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‘No Kings’ protest draws over 375 in Chelan

CHELAN. — More than 375 people gathered Saturday in Chelan for a “No Kings” rally organized by Chelan Valley Indivisible, marking the third round of coordinated protests held across the …

Chelan city clerks honored with state awards

CHELAN — Two members of Chelan’s city clerk team were recognized at the state level for their work in municipal government, with Mayor Erin McCardle highlighting their achievements during the …

WENATCHEE — Write On The River has announced the winners of its 18th annual Writers Competition, recognizing six writers in fiction and nonfiction. According to the organization, entries were …

Preparing for fire season: understanding evacuation levels and having a plan

LEAVENWORTH — When wildfire threatens a community, having a plan can make a critical difference in how quickly and safely people respond. With the potential for a long wildfire season this year, …

Fire officials encourage early home preparation ahead of wildfire season

LEAVENWORTH — As unseasonably warm winter conditions persist, local fire officials are encouraging residents to prepare themselves for another severe wildfire season, including taking steps to …

Leavenworth weighs infrastructure costs, AI policy and growth

LEAVENWORTH — Leavenworth City Council members on March 24 grappled with how to manage hundreds of millions of dollars in infrastructure needs, rising climate and wildfire risk and the ethical use …

Leavenworth joins nationwide ‘No Kings’ rallies with strong turnout

LEAVENWORTH — Several hundred people gathered in Leavenworth on Saturday, March 28, for a “No Kings” rally organized by Upper Valley Indivisible and NCW Channel Z, joining coordinated …

Port advances Trades District Phase 2, eyes lower costs

WENATCHEE — The Chelan-Douglas Regional Port Authority is beginning the next phase of development at the Trades District, with commissioners authorizing staff to seek design proposals for a second …

Reservoir, pipeline project in Malaga moves toward construction

MALAGA — The Chelan-Douglas Regional Port Authority is moving forward with a major water infrastructure project in Malaga, approving the first phase of construction tied to long-term industrial …

Malaga standoff continues as Smith clashes with Port over ILA signing

WENATCHEE — A brief but pointed exchange at the Chelan-Douglas Regional Port Authority meeting on March 24 underscored the continuing stalemate between the Port and Chelan County over a proposed …

Steele bill on shared business spaces signed into law with bipartisan support

CHELAN — A bill sponsored by state Rep. Mike Steele, R-Chelan, aimed at updating Washington’s liquor licensing rules for shared business spaces has been signed into law, following unanimous, …

Burnett appointed to national public safety policy panel

WENATCHEE — State Rep. Brian Burnett, R-Wenatchee, has been appointed to the Law and Public Safety Committee of the National Conference of State Legislatures, a national panel focused on public …

Shots fired at vehicle reported near Bridgeport Bar

BRIDGEPORT — Authorities are investigating a reported weapons violation after shots were fired at a vehicle Tuesday evening near Bridgeport Bar. Douglas County deputies were dispatched at …

Retail giants Amazon and Walmart are collectively facing over a million dollars in environmental fines from Washington state’s Department of Ecology for selling coolant products that contain potent …

Lake Chelan Chamber to host job fair

CHELAN — The Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce will host a job fair April 17 from 3 to 7 p.m. at its office in Chelan. The event, scheduled at 216 E. Woodin Ave., is open to job seekers of all …

Confluence Health provider named Rural PA of the Year

WENATCHEE — Niekol Hall, an advanced practice provider core medical director and physician assistant with Confluence Health, has been named Rural Physician Assistant of the Year by the Washington …

Man arrested on burglary, stalking charges in Cashmere

CASHMERE — A 44-year-old East Wenatchee man was arrested following a reported domestic disturbance early March 21 in the Nahahum Canyon area, according to the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office. …

Holiday light show helps Cashmere students earn service hours

WENATCHEE — What started as a holiday light show has quietly become something more for Cashmere students: a place to meet a graduation requirement on their own schedule. During a presentation …

Cashmere surpluses former library site, eyes redevelopment

CASHMERE — Cashmere City Council members took a first formal step toward redeveloping city-owned property March 23, voting to declare the former library site surplus while opening a broader …

Cashmere considers tax measure as public safety costs rise

CASHMERE — When Cashmere voters are eventually asked to weigh in on a potential property tax increase, the question may not just be how much, but whether the city has clearly explained why. …

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