WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Bighorns basketball organization announced plans to distribute 100 free turkey vouchers to community members as part of its #CommunityFirst initiative. The …

OLYMPIA — Washington state's economy shed 35,900 jobs in October, primarily due to a major strike by Boeing machinists, while the unemployment rate slightly decreased to 4.7%, state officials …

EAST WENATCHEE — Amazon has opened a new delivery station in the Wenatchee area, expanding the e-commerce company's logistics network in North Central Washington. The facility, designated …

WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (WVHS) will host its second annual Santa Paws 2K/5K run/walk on Saturday, December 14, along the Apple Capital Loop Trail to raise funds for pets …

Washington State Standard OLYMPIA - Supporters and opponents of a proposal to slash public defender caseloads in Washington made their closing arguments to the state Supreme Court on Wednesday. …

METHOW VALLEY — A month-long fundraising campaign in the Methow Valley has raised $929,372 for local nonprofits, setting a new record for the annual Give Methow initiative. The Community …

LEAVENWORTH — Cascade Medical Foundation has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Confluence Health and Wenatchee Valley Medical Group Community Partnership Fund. The grant, jointly …

MANSON — The Manson American Legion Post 108 conducted a flag dedication ceremony at North Shore Bible Church on Veterans Day, marking the inaugural raising of the American flag on the church's …

Washington state courts’ computer systems have been down for nearly two weeks, disrupting the operation of local courts and preventing the completion of thousands of firearm sales. The …

EAST WENATCHEE — The East Wenatchee Police Department has become what officials believe is the first law enforcement agency in the nation to deploy a hydrogen-powered police vehicle, following …

WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce has appointed Samantha Louderback of SL Public Affairs as its new lobbyist, replacing retiring advocate Bruce Beckett. Louderback will …

PLAIN -- The Plain Valley Nordic Team (PVNT) raised $36,517.56 at their annual fundraiser on November 3 at Wildflour Restaurant, combining both online and live fundraising efforts. The …

WENATCHEE — The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has begun issuing Christmas tree cutting permits for the 2024 holiday season through three purchase options. The U.S. Forest Service …

CASHMERE—Cashmere High School showed its dedication to its students last Wednesday night (Nov. 6) when it held its annual scholarship night. It was a time for seniors to learn more about …

TONASKET – Military veterans are in the spotlight in recognition of Veterans Day, Nov. 11, as more than a dozen have been honored at Quilts of Valor ceremonies leading up to and including …

CHELAN — Chelan Valley Hope is looking for volunteers to help staff a new cold-weather warming station this winter, which will provide safe shelter for those exposed to extreme …

CASHMERE – Local veterans and active duty service members were celebrated and honored by Cashmere students on Nov. 8. “It was awesome. I really appreciate the school and the …

CHELAN –  Book Buddies, a program led by the Lake Chelan Rotary Club, has been awarded a grant from the Confluence Health and Wenatchee Valley Medical Group Community Partnership Fund at …

CHELAN – Not even a fire can keep Apple Cup Cafe from hosting their 27th annual Free Thanksgiving Dinner. The dinner will be at the Lake Chelan Community Center, 103 Bighorn Way, Chelan, …

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is alerting residents to a significant increase in reported cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough. As of November 2, …