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Jack McMillan married Sharon Wallace on November 25, 1961.
They were married in Ephrata at the Presbyterian Church. They celebrated their anniversary on Thanksgiving Day.
They have lived in Ephrata, Glendale, California; Brewster, Leavenworth, Yakima, and recently returned to Ephrata to their...
A Leavenworth Village Voices’ (LVV) Christmas concert must top your itinerary this Christmas season, whether you are a long-time local or visiting Leavenworth for that quintessential Christmas experience. The 2021 concert series is even more meaningful after the cancellations of live performances...
It’s that time of year! Time for giving thanks for what you have and helping those less fortunate. The Community Foundation of North Central Washington makes this fun and easy through Give NCW – our online crowdfunding campaign where you can support dozens of nonprofits throughout North Central...
Frazier Strutzel is typing away on his keyboard in the middle of the night. All of a sudden, it feels as if a warm hand is tenderly placed on his shoulder. He smiles knowing that his grandmother is watching him give her story life once again.
"I wanted to tell her story," Strutzel said. "She...
Photo courtesy of Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center Steamboat Pringle wrecked in Entiat Rapids
Wenatchee-based storyteller and historian Rod Molzahn presents his new book "What They Found." His new book chronicles the North Central Washington region, spanning from the first discovery of people 13,000 years to the beginning of the 20th century.
Rod Molzahn has lived in the area for over 50...
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Ten local businesses have proven to be leaders of hope by donating $3446 to Cascade Medical through Cascade Medical Foundation’s Think Pink campaign. Think Pink funds are earmarked for free mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women in celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness...
Submitted Photo In 2019, 150 runners and walkers (and a few dogs) began their Thanksgiving with the Fowl Play 5k.
Turkey Trots abound throughout the country, and Leavenworth has its very own special pre-feasting event on Thanksgiving, the Fowl Play 5k. This family-friendly race/ fun run is in its 7th year, and serves as a fundraiser for the Cascade High School tennis team, and also for UV MEND this year....
The first weekend in October, a Chott sibling reunion happened that was 15+ years in the making. All children of Vince and Daphne Chott, now both deceased, all gathered at Brad and Laurie’s beautiful home in Leavenworth. Ron and Judy Chott, Beaverton OR, Mary B. Chott, Leavenworth WA, John and...
Humane Society and Augustedge staffers pictured from left: Renee Parkins, Shannon Gahimer, Star Montgomery, Beth Beebe, Thea Cooper (with puppy), Anel Ramirez, Spencer Brown, and JBe Marketing namesake, Jennifer Bushong. Additional Christmas tree gifts to the Humane Society were provided by PetSmart and Kuranda Sheltor bed. Several assisted living facilities throughout Chelan and Okanogan counties received trees courtesy of the Colville Confederation. Bushong said she handmade the pillows for each location and spent three months working on the program.
The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society was the recipient of a beautiful Christmas tree courtesy of Augustedge Real Estate. The tree was delivered to the shelter at noon, Thursday Dec. 10. The program, “Trees For Joy,” was developed by JBe Marketing Group and features Country Financial as the overall...
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(StatePoint) Unfortunately, many Americans will be unable to celebrate the holidays with their extended family and friends in person this year, making it all the more important to boost holiday cheer at home. Here are few festive ideas for getting into the holiday spirit during this socially...
Ward Media Newspapers
- The Leavenworth Echo | Leavenworth, WA
- Cashmere Valley Record | Cashmere WA
- Lake Chelan Mirror | Chelan, Manson, Entiat, WA
- Quad City Herald | Brewster, Pateros, Bridgeport, Mansfield, WA
- Wenatchee Business Journal | Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan Counties, WA