Friday, October 2, 2026
CHELAN — Chelan’s economy is growing, but not in the way city leaders say it needs to. That was the central takeaway from an April 7 workshop that brought together the Chelan City Council, …
CHELAN — A local literacy program is calling on the community to help support young readers by donating new or used children’s books throughout the month of April. Book Buddies, launched by …
CHELAN — A presentation on the ongoing cleanup of the Hanford nuclear site will be held Thursday, April 16, at the Ruby Theatre in Chelan. Titled “Hanford Clean-up: A Status Report,” the …
MANSON — April is recognized as National Grange Month, a time to celebrate the role local Grange chapters play in supporting rural communities through service, agriculture and fellowship. The …
When Susan Rose looks at the data that drives most decisions in public education, she sees a gap. Test scores, graduation rates and attendance metrics dominate the conversation. But as an …
CHELAN — A stretch of U.S. 97A just south of Chelan is slated for safety and access improvements, with state transportation officials planning to extend a growing shared-use path along the …
MANSON — A rollover crash on Swanson Gulch Road near Manson on April 6 left one person dead and another seriously injured, according to the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were …
wineries and downtown merchants team up for the annual “Sip Into Spring” Wine Walk. The afternoon event invites visitors to move through Historic Downtown Chelan at their own pace, with …
ENTIAT — As plans move forward for a new playground expected to open in October 2026, the City of Entiat is inviting residents to help them shape what comes next. City officials are seeking …
Opponents of Washington’s new income tax law plan Thursday to formally launch their legal challenge to the constitutionality of the controversial statute. Attorneys and plaintiffs have …
CHELAN — A reported attempted break-in at a Chelan apartment complex on April 4 escalated into a physical confrontation that included an assault on a Chelan County sheriff’s deputy and resulted …
WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District leaders said the 2026 state legislative session delivered key protections for local ratepayers, while leaving open questions about how future state …
LEAVENWORTH — The 2026 Leavenworth Firefighter Challenge is scheduled to return April 25 at the Leavenworth Ski Hill, bringing firefighters from across the region to compete in a 10-kilometer …
A recall effort is quietly underway against Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson for failing to fill vacancies on the commission that enforces state campaign finance laws. The petition to remove …
CHELAN — For years, some of the valley’s most dedicated young volleyball players have spent their seasons in motion, traveling out of town for practices, sharing limited gym space, or finding …
CHELAN — Two local veterans were honored for their military service March 27, as representatives of the Quilts of Valor Foundation and the Lake Chelan Quilts of Valor group presented handmade …
CHELAN — After weeks of public discussion and resident input, Chelan City Council approved updates to the city’s home occupation code on March 24, adopting revisions that reflect concerns raised …
CHELAN — When Chelan officials described the cost savings tied to a major infrastructure project during the March 24 city council meeting, the numbers stood out. By handling construction …
CHELAN — The Lake Chelan Health & Wellness Foundation has contributed $11,400 toward exercise equipment for the new Emergency Medical Services building, following a successful fundraising …
Imagine an entrepreneur who has tested an idea, built a working product, and found their first customers. The next step might be hiring a small team, improving the technology, or expanding into a …