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Urgent evacuation ordered as Pioneer Fire threatens Stehekin

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 …

Washington-based feature film highlights Cashmere, Leavenworth

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 faces December deadline to allocate remaining $900,000 in ARPA funds

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 …

WVC crafts new strategic plan to strengthen community and address equity

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 …

WENATCHEE - As wildfires continue to ravage Chelan County, State Senator Brad Hawkins is calling for more air assets and initial attacks to address the region's long-term fire risks. In a statement …

Thrive Chelan Valley to open new teen center in Manson this fall

MANSON—Thrive Chelan Valley will open a new teen center in Manson this fall, expanding its mission to serve, empower, and advocate for all youth in the Lake Chelan Valley. Thrive, a …

Vietnam Veteran honored with Quilt of Valor in Chelan Valley ceremony

CHELAN—Vietnam veteran Daniel Smith was honored with a handmade quilt from the Quilts of Valor Foundation, which recognized his military service and contributions to the community. The …

Lake Chelan Hospital completes memorial brick installation

CHELAN—Lake Chelan Health Hospital has completed the installation of its latest batch of memorial bricks, representing the final phase of Hospital Guild Y's successful fundraising project. …

Young cowboys and cowgirls set to compete at annual Chelan Jr. Rodeo

CHELAN – Young rodeo enthusiasts and their families are gearing up for the annual Chelan Jr. Rodeo on Saturday, July 27 and 28.  The rodeo is put on by the Chelan Rustlers Saddle Club …

STEHEKIN —State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the Pioneer Fire near …

WENATCHEE—North Central Washington braces for heightened fire danger as the National Weather Service in Spokane issues a Red Flag Warning for Sunday, July 21. The warning covers the Central and …

WENATCHEE — North Central Washington is bracing for a potentially dangerous heat wave, with temperatures expected to soar above 100 degrees Fahrenheit through Monday, according to the National …

CHELAN — A Chelan man was arrested after he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend and barricaded himself in a bedroom with firearms, according to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office. Judson …

STEHEKIN—The Chelan County Sheriff's Office released a statement assuring residents that protecting the community of Stehekin is the top priority as the Pioneer Fire burns about four miles …

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