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Man rescued from submerged vehicle in Lake Chelan expected to survive

Workers use a barge and crane to retrieve a vehicle from Lake Chelan after a Colville man crashed his SUV into the lake Monday evening. Manson and Chelan Fire Departments worked to free the man and were able to start CPR before he was Life-Flighted to Harborview Medical Center. The man is expected to survive.
MANSON– The Colville man who was rescued from a submerged vehicle in Lake Chelan is expected to survive.  Erik G. Korbely, 37, was life-flighted to Harborview Medical Center Monday …

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Chelan seeks ag preservation and development balance

CHELAN—At its regular monthly meeting on May 7, the city council workshop tackled a vexing issue: how to strike a balance that preserves Chelan’s farming sector in the face of growing …

Chelan woman airlifted to Harborview after collision with semi

KITTITAS COUNTY - A Chelan woman was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center Monday after her vehicle was struck by a semi in Kittitas County. Washington State Patrol Troopers said around 2:30 …

Colville man airlifted after car crash into Lake Chelan

MANSON– A Colville man was Life Flighted to Harborview Medical Center Monday evening after his car crashed into Lake Chelan near Manson. Washington State Patrol Troopers said Erik G. …

Chelan PUD to conduct customer satisfaction survey

WENATCHEE - Chelan PUD will be conducting a customer satisfaction survey starting the week of May 13. The survey, conducted every two years, will be administered by Strategic Research, a …
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WENATCHEE - The Chelan County Auditor's Office seeks individuals to serve on "For" or "Against" committees for ballot measures in the upcoming August 6 Special Election Local Voters' Pamphlet. The …
The Manson Apple Blossom 2k/5k Fun Run, sponsored in part by Manson Growers, was one of the activities that kicked off the 104th Manson Apple Blossom Festival on Saturday, May 11. Over 150 participates of all ages, walked or jogged along the spectacular route through downtown Manson and around Wapato Point Resort. There was even a dog or two.
MANSON - The Manson Chamber of Commerce held a follow-up community forum on May 8 to discuss the allocation of a $68,000 grant from Chelan County for downtown capital improvements. The meeting, which …

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Local Features
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Ruby U launches speaker presentations at historic Chelan Ruby Theatre

CHELAN—The Ruby Theatre in downtown Chelan has launched a new speaker series called Ruby U. The series features free public presentations, panels, and discussions on topics of community …
The Women's Service League of NCW will hold its annual Prom Dress Giveaway on Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wenatchee Valley Mall near Sportsman's Warehouse.

Women's Service League hosts annual prom dress giveaway

WENATCHEE – This weekend, area teens, regardless of income, will have the chance to pick out the prom dress of their dreams for free, thanks to the Women's Service League of North Central …

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Chelan County Sheriff's Report

Chelan County Sheriff's Report

This report is compiled from records provided by the Chelan County Sheriff's Office and RiverCom. The publisher cannot certify the complete accuracy of the information provided. April 5 …
Election 2024

Candidates certified for Washington's August 6 primary election

OLYMPIA - The Office of the Secretary of State has officially certified candidates for Washington's upcoming August 6 Primary election. The certification took place on Tuesday in the Legislative …

Brian Burnett announces candidacy for State Representative, District 12

WENATCHEE—Former Chelan County Sheriff Brian Burnett is running for State Representative, District 12, Position 1, as a Republican candidate. The announcement, made through a press release, …

Hawkins makes it official, files for Chelan County Commissioner

WENATCHEE - On the first day of candidate filing week, State Senator Brad Hawkins (R-Wenatchee) officially declared his candidacy for the open position of Chelan County Commissioner, District 3. The …

Candidate Filing Week 2024 begins May 6

OLYMPIA — Interested in running for public office in Washington? The opportunity to formally declare candidacy for the 2024 elections opens online on May 6 at 8 a.m. and at elections offices …

Rep. Keith Goehner announces State Senate run

DRYDEN - Representative Keith Goehner has announced his candidacy for the State Senate in the 12th legislative district. The announcement follows the decision by current 12th Legislative District …

Hawkins announces candidacy for Chelan County Commission District 3

WENATCHEE - Republican State Senator Brad Hawkins of Wenatchee announced today that he plans to forgo his Senate re-election bid to run for the open Chelan County Commission – District 3 …

Brandt Cappell announces candidacy for Chelan County Commissioner

WENATCHEE - Brandt Cappell, a Wenatchee resident and Senior Legislative Assistant to State Rep. Keith Goehner, has announced his candidacy for Chelan County Commissioner, Position 3. Cappell, who is …

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Obituaries
Robin June Cooke
Robin June Cooke was born in Eureka, Kansas on June 30,1925. Robin spent most of her youth in Santa Barbara, California. It was there that Robin met Robert Lawrence and they were married shortly …
Richard Jon Faletto
Richard Jon Faletto earned his final wings, passing away peacefully on Sunday May 5, 2024 in Sandpoint, Idaho, at the age of 83. Rich was born on November 27, 1940, in Wenatchee, WA to Mario and …
Troy Elston Sullivan, 71, of Chelan, Washington passed away on May 8, 2024. Precht Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family.
Jeffrey Patrick Slater, 79, of Chelan, Washington passed away on May 6, 2024. Precht Rose Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family.
Richard Faletto, 83, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho on May 5, 2024 after several years of battling Parkinson’s Disease .  Faletto was a graduate of Chelan High School Class of 1959. 
Frances Louise (Cathey) Draggoo, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother was born on December 27, 1923 in Priest River, Idaho. In the next 100 years she lived a full and happy life. …

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Get your event in the spotlight with Ward Media!

