Sunday, June 15, 2025
CASHMERE — At the west end of Cottage Avenue stands a landmark business that’s finally made its way back into the hands of the family that established it. Dave Doane purchased the …
LEAENWORH — From late spring into early fall, Eagle Creek Flower Farm’s roadside stand comes alive with colorful bouquets that change with the season. Every weekend, the stand is visited …
WENATCHEE — In the first of our series on businesses in the Wenatchee Valley that have been operating for more than 40 years, we profile American Shoe Shop, a family-rooted establishment that’s been …
NASON CREEK – Alpine Lakes High Camp has found new stewards in long-time friends Tom Shelstad and Travis Cowan, who are embracing the challenges and rewards of owning and maintaining a …
LEAVENWORTH – As environmental awareness grows across North Central Washington, a new wave of land stewardship is taking root in the upper valley. Local businesses such as Derby Canyon Natives, …
WENATCHEE — Just a few steps from the Apple Capital Recreation Loop Trail and less than a hundred yards from the parking lot you’d use to leave your car behind and take the 10-mile …
WENATCHEE - Liliana’s Fashion Boutique on South Wenatchee Avenue doesn’t just sell dresses, as the name might imply, as you drive by. What owner Joaquin Granados sells is hope. What form …
WENATCHEE - Tucked away in the bottom level of the Midtown Building at the corner of Wenatchee and Orondo Avenues is a business you may never have a reason to go into yourself. But if you do, …
WENATCHEE - Are you secretly a genius? In Wenatchee, there's a simple way to find out, almost any night of the week: A friendly game of trivia. In fact, many of the places you already go on both …
LEAVENWORTH – Alpenglö Living, a home and garden boutique that offers curated goods, workshops, and design services, opened its doors in downtown Leavenworth on Feb. 21. Alpenglö …
LEAVENWORTH – The Springs, an outdoor hydrotherapy experience in Leavenworth, officially opened on Feb. 4. The Springs offers 90-minute sessions for guests to rotate through a cedar sauna, …
LEAVENWORTH – As chains continue to dominate the grocery business, Dan’s Food Market has remained a preferred destination for locals and tourists alike. After 75 years, the market is …
CHELAN - When it came time for Brett La Mar to hand over the reins to his family business, Lake Chelan Building and Supply, he wanted a buyer who would embody his parents’ motto – where …
MANSON – Cameron Willoughby, a 2024 Manson High School grad, celebrated a major milestone in December when he was recognized for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Earning the Eagle …
LEAVENWORTH – A nine-foot tall goose made of snow has temporarily made its home in Leavenworth for as long as weather permits. The impressive snow creature sits off of Suncrest Drive, and …
PLAIN – Dirty Face Dog Mushing, a new dog sledding business near Lake Wenatchee, offers trail rides that combine outdoor adventure with an educational experience, welcoming guests of nearly all …
LEAVENWORTH – The newly opened Leavenworth Coffee and Waffles lives up to its name, serving locally roasted coffee and creative, one-of-a-kind waffles. Leavenworth Coffee and Waffles is …
CHELAN – The former hospital building in Chelan is being repurposed into a mixed-use business building called the Hub Center. Managed by Coldwell Banker Cascade, the property will provide …
LEAVENWORTH – Stitches ‘N’ Beads Loft, a new addition to downtown Leavenworth, offers handmade gifts and serves as a space for creativity and community connection. The shop is …
LEAVENWORTH - Since 2015, the Leavenworth Community Workspace has slowly fostered a community of local members while also catering to visitors. “Small town coworking spaces I think are …