LEAVENWORTH – Stevens Pass announced that it will open on Nov. 29 for the 2024-2025 winter season, a week earlier than anticipated. The mountain initially planned to open on Dec. 6, but …

CHELAN – The city’s animal control agreement with Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (WVHS) and a proposed draft funding agreement with the Chelan Valley Feral Cat Project were among the …

CHELAN – For nearly two decades, the Chelan High School Concert Band has brought the sounds of the season to Downtown Chelan with their festive Christmas caroling. This year, the band is …

MANSON — The Manson Library has been awarded a $1,000 grant from the Confluence Health and Wenatchee Valley Medical Group (WVMG) Community Partnership Fund. The grant, part of the …

MANSON – Manson Veteran Darren Perri was honored for his service with a Quilt of Valor in a recent ceremony at Radiance Winery in Manson. Gail Shaw from the foundation’s Lake Chelan …

CHELAN — The Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce announced its signature winter festival will return in 2025 with two distinct weekends of programming, each featuring unique themes in …

WENATCHEE -- Schools across North Central Washington are joining a nationwide initiative to promote computer science education through interactive events and community partnerships this December. …

WENATCHEE — The Chelan Public Utility District Board of Commissioners has approved a two-year extension of rate increases following three months of discussion. The commission voted …

MANSON –  A new approach to crop management is taking root in Central Washington as AgHawk Dynamics brings drone technology to local farms, vineyards, and orchards.  AgHawk was …

LEAVENWORTH - Leavenworth’s 10th Annual Turkey Trot, affectionately known as the Fowl Play 5k, will take place on Thanksgiving morning, November 28th, to bring the community together for a …

LEAVENWORTH – Cascade School District (CSD) is considering implementing a district wide policy regarding restricting phone use in schools. Currently, cellphones are allowed in school for …

LEAVENWORTH – Chelan County Fire District #3 (CCFD #3) Fire Chief Kelly O’Brien celebrated his retirement from 36 years of service on Nov. 21.  “I'm just appreciative of …

OLYMPIA - With overcrowding at Washington’s two juvenile detention centers, the Department of Children, Youth and Families is asking state lawmakers for money to open a new facility.  …

WENATCHEE — Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort will open for the 2024-25 winter season on Saturday, November 23, marking its 12th pre-Thanksgiving opening in 13 years. The resort will …

WENATCHEE — The North Central Education Foundation (NCEF) has received a contribution from Wheatland Bank to support its Teacher Classroom Grant Program, expanding its network of community …

WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center honored its volunteers during an appreciation dinner that highlighted the essential role they play in the institution's daily …

OLYMPIA – Cloves and cinnamon spice aren’t the only seasonal ingredients necessary for a holiday weekend. People headed everywhere from Friday Harbor to Walla Walla for Thanksgiving will …

CASHMERE — Law enforcement officials acted swiftly Tuesday to apprehend a former student who allegedly made threats of violence against the Cashmere School District, authorities said. The …

WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center is preparing to usher in the holiday season with a series of festive events spanning from late November through mid-December, …

WENATCHEE — A free transportation service for winter sports enthusiasts heading to Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort will launch on November 23, coinciding with the resort's opening day for …