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Fire District #6 seeks first major tax increase in its 70 year history

DRYDEN — Chelan County Fire District #6 (CCFD #6) is asking voters to approve a levy rate of $1.40 per $1,000 of assessed valuation in the Aug. 5 special election. CCFD #6 has not had a …

A legacy of connection: Manson Librarian Cindy Simmons retires after 27 years

MANSON - After nearly three decades of story times, book clubs, and community-building, Manson Public Library’s longtime librarian Cindy Simmons officially retired at the end of May. Her …

Local golfers shine at 2025 Apple Cup Charity Tournament in Chelan

CHELAN — The 2025 Apple Cup Charity Golf Tournament brought together 42 teams for two days of competitive golf and community fundraising July 19–20 at the Chelan Golf Course. Teams …

Fresh Meals and Deals brings homemade comfort to Manson

MANSON — A new restaurant on Hale Street is offering more than just a good meal—it’s offering a family-friendly space with a focus on freshness, affordability, and community. …

PORTLAND, Ore. — With the Pacific Northwest entering the peak of wildfire season, state and federal officials are urging the public to take extra precautions when using vehicles and equipment …

WENATCHEE — The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is seeking public comment on a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) aimed at reducing the risk of disease transmission between domestic …

City of Leavenworth backs Amtrak funding, accepts annexation process

LEAVENWORTH — During the July 22 meeting, Leavenworth City Council voiced support for Amtrak’s Empire Builder and reviewed an annexation request for an undeveloped property just north of …

Gibbs Organic Farm celebrates 50 years of growing

LEAVENWORTH — This year, Gibbs Organic Farm is celebrating 50 years of providing healthy vegetables, meat and eggs to the community. Grant Gibbs and co-founder (and then-wife) Chris Rader …

Search for Travis Decker scaled back, criminal investigation continues

CHELAN COUNTY — After nearly two months of looking for triple homicide suspect Travis Decker, authorities say they are reducing their search footprint. Decker is wanted on three counts of …

Wenatchee City Council authorizes terms for opioid settlement against drug makers

WENATCHEE — Brad Posenjak, Wenatchee’s city finance director, appeared before the City Council on July 24 to secure authorization to sign further opioid settlement agreements. Since 2022, …

WVC Foundation tapped as beneficiary for August 'Do Good Drink Beer' event

WENATCHEE — Do you need an especially good excuse to go have a beer down by the waterfront in a beautiful, air-conditioned setting? Now’s your chance. In perhaps the most ironic …

WVFD presents plaque in honor of Division Chief Ron Roy for 50 years of service

WENATCHEE — Wenatchee Valley Fire Department (WVFD) Chief Brian Brett appeared before the Wenatchee City Council on July 24 with a memorial plaque that the WVFD would like to place inside the …

Humane Society Executive Director delivers midyear status update to Wenatchee City Council

WENATCHEE — BJ Andersen, the new Executive Director at the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (WHVS), has been hard at work this year. Not only has she had to take over leadership at an …

SWAT team activated after East Wenatchee arrest turns into deadly threat

EAST WENATCHEE — On July 24, at approximately 8:30 p.m., East Wenatchee Police responded to a domestic disturbance in which an adult male was threatening family members with a knife. Upon …

Upper Valley MEND breaks ground on affordable housing project

LEAVENWORTH — Upper Valley MEND broke ground on a new duplex that will provide two more affordable homeownership opportunities in Leavenworth. The nonprofit celebrated the milestone at the …

Seventeen Purple Heart recipients to be honored at Wenatchee ceremony

WENATCHEE — Seventeen local veterans who were wounded or killed in combat will be honored during the second annual Purple Heart ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 7, at the Wenatchee Veterans Hall. …

OLYMPIA — The Washington Department of Ecology is seeking public comment on proposed regulations that would guide a new statewide battery recycling program, mandated under a 2023 law requiring …

Wenatchee’s new Junior City Council seeks student applications

WENATCHEE — The City of Wenatchee is soliciting applications from local high school students (grades 9-12) for the newly established Junior City Council. This program, created by the Wenatchee …

Hot August Nights return with hilarious ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ at the PAC

WENATCHEE — Every year, the theater mavens who make the Numerica Performing Arts Center the entertainment go-to in Wenatchee seem to outdo themselves with another spectacular show. This …

Dam Car Show promises custom rides, family fun and a view

WENATCHEE — Rocky Reach Dam will be generating more than hydropower on August 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Juan Hernandez and North West Fam Car & Truck Club are holding the second annual Dam …

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