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12 Tribes Casino donation supports student reading initiative

CHELAN — A local reading program for elementary school students received a $1,000 donation from tribal gaming to support youth literacy in North Central Washington. The Lake Chelan Rotary …

LEAVENWORTH — Upper Valley Empty Bowls (UVEB) has announced seven recipients for its 2025 Art Grant program, continuing a 28-year tradition of supporting youth arts education in the Cascade …

The Springs opens with cold plunge, hot pools, and sauna

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, …

Cascade School District eases tax rate with bond refinancing amid levy renewal requests

LEAVENWORTH – Cascade School District (CSD) successfully refinanced their outstanding 2015 bonds through a public sale of Unlimited Tax General Obligation Refunding Bonds, 2025, on Feb. 4, …

Leavenworth Community Engagement Night draws crowds to Festhalle

LEAVENWORTH - The Festhalle was abuzz with activity on the evening of Tuesday, February 4, as the City hosted its Community Engagement Night, an open house event to present information to residents …

Bruce Williams steps down from Cascade Medical, Chelan-Douglas Land Trust boards

LEAVENWORTH – After 12 years of service, Cascade Medical Board of Commissioners President and Chelan-Douglas Land Trust (CDLT) Board of Directors member Bruce Williams is stepping down. …

P.E.O. chapter offers scholarships for women returning to college in NCW

LEAVENWORTH — P.E.O. Chapter JF of Leavenworth is now accepting applications for a scholarship program designed to assist women returning to higher education. The scholarship targets women …

Cascadia Conservation District sets February board meeting

WENATCHEE — The Cascadia Conservation District announced its upcoming Regular Board meeting will offer both in-person and remote attendance options for February 21. The meeting is …

Mission Ridge Ski Resort names new general manager

WENATCHEE — Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort announced Wednesday the appointment of Matt Neubauer as its new General Manager, replacing Josh Jorgensen, who served in the role for 13 years. …

Community Foundation opens Okanogan Valley Fund grant cycle

OKANOGAN — The Community Foundation of North Central Washington has opened applications for its 2025 Okanogan Valley Fund grant cycle, which provides financial support to nonprofits serving …

Noxious Weed Control adds new intruders to state list

OKANOGAN – Not all new residents to Washington State, in general, and Okanogan County, in particular, are welcome. A case in point are noxious weeds that pose a continuous threat to and compete …

Okanogan County Commissioners address revised flood plain ordinance draft

OKANOGAN – The Okanogan County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) got their first look at the new draft of the county’s revised Flood Plain Management Ordinance at their Jan. 27 …

Cashmere student earns spot on University of Nebraska-Lincoln Deans' list

LINCOLN, Neb. - University of Nebraska-Lincoln officials announced that Kimmy Dodson of Cashmere has earned placement on the Deans' List for the fall semester of the 2024-25 academic year. …

Cashmere Planning Commission begins work on 2026 comprehensive plan

CASHMERE - The Cashmere Planning Commission received a detailed briefing on February 3 regarding the development of a new Comprehensive Plan, with special emphasis on climate resiliency requirements …

Why a WA lawmaker wants to collect data on cow farts and burps

OLYMPIA - The latest beef in Olympia? Cow burps, farts, and poops. Washington lawmakers are considering a bill that seeks to gather better data on the scale and scope of methane emissions released by …

African drumming events set for WVC campuses

WENATCHEE — Wenatchee Valley College will host African drumming performances and workshops at its campuses this month as part of Black History Month celebrations, featuring ethnomusicologist …

Link Transit adding airport route, expands East Wenatchee service

WENATCHEE — Link Transit is introducing expanded bus service in East Wenatchee, including a new route to Pangborn Airport, adding to public transportation options in the region. The …

Mountain Meadows earns national customer experience award

LEAVENWORTH — Mountain Meadows, a senior living facility in Leavenworth, has been awarded the 2025 Customer Experience Award from Activated Insights for excellence in senior care services …

From Columbia Market to Dan’s Food Market: Celebrating 75 years of service

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 …

Ballmer Group awards $20 million in funding for Washington’s YMCA youth programs

WENATCHEE - Washington State Alliance of YMCAs was the recipient of a three-year contribution of over $20 million from the Seattle-based Ballmer Group.  The Ballmer Group, founded by …

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