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County unemployment numbers for June 2023 released

OLYMPIA - The BLS estimates Washington’s preliminary seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for June 2023 is 3.8 percent. The revised estimated May 2023 unemployment rate is 4.1 percent. …

Speaking to kids about drugs has become critical

Drug education and prevention work; it's proven effective. Parents' or caregivers' early conversations with their kids make a real difference. Amid the opioid epidemic, these …

Chelan County road projects maintenance update

Goodwin Road/Sunset Road Improvement Project:  The project remains on schedule, with the temporary closure of Sunset Road between its intersections with Mill Road, were lifted July 12. The …

Mayor Candidates’ Forum

The forum was conducted at the Leavenworth Firehall on July 10. There were many community members present to hear each candidate and their platforms. Attached are some quick quotes from the …

Cascade Medical Foundation golf tournament raises over $46,000 for cardiac rehab center

Cold hands and warm hearts were the theme on a very brisk, blustery June 19 when 120 golfers gathered for the Marson and Marson Cascade Golf Classic at Kahler Mountain Club. Their contributions, …

Link Transit board selects new CEO

The Link Transit Board of Directors has selected Nick Covey to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer for the agency. Mr. Covey was one of three finalists for this position. He will be the …

Fish and Wildlife Commission to discuss bats, bears, and land transaction on July 14

OLYMPIA — The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet virtually on July 14 to discuss mineral prospecting, spring black bear hunting, white-nose syndrome, and a proposed land …

OLYMPIA – On July 6 the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced restrictions to protect the public and reduce wildfire risk. The restrictions affect campfires, target …

WA 211 Helpline Sees Jump in Calls

A helpline to help people connect with resources when they're in need has seen an uptick in calls to its service. However, funding remains a barrier to serving more people.  …

Changes coming to Confluence Health facility names

Wenatchee - Beginning July 1, Confluence Health transitioned its naming conventions for its hospitals and some other locations to increase clarity and allow for smoother services for patients. …

Chiwawa River Road closed just past Atkinson Flat Campground, due to flood damage

Chiwawa River Road #6200, located on the Wenatchee River Ranger District approximately 39 miles northwest of Leavenworth, is closed at milepost 18.2, just past Atkinson Flat Campground, due to a rock …

Highway designation honors Vietnam veterans

TONASKET – A dedication held just prior to Memorial Day designated Highway20 in Okanogan County as “Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway.” The renaming was spearheaded by veterans from …

Silence can be deadly

Many of those who battle addiction do so in silence. However, on occasion they are the ones with the biggest smiles and some of the kindest people. They are the ones who are always there for others …

Colchuck Peak Avalanche update

Sheriff Mike Morrison reported Monday, May 29, the body of Jeannie Lee, a 60-year-old climber from Bayside, New York was recovered from the base of Colchuck Peak. Lee was killed in an avalanche on …

WENATCHEE – NCW Tech Alliance is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the highly anticipated NCW Tech & STEM Showcase. Students and educators are invited to showcase their …

Leavenworth City Council moves forward with Ski Hill Sidewalk Project

The Leavenworth City Council met for their regular biweekly meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23 in City Hall. During this meeting, there were multiple presentations and reports from city …

Leavenworth Grassroots encourages an open dialogue with the community

The Leavenworth community gathered on May 8 in the local fire station for a visioning meeting to address new ideas and issues within the city. Covid has put a pause in discourse for the community, …

Former Leavenworth City Administrator and City Councilmember Rich Brinkman is announcing his run for Leavenworth Mayor. “I strongly believe that the City of Leavenworth needs sound …

CHS hosts annual blood drive

Cascade High School hosted its annual blood drive connected by the Red Cross. CHS ASB students and advisors collaborated with Red Cross volunteers to put on the annual blood drive. The blood drive …

Rivers extremely dangerous, 1 local rafter dies in Dryden area

Sheriff Mike Morrison reported on Thursday, May 4 at approximately 4:15 p.m. an overturned raft was reported on the Wenatchee River near Dryden. It was reported four subjects were floating downstream …

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