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East Wenatchee man arrested after highway shooting incident

LEAVENWORTH — A 32-year-old East Wenatchee man was arrested Wednesday after allegedly pointing a handgun at another driver and firing several shots from his vehicle on Highway 2, authorities …

Chelan County commissioners to hold 2025 budget hearing

WENATCHEE — Chelan County commissioners will consider a $61 million spending plan for 2025 at a public hearing next week, with projected expenditures driven largely by increases in salary and …

Weather service warns of slick roads, mountain snow

WENATCHEE — A complex winter weather system is expected to bring challenging travel conditions to North Central Washington this weekend, with forecasters warning of a wintry mix including …

Chelan PUD names three new senior leaders to management team

WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District has announced three new senior management appointments, naming leaders for operations, energy resources, and financial oversight. Dan Koch …

Costs remain high for WA affordable housing projects

OLYMPIA - Many affordable housing projects in Washington are funded in part by the state’s Housing Trust Fund.  A new report from the Department of Commerce looked at the cost of …

Night skiing returns early to Mission Ridge

WENATCHEE — Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort will launch its night skiing season earlier than usual, offering evening operations on December 20 and 21, resort officials announced Monday. …

WENATCHEE — Acclaimed Indigenous photographer and social documentarian Matika Wilbur will headline the Native American Classic at Wenatchee Valley College on December 7, joining a lineup that …

EAST WENATCHEE — The Douglas County Sheriff's Office received accreditation from the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC) on November 19. The certification follows …

Freezing rain threatens North Central Washington through weekend

WENATCHEE — The National Weather Service in Spokane is warning residents across North Central Washington of hazardous winter weather conditions expected to persist through the weekend, with the …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District unveiled its comprehensive 50-year strategic vision on Tuesday, introducing a new mission statement and long-term objectives for the public …

Fees that pay for WA homelessness programs running short

OLYMPIA - State funds that pay for homelessness services in Washington are running low, and the Legislature may need to find extra money to avoid program cuts.  The Department of Commerce …

WA Gov. Inslee orders hiring and travel freeze for state agencies

OLYMPIA - With the state facing a multi-billion dollar budget gap , Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has ordered state agencies to freeze “most non-discretionary and non-essential” hiring, …

Felines get a second chance at Animal Foster Care

OKANOGAN—Tucked away in a draw southwest of Okanogan is a little building that is making a big difference in the lives of felines who have fallen on hard times. The Okanogan County Animal …

RICHLAND — Gesa Credit Union announced it is accepting applications for its 2025-2026 scholarship program, offering more than $100,000 in educational funding to support local students. The …

State Parks seeks applications for Winter Recreation Advisory committees

OLYMPIA —  The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is seeking applications from winter sports enthusiasts for the agency’s snowmobile and non-motorized advisory …

Pateros Transportation Benefit District completes sixth year

PATEROS – The Transportation Benefit District (TBD) that the city council approved by ordinance in 2018, and the voters approved on the August 2021 ballot has just celebrated its sixth year in …

Santa, Mrs. Claus bring holiday magic to Legion Park tree lighting

Santa and Mrs. Claus listen to Christmas wishes during the tree lighting celebration in Legion Park on Saturday, Nov. 30. Guests were treated to hot chocolate and candy canes as they awaited the …

“All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914” returns to Music Theater of Wenatchee

WENATCHEE – “All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914” will return to the Music Theater of Wenatchee this December. The musical tells the true story of soldiers laying down their …

First bills drop ahead of WA’s 2025 legislative session

OLYMPIA - Washington lawmakers have begun teeing up legislation ahead of the 2025 session. Monday marked the first day they could pre-file bills. Legislators will have 105 days to push their …

Giving Tree brings holiday joy to assisted living residents

CHELAN – The annual Heritage Heights Giving Tree is up early this year and ready for shoppers at Whaley’s General Store in Chelan.  The Heritage Heights Giving Tree program at …

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