. In the Gorge it's uncommon enough to not appear in Russ Jolley's "Wildflowers of the Columbia Gorge." It's from the bluebell family ...
January 7, 2026 at 2:39 AM
The clasping Venus' looking-glass (Triodanis perfoliata) is an annual herb native to the Americas, ranging from Argentina to southern Canada. In the Gorge it's uncommon enough to not appear in Russ Jolley's "Wildflowers of the Columbia Gorge." It's from the bluebell family ...
Turning Point USA co-founder Bill Montgomery died of COVID, & Charlie Kirk died from gun violence. The organization opposed both COVID health measures & gun control:
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Did Turning Point USA co-founder Bill Montgomery die of COVID-19? Here's what we know
The rumor spread online months after the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, the other Turning Point USA co-founder.
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January 4, 2026 at 11:26 PM
Turning Point USA co-founder Bill Montgomery died of COVID, & Charlie Kirk died from gun violence. The organization opposed both COVID health measures & gun control:
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On 12/31/25, OHA announced 6 new COVID deaths in Oregon; the total is now 10,936. Hospitalizations are at 0.4 per 100,000 as of 12/31 compared to a national average of 0.8. OHA has not updated wastewater data since 12/4.
January 4, 2026 at 12:19 AM
On 12/31/25, OHA announced 6 new COVID deaths in Oregon; the total is now 10,936. Hospitalizations are at 0.4 per 100,000 as of 12/31 compared to a national average of 0.8. OHA has not updated wastewater data since 12/4.
Free parking days in 2026 for Portland Metro regional parks:
January 3, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Free parking days in 2026 for Portland Metro regional parks:
Wishing you all a fruitful & happy 2026 from the Gorge! (US Government photo from the now defunct Gorge air quality monitoring site) We've had a warm winter so far, and a few wildflowers are already blooming in some sheltered spots. Photos soon.
January 2, 2026 at 12:28 AM
Wishing you all a fruitful & happy 2026 from the Gorge! (US Government photo from the now defunct Gorge air quality monitoring site) We've had a warm winter so far, and a few wildflowers are already blooming in some sheltered spots. Photos soon.
Yesterday we finished balsamroot planting for the season and were rewarded with a stunning sunset with Mt. Hood on the center-right horizon. I brought hot chocolate to celebrate, and with the chilly temperature it was just what I needed.
December 30, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Yesterday we finished balsamroot planting for the season and were rewarded with a stunning sunset with Mt. Hood on the center-right horizon. I brought hot chocolate to celebrate, and with the chilly temperature it was just what I needed.
Bald eagles have returned to the Gorge. 2 good places to see them are The Dalles Dam & the Balfour-Klickitat wayside park in Lyle, WA.
December 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Bald eagles have returned to the Gorge. 2 good places to see them are The Dalles Dam & the Balfour-Klickitat wayside park in Lyle, WA.
After a stinging referendum signature drive, Oregon Democrats consider repealing the state transportation funding bill to avoid it becoming a major issue in the November election: www.wweek.com/news/state/2...
Confronted by a Grassroots Backlash, Democrats Consider Repealing Unpopular Gas Tax Hike
Repealing the controversial bill could deprive Republicans of a powerful campaign issue in an election year.
www.wweek.com
December 27, 2025 at 2:52 AM
After a stinging referendum signature drive, Oregon Democrats consider repealing the state transportation funding bill to avoid it becoming a major issue in the November election: www.wweek.com/news/state/2...
Merry Christmas from the Gorge! Whether or not you celebrate, the values of peace, gift giving, & good will to all are worthy of practicing & upholding in the region. Speak up when you see those values being violated. The Gorge will reward you in infinite measure.
December 25, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Merry Christmas from the Gorge! Whether or not you celebrate, the values of peace, gift giving, & good will to all are worthy of practicing & upholding in the region. Speak up when you see those values being violated. The Gorge will reward you in infinite measure.
I got a new printer–I mean, a new box for Mario.
December 23, 2025 at 1:02 AM
I got a new printer–I mean, a new box for Mario.
A winter sunset can light up the dark gray basalt cliffs in the east Gorge, making them look like they've been set on fire.
December 20, 2025 at 6:40 PM
A winter sunset can light up the dark gray basalt cliffs in the east Gorge, making them look like they've been set on fire.
The Historic Columbia River Highway is closed between Larch Mtn. Rd & Vista House due to a landslide. tripcheck.com
December 20, 2025 at 6:18 PM
The Historic Columbia River Highway is closed between Larch Mtn. Rd & Vista House due to a landslide. tripcheck.com
On Wednesday, December 17, OHA reported 8 new COVID deaths; the total is now 10,930. 5 were reported the prior week. Hospitalizations are at 0.3 per 100,000 as of 11/29. Wastewater data shows a increased viral levels in Bend, Tryon Creek, Lincoln City, & Corvallis.
December 20, 2025 at 12:38 AM
On Wednesday, December 17, OHA reported 8 new COVID deaths; the total is now 10,930. 5 were reported the prior week. Hospitalizations are at 0.3 per 100,000 as of 11/29. Wastewater data shows a increased viral levels in Bend, Tryon Creek, Lincoln City, & Corvallis.