WENATCHEE — NCW Libraries reported increased library engagement across its five-county service area in 2023, according to the organization's annual report. The report shows a 22% rise in …

WENATCHEE — The NCW Tech Alliance, North Central Education Services District (NCESD), and the Apple STEM Network will host the 4th Annual Artificial Intelligence (AI) Expo on August 21 at the …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District (PUD) customers have voiced concerns about reliability and rate affordability as the utility considers a framework for evaluating large power …

WENATCHEE — Wenatchee Valley College will host a series of orientation sessions for new students and their families in September to facilitate the transition to college life. The "Puente …

WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee Valley Erratics Chapter of the Ice Age Floods Institute is set to host a presentation on the glacial history of the Pacific Northwest on Tuesday, August 13. The event will …

OLYMPIA — Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs issued a stark warning Monday about the threat of election misinformation, particularly deepfakes and AI-generated content, as the state …

CHELAN -  Tickets are now available for this year's Summer of Love event (marking the 55th anniversary of the Woodstock Festival) that takes place on Saturday, August 24, 3:30-9 p.m. at Watson's …

MANSON—Pirates will once again invade Lake Chelan for the annual Lake Chelan Pirate Fest and the Pirate Kids Carnival on August 15-18. The festival is organized by the Lake Chelan Tourist …

LEAVENWORTH -- The Icicle Fund, a nonprofit organization supporting arts, history, and environmental initiatives in North Central Washington, announced that Executive Director Christine Morgan will …

WENATCHEE - A multi-agency operation targeting individuals allegedly involved in sexual abuse and exploitation of children led to the arrest of 12 people in Chelan and Douglas Counties over the …

STEHEKIN - Authorities have issued a Level 3 evacuation order for the remote community of Stehekin as the Pioneer Fire continues to threaten the area. The Chelan County Emergency Management …

WASHINGTON  DC—Congresswoman Kim Schrier (D-WA) is urgently calling for additional resources to combat the Pioneer Fire in Washington State, which has burned over 30,000 acres and is …

CASHMERE – Cashmere, Leavenworth, and US-2 will be featured in “Evergreens,” a Washington-based feature-length film. The cast and crew spent multiple days filming at the Outpost …

ENTIAT - The annual Entiat Vintage Car Show drew classic car enthusiasts to Entiat City Park last Saturday, July 20. Despite high temperatures, the event saw a strong turnout of both participants and …

WENATCHEE - Federal and state officials will host a virtual community meeting on July 30 to discuss the ongoing Central Washington Initiative, a comprehensive effort to reduce wildfire risks and …

STEHEKIN -- Authorities have issued a Level 2 evacuation order for Stehekin, prompting the immediate departure of all visitors, campers, and hikers from the area.  Chelan County Emergency …

STEHEKIN — A Level 2 evacuation notice has been issued for the remote community of Stehekin as wildfire threats intensify in the region. The order, set to take effect at 8 a.m. on Thursday, …

CHELAN—The City of Chelan was reminded that the clock is ticking to commit the remaining funds it received through the America Recovery Plan Act (ARPA), created in March 2021 in the wake of the …

WENATCHEE—Wenatchee Valley College is developing a new strategic plan to enhance its community focus, address equity gaps, and maintain academic excellence. WVC President Dr. Faimous …

WENATCHEE -- Chelan County officials have announced the implementation of Stage 2 fire restrictions beginning Friday, as wildfire risks escalate across the region. The restrictions, affecting …