Hood River County experienced another remarkable year. At the January Board of Commissioner meeting, County Administrator Allison Williams showcased 2025 accomplishments of County departments and the Sheriff’s Office. In this message, she highlights regional wins, essential services successes that will have significant impact on the entire community, and other significant department-focused efforts... READ MORE HERE>

The planning process to designate Odell as an urban unincorporated community is now in Phase II. Unincorporated community plans allow communities to tailor land-use planning to local needs. Phase II’s scope of work includes a long-term vision supporting diverse housing options for those who already live and work in the community, plus designating a final community boundary, future zoning designations, and development standards... READ MORE HERE>

A Saturday Vaccination Clinic will be held at the Hood River County Health Department this Saturday, February 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The vaccination clinic provides a valuable opportunity for families and individuals to receive vaccinations ahead of School Exclusion Day on February 25th. The Health Department’s complete catalog of vaccines for both children and adults will be available... READ MORE HERE>

DUIIs account for over 25% of all cases prosecuted by the District Attorney’s office. Due to this high number of DUIIs in the community, Hood River County District Attorney’s Office received a grant exclusively for DUII prosecution, which lasts through September. All referral and case information can be found on the DA’s Data Dashboard on the District Attorney page at hoodrivercounty.gov... READ MORE HERE>

Although the primary purpose of the County Tree Farm is to produce and sell timber, a renewable natural resource, the County Forest also functions as a multi-use recreational area, supported by the County Forest Parking Permit program. 2026 permits are now available for purchase online and at several local shops for parking in designated Fee Parking Zones... READ MORE HERE>