CASHMERE — The City of Cashmere will host a community forum on May 27 focused on the city’s ongoing comprehensive plan update and potential property tax changes. The forum is scheduled for 6 …

WENATCHEE — NCW Libraries and Link Transit are partnering on a new summer program designed to encourage families to explore local libraries by bus while earning prizes along the way. The …

CASHMERE — Cashmere residents may soon find it easier to interact with city hall online as city staff work to modernize some of the city’s day-to-day systems and public communication tools. …

WENATCHEE — Under the lights of the Numerica Performing Arts Center stage, students from across the Wenatchee Valley gathered May 14 for the 2026 Apple Awards, celebrating a school year filled with …

EAST WENATCHEE — The Chelan-Douglas Health District has confirmed a case of Sin Nombre virus hantavirus in a Chelan County resident. Health officials said the case is not connected to recent …

LEAVENWORTH — Cascade High School’s Class of 2026 will graduate June 5 with more than half of its seniors headed toward college, trades, or workforce careers, CHS Principal James Swanson told the …

LEAVENWORTH — München Haus Bavarian Grill and Beer Garden celebrated its 25th anniversary with a community “Haus Party” on May 7. “Twenty-five years ago, I had the privilege of watching …

LEAVENWORTH — Dangerous Women, the Central Washington based theater collective, will debut their new production, “Common Ground,” on May 16-17 at Icicle Creek Center for the Arts’ Snowy Owl …

CASHMERE — As summer approaches in Cashmere, city officials and swim team organizers are working to make sure more local kids than ever will have a place in the pool. During the May 11 …

LEAVENWORTH — Community members gathered for a Mother’s Day Rally on May 10, calling attention to the loss of children in conflicts and violence around the world during the past 18 months. …

LAKE WENATCHEE — Several events and services are being offered this spring to help residents better prepare their properties for the wildfire season. Winton MFG Compost Works will be accepting …

LEAVENWORTH — Howard Hopkins Memorial Pool is opening on time this year, with a scheduled May 23 opening day. According to the city, the community pool will be starting off the season with a …

LEAVENWORTH — Leavenworth celebrated the 55th anniversary of its Bavarian Maifest May 9-10, a tradition that began in 1971 and continues to bring music, dancing, and Old-World charm to Front Street …

LEAVENWORTH — The Leavenworth Community Farmers Market returned for the 2026 season on May 9, featuring fresh flowers, produce, baked goods and art. The Leavenworth market is organized by …

LEAVENWORTH — Leavenworth City Councilmember Clint Strand has announced his candidacy for Chelan County District 2 Commissioner, joining a race that includes incumbent Shon Smith and challenger …

LEAVENWORTH — At a wildfire resilience town hall on May 6, former Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz warned that despite large strides in firefighting response, proactive efforts are still …

LEAVENWORTH — This year’s Fourth of July holiday will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, prompting “America 250” celebrations across the …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County PUD is preparing for a future in which utilities across the West may increasingly face a difficult choice during extreme weather events: turn the power off before a …

CHELAN — State Rep. Mike Steele announced Wednesday, May 6 that he will seek re-election to the Washington House of Representatives, launching a campaign focused on bipartisan collaboration, …

OMAK — Wenatchee Valley College Foundation has named longtime educator, mentor and community advocate Livia Millard as the recipient of its 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award, recognizing decades of …