LEAVENWORTH - Cascade School District (CSD) has become the first school district to receive the "Soil Friendly School District" designation from Winton Manufacturing Compost Works, following the …

OLYMPIA - Gov. Jay Inslee entered office a dozen years ago vowing to not raise taxes as Washington emerged from a devastating recession during which state programs and services were slashed to make …

WENATCHEE — The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for north-central Washington as a weather system threatens to bring a mix of snow and freezing rain to the region …

CASHMERE- Following up the annual Cashmere High School holiday concert is the very first Cashmere Idol event, hosted by the CHS choir program. Taking place the Wednesday before students are released …

WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee Confluence Rotary Club is exploring the launch of a new evening satellite club to expand its community service presence in the region. The first "Confluence Rotary at Night" …

WENATCHEE — A 19-year-old Kent man was arrested Monday morning following a vehicle pursuit and crash on Blewett Pass in Chelan County, authorities said. Washington State Patrol troopers …

OLYMPIA - It’s confusing, it’s convoluted, and it’s your taxpayer dollars. It’s budget season in Olympia.  Over the next few months, legislators will go over the …

OLYMPIA - Washington state’s budget is, to put it nicely, in a world of hurt. There’s a big gap between what the state is collecting in taxes and what it needs to pay for its …

CASHMERE – Faced with dwindling leadership and mounting challenges, Cashmere’s business leaders gathered on Dec. 11 to explore the future of the Cashmere Chamber of Commerce and its role …

CASHMERE- The number two will take on special meaning this basketball season at Cashmere High School, as players don jerseys bearing patches honoring former standout Noah Phillips, who passed away in …

OKANOGAN – Countless public hearings on a variety of topics held around the county frequently starve for participation. Likewise, many public surveys distributed to stimulate citizen feedback …

CHELAN – Almost five months after the total loss of its recycling facility to fire on July 24, the city council took a step toward rebuilding during its regular bimonthly meeting on Tuesday, …

WENATCHEE — The annual Celtic holiday concert series "Christmas in Washington" is set to return to the Wenatchee Valley Convention Center on December 22 at 7 p.m., featuring electric violin …

LEAVENWORTH - In an era where global aid organizations often dictate the solutions for struggling communities, a decentralized non-governmental organization is challenging the norm by empowering …

LEAVENWORTH – Social Walking Program in the Festhalle will return on Jan. 6, offering a welcoming indoor space for locals to stay active throughout the winter, no matter the weather. From …

LEAVENWORTH — The City of Leavenworth is seeking applicants for an open position on its Planning Commission, following the departure of commissioner Janessa Ruckle. The vacancy is for …

LEAVENWORTH – During its final meeting of 2024, the Leavenworth City Council approved several measures designed to enhance the downtown corridor and streamline the project permit application …

BREWSTER – The city is attempting the equivalent of winning a championship game with a last second score from the far corner of the court. It has applied for a one-time $20 million …

BRIDGEPORT – The city Planning Commission revisited additional work on its Community Engagement Plan during its regular meeting last Thursday, Dec. 5. “We are doing this project …

CHELAN - The Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce warned Friday morning that a false email is being circulated about the chamber’s Winterfest email list. The email offers “an exclusive …