Thursday, October 1, 2026
OLYMPIA – A ban on police face coverings has been one of the most talked about policy proposals in the first two days of Washington’s legislative session, with lead lawmakers and the governor …
LEAVENWORTH — The Upper Valley Empty Bowls Festival, Leavenworth’s annual fundraiser supporting the Community Cupboard Food Bank, returns in January to mark its 30th year, beginning with a series …
LEAVENWORTH — Over 50 Leavenworth demonstrators gathered on Jan. 11 to protest the recent actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protest was organized in alignment with the …
WENATCHEE — Chelan County and community partners will conduct the annual Homeless Point-in-Time Count from 7 a.m. to noon Thursday, Jan. 29, at the Salvation Army Social Services Office in …
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Board of Education is accepting applications from current high school sophomores to serve as a Student Board Member for the 2026–2028 term. Applications are …
LEAVENWORTH— Author Michael Bourne will appear in person for an evening presentation and reading from his novel “We Bring You an Hour of Darkness” on Friday, Jan. 16, at Ski Hill Lodge. …
OLYMPIA – Last month’s heavy flooding inflicted at least $40 million to $50 million of damage on Washington’s highways, state transportation officials estimated to lawmakers Monday. …
LEAVENWORTH — Chelan County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be conducting active shooter training exercises in the Leavenworth area throughout the month of January. CCSO said the training …
WENATCHEE — Wenatchee Valley College will bring back its WVC Speaks lecture series in 2026, reviving a campus program that highlights faculty and staff expertise on topics relevant to North Central …
STEVENS PASS — The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has completed emergency repair work on a section of US-2 (milepost 58 to 71) just east of Stevens Pass. As a …
There was a time when the phrase felt simple and dependable: What you see, you believe. It reflected an unspoken agreement about how things worked. You observed something first. You decided what it …
LEAVENWORTH — Travelers should expect delays as the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) crews resume repair work on Chumstick Highway this week. According to Chelan County, …
OLYMPIA – With a looming $1.6 to $2.3 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Washington state legislature, House and Senate leaders and Gov. Bob Ferguson presented differing proposals to …
OLYMPIA – Democratic leaders in the Washington state Legislature said Friday they have no plans to hold hearings on two conservative-backed initiatives focused on parental rights of students in …
LEAVENWORTH — Local organizations are teaming up to host a day of celebrating outdoor recreation on Feb. 7. The Greater Leavenworth Museum will host the Mountain Sports Expo from 10 a.m. to 4 …
PLAIN — On the night of Jan. 10, Nordic skiers put on their extra layers and headlamps to participate in the annual Full Moon Community Ski at the Meadow Loop Trail, located in the heart of Plain. …
CHELAN COUNTY – Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison is urging lawmakers to reconsider a prefiled bill for the 2026 legislative session that would revise eligibility requirements and oversight …
LEAVENWORTH — Starting Jan. 12, residents won’t have to drive far to ship their packages through FedEx. FedEx shipping will be available at the local party supply boutique Mint+Sprinkle. …
LEAVENWORTH — After a long-awaited arrival of snow in the Icicle Valley, winter recreation has returned for the Leavenworth Winter Sports Club (LWSC). With it, is a community partnership going on …
LEAVENWORTH — After six years, Fire Chief David Walker will retire from his post at Lake Wenatchee Fire and Rescue (LWFR) on June 1. “LWFR thanks Chief Walker for all he’s given this …