Thursday, October 1, 2026
LEAVENWORTH — The Chumstick Wildfire Stewardship Coalition will hold its annual town hall focused on wildfire preparedness May 6 at the Snowy Owl Theatre. The event, titled “Are We Ready for …
LEAVENWORTH — A proposal by Chelan County Public Utility District to rebuild and expand an electrical substation on Chumstick Highway prompted a mix of support and concern from residents during a …
PLAIN — A cyber tip received March 31 by the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office led investigators to what authorities describe as a large volume of child sexual abuse material being uploaded from …
LEAVENWORTH — April is recognized as National Grange Month, a time to celebrate the role local Grange chapters play in supporting rural communities through service, agriculture and fellowship. …
LEAVENWORTH — An art show featuring student work from Cascade High School will be on display at the Leavenworth Library through April 24. The exhibit will showcase pieces created by advanced …
LEAVENWORTH — For generations of families in the Upper Valley, Blackbird Island Pond has been a place of firsts. First fish. First patient cast into still water. First quiet lessons in how to …
When Susan Rose looks at the data that drives most decisions in public education, she sees a gap. Test scores, graduation rates and attendance metrics dominate the conversation. But as an …
CHELAN COUNTY — As wildflower season draws visitors into Chelan County’s canyons, county officials are urging caution and planning ahead, especially when it comes to parking along narrow rural …
CASHMERE — Twice a month, a quiet but important service sets up inside the Cashmere Library, offering a starting point for people facing housing instability. On the second and fourth …
Opponents of Washington’s new income tax law plan Thursday to formally launch their legal challenge to the constitutionality of the controversial statute. Attorneys and plaintiffs have …
WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District leaders said the 2026 state legislative session delivered key protections for local ratepayers, while leaving open questions about how future state …
LEAVENWORTH — The 2026 Leavenworth Firefighter Challenge is scheduled to return April 25 at the Leavenworth Ski Hill, bringing firefighters from across the region to compete in a 10-kilometer …
A recall effort is quietly underway against Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson for failing to fill vacancies on the commission that enforces state campaign finance laws. The petition to remove …
LEAVENWORTH — A prescribed burn is planned at Mountain Home Ridge south of Leavenworth, with work expected to take place over multiple days as conditions allow. The project, led by …
Imagine an entrepreneur who has tested an idea, built a working product, and found their first customers. The next step might be hiring a small team, improving the technology, or expanding into a …
When Brian Eastman walked into the Flywheel Conference in 2024, he was just hoping to “meet some neat people” and maybe learn a few things. Two years later, he’s at the center of the effort, …
NORTH CENTRAL WASHINGTON – For decades, Running Start has offered Washington state students an affordable jump start on a postsecondary education before they even graduate high school. However, its …
LEAVENWORTH — The Leavenworth Library, in partnership with the Wenatchee Valley Astronomy Club, will host a night of storytelling and stargazing as part of Dark Sky Week on Friday, April 17. …
NORTH CENTRAL WASHINGTON — From the shrubsteppe along the Columbia River to the forests of Stevens Pass, native plants have evolved over thousands of years to thrive in the specific soils, …
CASHMERE — Bluegrass fans will have a chance to experience one of the Pacific Northwest’s newest acts when Possum Revival takes the stage Saturday, April 18, as part of the Cashmere Community …