Thursday, October 1, 2026
WENATCHEE — The first days of a shutdown don’t arrive with sirens. They show up as a locked visitor center in Stehekin, a ranger program that isn’t on the board, a Wenatchee shipper …
LEAVENWORTH — The Greater Leavenworth Museum invites the community to celebrate the 100 years of the historic Chumstick Grange on Oct. 8. For over 150 years, granges have been an integral …
LEAVENWORTH — There are still a few more days to pick up some affordable used books from the Leavenworth Friends of the Library annual book sale, which is running now through Oct. 5. The …
CHELAN COUNTY — The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office has awarded more than $7.6 million for projects in Chelan County, part of a statewide package of $67 million in grants to …
LEAVENWORTH – GladSong Choir will perform a benefit concert in support of a program that supports Cascade School District students and their families on Oct. 12. The concert will be held …
LEAVENWORTH — The Tierra Learning Center has appointed three new members to its board of directors, the organization announced last week. William Joyce, Gustavo Montoya and David Vey will …
LEAVENWORTH — On Oct. 11, Icicle Creek Center for the Arts (ICCA) will invite the community to walk, run, dance and play their way along its inaugural Give a Hoot Art Walk. The event …
LEAVENWORTH — The Leavenworth City Council contributed funding for an affordable housing project, made changes to business licensing rules, and signed a resolution in support of public lands …
WENATCHEE — The Port of Chelan County has filed a lawsuit seeking to block Chelan County from enforcing its recently enacted moratorium on Tax Increment Areas (TIAs) in unincorporated areas. …
CHELAN COUNTY — Chelan County commissioners are asking the Chelan-Douglas Regional Port Authority to withdraw its proposal to form a tax increment area (TIA) in Malaga, citing public opposition …
CHELAN COUNTY – Challenging weather and terrain on both the Labor Mountain and Lower Sugarloaf fires fueled rapid fire growth and shifting evacuation zones over the past week. “We …
WENATCHEE — With two major wildfires still burning in Chelan County and little relief in sight, county officials have extended the outdoor burn ban through Oct. 15. The ban, which …
LEAVENWORTH — Crowds gathered along streets and on balconies to watch the numerous floats, performers and vehicles make their way down US-2 and Front Street during the Autumn Leaf parade on …
CHELAN COUNTY — The largest manhunt in county history came to a close this week, as DNA testing confirmed that human remains found near Grindstone Mountain belong to fugitive Travis Decker, …
WENATCHEE — The RiverCom 911 Administrative Board has voted to ask voters in Chelan and Douglas counties to approve a small sales tax increase next year to help modernize the region’s …
CHELAN COUNTY — Homeowners have a few more months to make energy upgrades utilizing federal tax credits. Eliminated in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the credits will only be available for …
LEAVENWORTH — The Leavenworth Library will host a community event on Thursday, Oct. 2, focused on shifting perspectives and providing resources around menopause. Titled “Reframing …
LEAVENWORTH —The Icicle Creek Center for the Arts (ICCA) Visiting Artist season is returning for the 2025-2026 season, bringing in performing artists from across the Pacific Northwest and …
LEAVENWORTH — As Cascade School District enters a new school year, it’s taking a moment to reflect on the highlights of the previous year, outlining a number of academic, arts, and …
LEAVENWORTH — New motorcycle-inspired lifestyle brand Iron & Velvet opened its flagship store in downtown Leavenworth on Sept. 20. Founded by Leavenworth residents York and Melanie …