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OLYMPIA — Gov. Bob Ferguson has ordered Washington National Guard resources to assist in the ongoing search for Travis Decker, the man accused of killing his three young daughters, whose bodies …

Decker searched ‘How to Move to Canada’ days before daughters’ deaths

CHELAN COUNTY – Federal authorities say Travis Decker Googled “how to move to canada” days before his visitation, as the search for the triple murder suspect enters its second week. On June 5, the U.S. Marshals Service filed a criminal complaint and issued a federal arrest warrant for Travis Decker on a charge of unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.

Community unites for Whitney Decker after unthinkable loss

WENATCHEE — Tragedy has united the community in support of Whitney Decker, the mother of Olivia, Evelyn, and Paityn Decker, the three sisters recently found deceased near the Rock Island …

Investigators follow more leads in search for Travis Decker, public asked to remain vigilant

CHELAN COUNTY – Law enforcement is asking for public cooperation and support as the search continues for 32-year-old Travis Decker, who is suspected of murdering his three daughters. …

Chelan County Sheriff remains ‘optimistic’ as search for Travis Decker continues

WENATCHEE – An extensive search operation, including local, regional, state and federal agencies, remains active for Travis Decker. Decker is wanted on three counts of first-degree murder …

Chelan–Douglas Land Trust names new Executive Director

WENATCHEE — The Chelan-Douglas Land Trust (CDLT) is pleased to announce Hanne Beener as its new Executive Director, effective June 30. A respected conservation leader in North Central …

NCW Leaders develop strategic plan to address substance abuse, mental health

CHELAN COUNTY — Leaders from Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan counties recently participated in a one-day workshop aimed at developing a regional strategic plan to address substance use and …

[UPDATE] More resources join manhunt as search operations for Travis Decker continue

LEAVENWORTH — Multiple agencies from across the region, state and nation continue their large-scale search for Travis Decker, bringing in additional assistance from Spokane County Air Support …

WENATCHEE — Law enforcement officials provided new details Tuesday evening in the case of three young sisters found dead near Icicle Road, outlining the multi-day investigation and search that …

Fundraiser organized in support of Decker family after tragic loss

WENATCHEE – In the wake of a heartbreaking discovery, the community-at-large has rallied to support Whitney Decker, the mother of three missing daughters who were recently found deceased near …

LEAVENWORTH — Regional, state and federal law enforcement agencies continued their search Tuesday for a Wenatchee-area man accused of kidnapping and murdering his three young daughters near the …

Three missing girls found dead near Icicle Road campground, father wanted for murder

LEAVENWORTH – Three missing children who left on a parental visit with their father on May 30 have been found deceased near Rock Island Campground up Icicle Road, according to an update from …

Public tour highlights forest health and wildfire risk reduction work around Lake Wenatchee

LAKE WENATCHEE – Local agencies and organizations invited the community on a tour of forest restoration and community wildfire protection work taking place on public forest land on May 29. …

Howard Hopkins Memorial Pool faces budget shortfall after new levy fails to be collected

LEAVENWORTH – The Leavenworth City Council approved an interfund loan to address a shortfall of approximately $200,000 for the Howard Hopkins Memorial Pool 2025 budget year.  The …

Greater Leavenworth Museum revives tea social event at historic grange hall

LEAVENWORTH – After a six-year hiatus, the Greater Leavenworth Museum brought the return of its afternoon tea event at the historic Chumstick Grangehall on May 29. “We wanted to …

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee seeks new member

WENATCHEE — Chelan County is seeking applicants for a two-year volunteer position on its Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC). This committee advises the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) …

LEAVENWORTH — Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports that a search and rescue operation occurred on May 30, just after 5:00 p.m. in Leavenworth. The incident involved a climber on the …

Growth slows, containment increases on Second Creek Fire

LEAVENWORTH – The Second Creek Fire slowed its growth by the weekend, with firefighters making significant progress toward containment of the 80-acre fire that started over the Memorial Day …

Eagle Creek Flower Farm’s roadside stand thrives on simplicity and trust

LEAENWORH — From late spring into early fall, Eagle Creek Flower Farm’s roadside stand comes alive with colorful bouquets that change with the season. Every weekend, the stand is visited …

Leavenworth’s Bavaria trip adds new meaning to chamber-led travel

LEAVENWORTH - For some chambers of commerce, organized travel is a common mechanism for revenue, offering fully planned group itineraries in exciting destinations for the community. These trips …

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