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OLYMPIA - House Bill 2257, sponsored by 12th District Rep. Keith Goehner to create the Backcountry Search and Rescue Account, passed the state House of Representatives unanimously on Tuesday.

Chelan County launches short-term rental monitoring system

WENATCHEE - Chelan County has launched a 24-hour monitoring system for short-term rentals, contracting with Deckard Technologies, a San Diego-based company specializing in real estate data analytics …

CSD Board reviews building conditions, discusses member appointments

LEAVENWORTH – Cascade School Board reviewed the results of the annual building conditions study and discussed member appointments at its bi-monthly meeting on Feb. 12.  The Board …

OLYMPIA – JC Baldwin, a Chelan County resident, was unanimously confirmed by the Washington State Senate to serve on the Washington State Transportation Commission on Feb. 12. The …

Chumstick Grange passes two major feasibility assessments

LEAVENWORTH – This winter, the Greater Leavenworth Museum has made huge strides in its mission to expand its space into the Chumstick Grange, allowing it more exhibit options and saving a …

LEAVENWORTH – The City of Leavenworth held a public hearing before the Leavenworth Hearing Examiner to review three land use applications on Feb. 9. Two of the applicants were seeking …

If it’s broke, fix it – Waste Loop will show you how

LEAVENWORTH – Don’t throw away that broken blender or those torn jeans just yet. Waste Loop might be able to help. The nonprofit is bringing back Repair Cafes starting at the end of the …

Leavenworth Mayor advocates for housing and tourism in Olympia

OLYMPIA — In a visit to the state capital, Leavenworth Mayor Carl Florea met with Sen. Brad Hawkins to address the city's critical issues, including affordable housing, tourism, and capital …

Explosive morning: WSDOT destroys car-sized boulder in Tumwater Canyon

LEAVENWORTH – On the morning of Feb. 6, Washington State Department of Transportation’s (WSDOT) avalanche control supervisor employed a controlled explosion in Tumwater Canyon, shattering …

Annual PIT count uncovers increased unsheltered homelessness

WENATCHEE – The latest Homeless Point in Time Count reveals a shift in homelessness trends in Chelan and Douglas counties. The count, conducted on Jan. 25, shows a 16.5% rise in the unsheltered …

WENATCHEE - Chelan County is currently seeking public feedback for the 2024 update of the Recreation Element of the Chelan County Comprehensive Plan, a process conducted every seven years. This …

Community Foundation Announces New Legacy Funds Grant Program

WENATCHEE - The Community Foundation of NCW is pleased to announce a new Legacy Fund Grant program that will focus on place-based, community-centered grant distribution to charitable organizations …

Community gathers to discuss potential park at Peshastin Mill Site

PESHASTIN – Peshastin residents gave their input for a new community park during a workshop on Jan. 30. The meeting was hosted by the Peshastin Community Council, Chelan County Department of …

WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee Valley Erratics Chapter of the Ice Age Floods Institute will host a meeting on Tuesday, February 13, at 7:00 PM at the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, located …

WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee Area Genealogical Society invites the public to a special hybrid meeting on Monday, February 12, at 2:00 p.m., featuring a presentation by Mary Horabik, an esteemed educator …

2024 Writers competition now open

WENATCHEE - The 2024 Writers Competition is now accepting submissions. Established in 2007, the competition has recognized over eighty regional authors with awards of $300, $200, and $100 for their …

In the heart of downtown Leavenworth, new shop owners create a respite from the crowds

The shops on the downstairs floor of 217 9th Street in downtown Leavenworth are not an easy find for the untrained eye. For new shop owners Sara Jones and Desiree Stein , that’s preferred. …

LEAVENWORTH – The City Council discussed planning commission priorities, winter parking fines, committee appointments, and more at its meeting on Jan. 23.  The City Council and …

Chelan PUD Commissioners consider rate options in Peshastin Water District acquisition

PESHASTIN – Chelan PUD Commissioners received updates and public comments regarding the Peshastin Water District (PWD) acquisition at the commission meeting on Jan. 22. Since the community …

LEAVENWORTH - Northwest Public Broadcasting (NWPB) and Sleeping Lady Foundation recently announced a significant in-kind gift and grant to NWPB. The gift includes the FCC license for KOHO 101.1 …

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