CASHMERE — The Cashmere City Council plans to hold a public forum on May 6 to begin a broader conversation with residents about rising costs and potential revenue options. Councilmembers …

When Ryan James last spoke with Ward Media in 2024 about Dopl Technologies, the company was still testing an ambitious idea: bringing high-quality ultrasound services to rural communities by …

LEAVENWORTH — Approximately 300 students, staff, and community members gathered at Cascade High School (CHS) on April 22 for the 16th year of Mr. Kodiak, a two-part talent show where seniors …

LEAVENWORTH — Icicle Creek Center for the Arts (ICCA) hosted the 2026 Leavenworth Community Earth Day Fair on April 26, bringing together art, music and environmental stewardship in celebration of …

LEAVENWORTH — The City of Leavenworth has appointed Steven Rubinstein to its newly created role, Recreation & Tourism Manager. As the Recreation & Tourism Manager, Rubinstein will …

LEAVENWORTH — Short-term Front Street repairs to reduce multiple trip hazards and general poor conditions of the existing streetscape are anticipated to take place between May 18 and 29. …

WENATCHEE — An incarcerated man was found unresponsive early April 26 at the Chelan County Regional Justice Center and later pronounced dead, according to jail officials. Correctional deputies …

LEAVENWORTH — Using recycled and repurposed materials, nearly 20 teams showcased their best artistic and fashion skills at Wenatchee River Institute’s fifth annual Trashion Show on Apr. 24. …

LEAVENWORTH — Nearly 100 firefighters from Washington, Oregon and Idaho gathered at Leavenworth Ski Hill on April 25 to demonstrate their physical and mental endurance, represent their crews and …

CASHMERE — Second graders at Vale Elementary took part in a hands-on Arbor Day celebration April 24, helping plant a honey locust tree on the school grounds while learning why trees matter. …

LEAVENWORTH —  Seven Cascade Medical Center employees have been awarded over $8,000 in scholarships through the Mark Judy Memorial Caregiver Education Fund, helping to advance their skills …

LEAVENWORTH — The City of Leavenworth will host its spring Community Engagement Night on May 5, providing updates on upcoming and ongoing efforts by the city and community partners in an open-house …

LEAVENWORTH — The Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce is still accepting applications for this year’s Recreation Ambassador program, which aims to provide consistency in staffing and messaging at …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District parks continue to see strong use across the region, with facilities booked throughout much of the year and new amenities drawing steady crowds, …

WENATCHEE — When people call 911, they often assume the dispatcher already knows where they are. That’s not always the case. During a safety presentation at a recent Chelan County …

CHELAN COUNTY — Two search and rescue (SAR) missions were completed over the weekend as spring hiking activities pick up throughout the valley. On April 19, Chelan County Sheriff’s Office …

LEAVENWORTH — Hundreds of Cascade High School (CHS) students left their classrooms on the morning of April 20 to take part in the school’s annual Earth Day clean up. In previous years, …

LEAVENWORTH — Five city parking lots are undergoing various levels of construction to improve their grading, paving, and curbing conditions in an effort to improve safety and usability. The …

CASHMERE — Families preparing for kindergarten in the 2026–27 school year are invited to get a first look at the classroom during an upcoming open house at Vale Elementary. The school will …

SPOKANE — Ash Robertson of Cashmere has been named to the Spokane Community College Honor Roll for Winter quarter 2026. Students named to the honor roll earned a grade point average of 3.0 or …