If you have an exciting event to share, email Reporter Quinn Propst at quinn@ward.media. We’ll showcase the five most captivating events of the week, giving your event the recognition it deserves. Even if your event isn’t among the top five, it will still be added to our events calendar and featured online. Don’t miss this chance to make your event shine!

Here is this week's list of 5 Things to do this Week.
    • Chelan Memorial Day Parade

      The 27th Annual Chelan Memorial Day Parade and Appreciation Reception will be on Thursday, May 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Historic Downtown …

    • MOE Palooza

      The Morgen Owings Elementary School PTO will host MOE Palooza on Sunday, May 19 from 12-3 p.m. “Each admission includes a hot dog …

    • Tiny Tales Puppet Show

      The Chelan Public Library will host Tiny Tales Puppet Show on Thursday, May 23 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. “Join the Chelan Public Library for a …

    • Live music with Eric Link

      Endless Orchard Hard Cider in Chelan will host live music by Eric Link on Friday, May 17 from 3-6 p.m. “Join us for an evening with Eric …

    • Live Music by Kelly Shirey

      Tipsy Canyon Winery in Manson will host live music by Kelly Shirey on Thursday, May 16 from 4-6 p.m. “Tipsy Canyon Winery is excited …

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Opinion
Terry Ward, Publisher

Local journalism needs your support more than ever

As the publisher of our local newspaper, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the recent Pew Research Center report on the changing relationship between Americans and their local news outlets. The …

Convention floor on Friday after the uproar.

GOP nearly blows up convention in attempt to save face for Reichert

SPOKANE — Washington State Republican Party leaders say they want party unity, but they torpedoed unity, at least for a bit, all for the sake of attempted control.  When it became …
Sen. Brad Hawkins, R-12

A closer look at the updated capital budget

Our state approves three budgets every two years. These budgets fund Washington’s operating ($71.9 billion), transportation ($14.6 billion), and capital ($10.3 billion) expenditures, including …

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Features

Local ag co-op nurtures tree fruit industry from bud to box

Since the 1930s, Northwest Wholesale, Inc., a locally owned agricultural cooperative, has been an impactful part of the tree fruit industry in North Central Washington. Cooperatives of all kinds …

For 33 consecutive years, Peterson’s Waterfront located on the shores of Lake Chelan was among a select number of RCI affiliated resorts to meet the requirements for this annual distinction as part of the RCI Resort Recognition Program®.

Peterson’s Waterfront secures RCI Gold Crown Resort designation for 33rd year

CHELAN – Peterson’s Waterfront has been awarded the RCI Gold Crown Resort® designation by RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange, for the 33rd consecutive year. This …

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Sports
Leigh Mendelson

Wenatchee Wild announce extensions for Mendelson, provincial scouting staff

WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild, proud members of the Western Hockey League (WHL), are excited to announce that Director of Scouting Leigh Mendelson has signed a two-year contract …

Wenatchee Wild first-round WHL Prospects Draft selection Boston Tait.

Wenatchee Wild complete first Western Hockey League prospects draft

WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild are pleased to announce the selection of 13 players in the 2024 Western Hockey League Prospects Draft, held Thursday. The 2024 edition was the club’s …
Forward Grant Reid looks up at the scoreboard during a 2022-23 Victoria Royals contest against the Prince George Cougars. The Western Hockey League’s Wenatchee Wild announced Thursday morning that they had acquired Reid in a trade with the Royals for forward Daniel Morozov.

Wenatchee Wild announce trade with Victoria Royals

WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild have announced a trade with the Victoria Royals of the Western Hockey League (WHL), sending 2007-born forward Daniel Morozov to Victoria in …

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National News
U.S. soldier detained in Russia on criminal charges
Russian authorities have detained an American soldier on criminal misconduct charges, the U.S. Army said Monday. Army spokeswoman Cynthia Smith said Russia’s government had notified the …
Workers pick blueberries in greenhouses of the Agrovision firm in San Isidro Mazatepec in Jalisco.
As its workers stream to the U.S., Mexico runs short of farmhands
ETZATLÁN, Mexico - For decades, Mexicans crossed the border to pick Americans’ lettuce, grapes and strawberries. Mexico had a seemingly inexhaustible supply of farmhands - tough, …
Senate passes $1.2 trillion spending bill, averting government shutdown
The Senate approved a $1.2 trillion spending bill in the wee hours of Saturday morning to prevent a brief partial government shutdown, sending the bill to President Biden to sign into law. …
Nikki Haley meets voters during a rally at Gilbert H. Hood Middle School in Derry, N.H. on Sunday.
Nikki Haley suspends campaign for 2024 Republican presidential nomination
CHARLESTON, S.C. -  Nikki Haley , a former U.N. ambassador and governor of South Carolina, has announced she is suspending   her presidential campaign, leaving  Donald Trump  with …
Big-box stores try to stay relevant by focusing on smaller stores
Two of the biggest names in big-box retail have boosted their bets on a growing trend for brick-and-mortar sales: smaller stores. Best Buy and Macy’s this week announced plans to add …
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Wildfire smoke is back – fires burning across Canada are already triggering US air quality alerts in the Midwest and Plains

Dozens of wildfires are burning across Canada in May 2024 and sending unhealthy smoke blowing into the northern U.S. again. At the same time, the southeastern U.S. is getting smoke from Mexico, where …

7 things your dog wants you to know about separation anxiety

(BPT) - Have you ever looked at your dog’s big sweet eyes and wondered, “What is going on inside your head?” If your answer is yes, you’re not alone. While your dog …

Is AI as capable as humans? Here's how far artificial intelligence has come.

Image generation is just one area in which AI use is exploding. Verbit used data from academic research to see how AI is progressing.

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