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Serve Wenatchee opens registration for back-to-school clothing event

WENATCHEE — Families who need help purchasing back-to-school clothing for their children can now register for Serve Wenatchee's annual Clothes for the Classroom event, scheduled for Aug. 8 at …

Chelan County seeks Board of Equalization members

CHELAN COUNTY — The Chelan County Board of Equalization (BOE) is seeking two new board members to fill three-year terms. The board is responsible for hearing appeals of assessment values determined …

Chelan PUD closes books on Service Center project

WENATCHEE — Chelan County PUD commissioners approved a $1.5 million increase Monday to close out the district's Service Center project, resolving the final construction claims on one of the largest …

PUD adds $3.2 million to Leavenworth substation project

LEAVENWORTH — Seven months after a winter storm exposed a critical weakness in the Upper Valley's electrical system, Chelan County PUD commissioners approved a $3.2 million budget increase on July …

Chelan considers barrier-free outdoor alcohol service

CHELAN — Downtown Chelan restaurants and wineries could soon test a less restrictive way to serve alcohol outdoors under a proposed six-month pilot program that would replace mandatory railings …

Chelan weighs pay-per-use jail contract

CHELAN — Chelan could soon begin paying for jail services based on the number of inmates it houses each month rather than a fixed annual average under a proposed one-year contract aimed at better …

Chelan pursues grant to diversify local economy

CHELAN — The City of Chelan is seeking state grant funding to help chart a more diverse economic future, with a proposed five-year strategy aimed at reducing the community's reliance on tourism and …

Wildflour offers a quiet taste of the Northwest

PLAIN – While downtown Leavenworth draws visitors with crowded sidewalks and Bavarian charm, Wildflour offers a different kind of destination. About 20 minutes away, in Kahler Glen, the restaurant …

The Port built the Trades District. The community built the next phase

EAST WENATCHEE — ALSC Architects arrived at the Confluence Technology Center on July 14, prepared to discuss buildings. Instead, commissioners spent the first hour of the Chelan Douglas …

Behind Leavenworth's iconic summer blooms

LEAVENWORTH – Every spring, as the snow retreats from the mountains and visitors begin filling Front Street, another familiar sign of the season appears overhead. Hundreds of vibrant hanging flower …

Bear activity sparks calls for stronger action

LEAVENWORTH — Black bears are becoming increasingly active around the City of Leavenworth, according to Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), largely due to human-provided …

Cascade High School graduate honored with WASA Student Leadership Award

LEAVENWORTH — Cascade High School graduate Adilene Castaneda-Rodriguez has been recognized for her leadership by the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA). Cascade School …

PLAIN —  Becky McMillian has been selected to fill the remaining vacant seat on the Lake Wenatchee Fire and Rescue (LWFR) Board of Fire Commissioners. McMillian will fill the vacancy …

Response escalates for growing Little Giant Fire

OKANOGAN-WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST — The Little Giant Fire will mark the first large fire for the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest this year, reaching an estimated 245 acres as of July 21. …

Public invited to help shape Lookout Natural Area's future

WENATCHEE — The Chelan-Douglas Land Trust and the City of Wenatchee have launched the final phase of a fundraising campaign for Lookout Natural Area while inviting residents to help shape how the …

Confluence Health earns national honors for stroke, cardiac care

WENATCHEE — Confluence Health has earned multiple national quality awards from the American Heart Association recognizing its performance in stroke treatment, resuscitation and cardiovascular care. …

Wenatchee sophomore selected for national medical leadership program

WENATCHEE — After logging more than 300 hours of clinical experience as a freshman and earning recognition in state and national sports medicine competitions, Wenatchee High School student Bella …

CHELAN COUNTY — Over the past several years, a commitment to honor local Purple Heart recipients has gained momentum throughout the region, with a growing number of Purple Heart Communities and an …

Downtown Wenatchee Summer Sidewalk Sale returns Aug. 7-8

WENATCHEE — Bargain hunters and supporters of local businesses will have two days to explore downtown Wenatchee during the annual Summer Sidewalk Sale, returning Friday, Aug. 7, and Saturday, Aug. …

CVCH health fair helps families gear up for the school year

EAST WENATCHEE — As families prepare for the start of another school year, Columbia Valley Community Health will once again offer free school supplies, community resources and other services during …

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