Election 2026: Chelan County results at a glance

Chelan County voters weighed in on 17 races and measures Tuesday, from the 8th Congressional District to a $275 million Wenatchee school bond. Here's where each stood after Wednesday's count, according to unofficial results posted by Chelan County Elections at 4:37 p.m. Nov. 4. Turnout stood at 52.1%, with 28,748 ballots counted.

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New power-sale contracts strengthen PUD’s proposed $547 million budget

WENATCHEE — New power-sale contracts are strengthening Chelan PUD’s financial outlook as the utility considers a $547 million spending plan for 2027, including increased investment in dams, substations and transmission infrastructure.

Port commits up to $50,000 to close Old Swim Hole project’s final funding gap

MANSON — The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority agreed Nov. 4 to close the remaining approximately $25,000 funding gap for the Old Swim Hole restoration project and provide additional support if needed, up to a total contribution of $50,000.

Lake Chelan expected below usual target ahead of spring 2027 power plant outage

CHELAN — Lake Chelan is expected to reach levels about 1.3 feet below its usual seasonal target in late winter and early spring 2027 as Chelan PUD prepares for a planned outage of both generating units.

Kelli and Adam Rynd of Woodin Enterprises, which began with the Lake Life storefront in downtown Chelan, accept the Entrepreneur of the Year award at the NCW Tech Alliance Innovator Awards on Nov. 3 in Wenatchee.

Cascade senior, Chelan retailers, RiverCom 911 among NCW Tech Alliance Innovator Award winners

WENATCHEE — A Cascade High School senior who designed shoe insoles that generate electricity, the Chelan couple behind the Lake Life retail brand and the emergency dispatch center for Chelan and Douglas counties are among the winners of NCW Tech Alliance's 2026 Innovator Awards.

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PUD commissioners debate smaller rate increase ahead of Nov. 16 vote

WENATCHEE — Chelan PUD commissioners debated on Nov. 2 whether to begin a five-year rate plan with a smaller electric increase, with some favoring a more gradual approach and others warning that smaller increases would leave customer payments falling further behind operating costs.

Chelan PUD approves up to $100,000 more for Manson’s Old Swim Hole project

MANSON — Chelan PUD commissioners approved up to $100,000 in additional funding Nov. 2 to help close a budget gap threatening Manson Parks and Recreation District’s Old Swim Hole Improvement Project.

Morrison maintains Chelan County Sheriff position in landslide win

CHELAN COUNTY — Mike Morrison’s lead over challenging deputy Stan Langlow in the Chelan County Sheriff’s Race has remained steady with the second wave of ballots.

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Local Features

Edd and Sharon La Mar opened Lake Chelan Building and Supply in 1979 in Manson.

Lake Chelan Building Supply, where customers become friends

CHELAN - When it came time for Brett La Mar to hand over the reins to his family business, Lake Chelan Building and Supply, he wanted a buyer who would embody his parents’ motto – where …

Chelan Scout Master Mark Carroll and Eagle Scout Cameron Willoughby open and refold the first United States flag, featuring only 13 stars, at Willoughby’s Eagle Scout ceremony.

Manson teen soars to Eagle Scout rank

MANSON – Cameron Willoughby, a 2024 Manson High School grad, celebrated a major milestone in December when he was recognized for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Earning the Eagle …

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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.

State News

WA officials urge leaders not to spend $51 million Meta fine yet

Meta has paid Washington state a record-setting fine of more than $51 million for violating campaign finance laws, but lawmakers are being cautioned not to get too excited about the money.

As immigrant Medicaid cuts take effect, some in WA can keep their coverage

OLYMPIA – Roughly 10,000 immigrants in Washington are losing their Medicaid health coverage due to federal cuts Republicans in Congress approved last year.

Judge permanently blocks WA sheriff standards law

OLYMPIA – A judge on Friday threw out tough new job standards for county sheriffs approved by Washington lawmakers this year that critics argued would force some out of office.

WA wildfire home damage totals at least $188M, Ferguson says

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Monday asked President Donald Trump for tens of millions of dollars in federal aid to help communities recover from devastating wildfires this summer. Across the …

It’s primary election day in WA. Here’s what you need to know

Washington voters on Tuesday will start to winnow the competition in hundreds of local, state and federal races in this busy election cycle. All 98 seats in the state House and 24 in the Senate …

Ferguson proposes statewide school cellphone ban

SEATTLE — Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Tuesday that he will seek a statewide ban on student cellphone use during school hours in Washington public K-12 schools. The proposed “Away for the …

DOJ moves to vacate Jan. 6 conviction for Proud Boys leader from WA

The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to erase the conviction of a prominent leader of the Proud Boys from Washington state for his actions during the Jan. 6 storming of the U.S. Capitol. …

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Kathryn Hartman Castrodale

Kathryn passed away surrounded by friends and family in her home October 26th, 2026. Celebration of Life details to come.

Mary Rosaleen Clark

Mary Rosaleen “Rosalee” Clark, 81 Rosalee passed away at Fieldstone Memory Care on October 5, 2026. Rosalee’s ashes will be spread in a few of the places that brought her happiness …

Doyle Eugene "Gene" Starcher

Doyle Eugene “Gene” Starcher was born to Doyle and Thela Starcher on August 8th, 1939 and died peacefully on September 21st, 2026. Many in Chelan remember him as the jeweler, alongside his …

Genevieve Elaine Smith

Genevieve Elaine Smith, age 87, passed away on August 30, 2026, wrapped in the loving arms of her namesake granddaughter, Genevieve Stephens. This Amazing Woman is now in the arms of Jesus, her …

Kathryn Ann Wiley

Kathryn Ann Wiley, age 73, died Monday, September 21, 2026 at Mountainview Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born September 9, 1953 to Virgil Rudolph Hanford and Ellen Louise Southwick Hanford. …

Roy Leon McCulley

Roy McCulley – 1931 – 2026. It’s been said that few people die at 100 years old or more. Roy almost made it, passing at 95. Born in the family home of Fred and Fern McCulley, in Okanogan, …

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