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Heat advisory issued as temperatures rise this week

CHELAN COUNTY — A region-wide heat advisory is in effect for Tuesday, July 21, through Wednesday, July 22, as temperatures across central Washington are expected to reach triple digits. …

LEAVENWORTH — A local civic group Upper Valley Indivisible will be hosting a picnic in the park with some local candidates on July 27. The picnic aims to offer an opportunity to meet some of …

Body of missing Lake Chelan swimmer recovered after nearly two-week search

CHELAN — The body of a man who disappeared while swimming in Lake Chelan on the Fourth of July has been recovered after a nearly two-week search that brought together specialized equipment and …

Body believed to be Coulee City man recovered from steep terrain near Orondo

ORONDO — A search for a Coulee City man who had been missing since July 5 ended Thursday when search crews recovered human remains from steep terrain near Orondo that are believed to be his. …

Chelan seeks FEMA aid for flood debris cleanup

CHELAN — The logs and woody debris that have piled up along Chelan's beaches and parks since spring could eventually qualify for federal disaster reimbursement, as city officials seek FEMA …

LEAVENWORTH – The Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce’s annual Carving for Causes fundraiser is now accepting bids in an online silent auction featuring handcrafted chainsaw carvings. Bidding will …

Chelan reviews trail project, speed limit changes

CHELAN — Washington State Department of Transportation plans to extend a multi-use trail along Highway 97A from Lakeside Park to just beyond Pat & Mike's, connecting the city's Lakeside Trail …

Port approves $3.4 million investment to prepare former Rosemount building for Emerson

EAST WENATCHEE — The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority formally established a $3.42 million project budget Tuesday for tenant improvements at the former Rosemount Specialty Products building, …

AlpenGlow returns to celebrate founder’s legacy

LEAVENWORTH — AlpenGlow, a DJ-driven dance party for a cause, has always been an experience dedicated to pure celebration, bringing together community, music and movement.  On July 24, it …

Pilot injured after autogyro crashes at Cashmere Airport

CASHMERE — A 69-year-old Leavenworth man was injured Thursday morning after the autogyro he was piloting veered off the runway and crashed into a hangar at Cashmere-Dryden Airport, which is …

OKANOGAN-WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST — A lightning storm traveling over Central Washington this week has ignited multiple fires in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.  The U.S. Forest …

Aug. 4 election ballots hit mailboxes

CHELAN COUNTY — Ballots for the Aug. 4 Primary Election have been mailed, says Chelan County Auditor Brandt Cappell. This year's primary features federal, legislative, judicial and county …

WENATCHEE —  With continuing hot, dry weather, and worsening fire danger conditions, the U.S. Forest Service is expanding campfire restriction across the entire Okanogan-Wenatchee National …

Cashmere mayor wants locals to get first chance at former library building

CASHMERE — As the City of Cashmere prepares to sell its former library building, Mayor Jim Fletcher said he wants local entrepreneurs to have the first opportunity to consider the property before …

Cashmere council sends public safety levy to November ballot after supportive hearing

CASHMERE — A public hearing on a proposed property tax increase to fund police and jail services drew only a handful of speakers Monday night, and while they raised questions about rising property …

Joshua Willey joins Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center board

WENATCHEE — Joshua Willey has joined the board of directors for the Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center, bringing experience in regional planning and a lifelong connection to the Wenatchee …

MANSON — The American Legion and the Manson Community Council installed the first of six Purple Heart Community signs in Manson, marking a new effort to recognize Purple Heart recipients throughout …

Leavenworth says farewell to Front Street Park’s beloved spruce

LEAVENWORTH — The City of Leavenworth said farewell to two of Front Street Park's iconic spruce trees on July 15. According to city officials, a recent arborist inspection confirmed that the …

LEAVENWORTH —  The nonprofit organization Alatheia Center is partnering with Silvara Cellars to host an inaugural fundraiser, the Mane Event, on July 25. Alatheia Center for …

Leavenworth adopts new parks plan

LEAVENWORTH — The Leavenworth City Council adopted a new Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan following a public hearing on July 14. The PROS Plan serves as the city’s guide for the …

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