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EAST WENATCHEE — RiverCom 911, the emergency communications center serving Chelan and Douglas counties, has purchased 12.7 acres of land for $1,422,400 to construct a new facility, the agency …

WENATCHEE VALLEY—The Chelan-Douglas Regional Port Authority (CDRPA) is seeking to improve Pangborn Airport’s limited ground transportation options, more efficiently connecting the vital …

Chelan County awards $1.2M for development, housing projects

WENATCHEE - Chelan County commissioners have allocated nearly $1.2 million in grants to support economic development and affordable housing initiatives in the area. The funds, distributed through the …

Chelan approves $100,000 for marine patrol vessel repair

CHELAN—Being a tourist destination has its drawbacks, but it also has its advantages, such as when tourist-related expenses are paid for by tourist-related dollars. Such is the case with the …

Lake Chelan schools see enrollment boost, defying state trend

CHELAN – School enrollment numbers in the face of declining numbers statewide were among the leading back-to-school topics of interest at the meeting of the Lake Chelan School District Board on …

Chelan Fire and Rescue hits new emergency response record

CHELAN – Fire and Rescue crews set a record in July for a category that all hands would rather see trending in the opposite direction: record emergency response. Chief Brandon Asher reported …

Young virtuosos to perform free concert in Chelan

CHELAN — The winners of the 2024 Frances Walton Competition for Classical Musicians are set to perform a free concert on September 10 at the Chelan High School Performing Arts Center. The …

Manson launches downtown facelift

MANSON — The community of Manson is undergoing a downtown revitalization project spearheaded by the local Chamber of Commerce. The multi-phase initiative, which began in 2023, aims to …

EAST WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Area Genealogical Society (WAGS) will host a hybrid meeting featuring nationally recognized speaker Elizabeth Swanay O'Neal on Monday, September 9 at 2:00 p.m. …

OLYMPIA — The Office of the Secretary of State has certified the results of the August 6 Primary and ordered a mandatory statewide manual recount for the Commissioner of Public Lands …

WENATCHEE — The U.S. Forest Service is set to host a significant wildland firefighter recruitment event in Wenatchee as part of a larger initiative to bolster its firefighting workforce in the …

NCW Tech Alliance launches AI Skill-A-Thon 

WENATCHEE — The NCW Tech Alliance, in collaboration with Microsoft and the Community Skills Initiative, will launch a month-long AI Skill-A-Thon on September 1 to enhance artificial …

Manson to host "Shake & Bake" Pickleball Tournament this fall

MANSON — The Manson Chamber of Commerce and Wapato Point Resort are set to host a major pickleball tournament, "Shake & Bake On The Lake," from October 4-6. The event, situated on the …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District commissioners are considering a two-year extension of annual rate increases, potentially affecting customers' electric, water, and wastewater …

Manson Legion reschedules Veterans Bbq, VFW plans Stand Down event

MANSON — The Manson American Legion has rescheduled its annual Veterans BBQ for Saturday, September 14, due to scheduling conflicts. The event will take place at Chelan Falls Park from 12 p.m. …

WENATCHEE — Okanogan County's transit service, TranGO, is set to launch a new connection with Link Transit's Route 21, extending public transportation options between Okanogan County and …

Chelan Valley's 'Summer of Love' supports elderly care

CHELAN -  The spirit of Woodstock is set to come alive once again as Chelan Valley gears up for this year's "Summer of Love" event, commemorating the 55th anniversary of the iconic Woodstock …

Vietnam Veterans honored with Quilts of Valor in heartfelt ceremony

CHELAN — In a ceremony held Thursday, two Vietnam War veterans were honored with Quilts of Valor, recognizing their service and sacrifices decades after their return home. Kathy and Larry …

WENATCHEE — The Master Gardener Foundation of Chelan-Douglas Counties has relaunched its "Buy a Garden Brick" fundraiser to support local gardening education programs and projects. The …

CHELAN COUNTY — Chelan County officials have announced a community meeting to address concerns and regulations regarding floodplain and floodway areas. The event, scheduled for August 29, will …

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