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Chelan Parks Vision 2030 Plan takes root at council meeting

Forest Pansey Redbud is an eye-catching deciduous flowering tree.
CHELAN—Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Director Paul Horne delivered the second and third pillars of the Chelan Parks Vision 2030 Plan to the city council at its April 23 bi-monthly …

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Chelan County awards $481,000 in Lodging Tax Grants for tourism projects

CHELAN COUNTY - The Chelan County Commissioners have awarded $481,000 in lodging tax grants to eight local agencies for capital projects aimed at boosting overnight tourist visits. The funds, …

Community meeting to showcase support for Chelan Butte Trails

CHELAN - The Lake Chelan Trails Alliance is inviting the public to attend the second community meeting regarding the Chelan Butte Acquisition Feasibility Study. The meeting, which aims to gather …

Chelan supports Link Transit low emissions grant application

CHELAN – The city council approved a letter of support at its April 23 bi-monthly meeting for a Link Transit application to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for its 5339(c) Low- or No …

Trio of short-term projects coming to North Central Washington roads this spring and summer

WENATCHEE – With the arrival of warmer temperatures comes a sight that’s as familiar to spring travelers in north central Washington as the winding roads and rapidly changing weather: …
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OLYMPIA - The Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) is seeking public comment on proposed rules regarding the use of synthetic media, also known as "deepfakes," in political …
EAST WENATCHEE — Thriving Together NCW, a regional nonprofit dedicated to advancing health and well-being, announces the launch of a survey designed to gather information from residents in …
Earth Day music fans, viewed from behind The Bada Bings, took in the day’s tunes.
CHELAN – Planet Earth picked a great Goldilocks site when it settled on Riverwalk Park for its annual celebration on Saturday, April 20 - not too hot, not too cold…just right. The …

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Ruby U launches speaker presentations at historic Chelan Ruby Theatre

CHELAN—The Ruby Theatre in downtown Chelan has launched a new speaker series called Ruby U. The series features free public presentations, panels, and discussions on topics of community …
The Women's Service League of NCW will hold its annual Prom Dress Giveaway on Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wenatchee Valley Mall near Sportsman's Warehouse.

Women's Service League hosts annual prom dress giveaway

WENATCHEE – This weekend, area teens, regardless of income, will have the chance to pick out the prom dress of their dreams for free, thanks to the Women's Service League of North Central …

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Chelan County Sheriff's Report

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. April 5 …
Election 2024

Hawkins makes it official, files for Chelan County Commissioner

WENATCHEE - On the first day of candidate filing week, State Senator Brad Hawkins (R-Wenatchee) officially declared his candidacy for the open position of Chelan County Commissioner, District 3. The …

Candidate Filing Week 2024 begins May 6

OLYMPIA — Interested in running for public office in Washington? The opportunity to formally declare candidacy for the 2024 elections opens online on May 6 at 8 a.m. and at elections offices …

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Legislative Coverage

Federal court redistricting ruling shakes up Washington State legislative districts, faces Republican criticism

OLYMPIA – In a development impacting Washington State politics, the Ninth Circuit Court has dismissed an emergency motion to stay a federal court decision regarding legislative district …

Blending education and technology a goal for Wellman

OLYMPIA - On the last Monday morning of the 2024 legislative session, Washington State Sen. Lisa Wellman’s office brimmed with sunlight, an early peek at spring, as she sipped tea from a white …

Counties required to adopt security system

Under a bill Secretary of State Steve Hobbs endorsed, all counties are required to install “Albert Systems,” a technology that notifies counties when there is an attempted cybersecurity …

Officers will soon be allowed to work part-time

Washington remains 51st in the nation for police officers per capita, and one answer to that problem might be allowing officers to work part-time.  SB 5424, sponsored by Sen. John Lovick, …

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Obituaries
Frances Louise (Cathey) Draggoo, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother was born on December 27, 1923 in Priest River, Idaho. In the next 100 years she lived a full and happy life. …
Robin June Cooke was born in Eureka, Kansas on June 30,1925. Robin spent most of her youth in Santa Barbara, California. It was there that Robin met Robert Lawrence and they were married shortly …
Nola Juanita (Cook) Joyner
Nola J. Joyner died of natural causes Wednesday, May 1st, at Regency Harmony House in Brewster, Washington. She was born August 17, 1922, in Elmore City, Oklahoma, the daughter of Randolph and Willie …
Robbin Mecelia Lee
Robbin Mecelia Lee (Chervenka) of Columbia Falls, Montana gracefully passed into her next great adventure into Jesus arms on April 21, 2024. She was born on September 9th, 1937 in Tacoma …
Maryann Bowie Lynch
Maryann Bowie Lynch, 76, passed away March 20, 2024, in Green Valley, Arizona after battling cancer for a second time.  She was surrounded by loving family and friends.  Maryann was …
Duane Dunbar, 75, of East Wenatchee, Washington passed away on April 18, 2024. Chapel of the Valley, East Wenatchee is handling the arrangements for the family.

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Get your event in the spotlight with Ward Media!

If you have an exciting event to share, email Reporter Quinn Propst at quinn@ward.media. We’ll showcase the five most captivating events of the week, giving your event the recognition it deserves. Even if your event isn’t among the top five, it will still be added to our events calendar and featured online. Don’t miss this chance to make your event shine!

Here is this week's list of 5 Things to do this Week.
    • Non-Profit Night

      The Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce will host Non-Profit Night on Friday, April 19 from 5-7 p.m. “Join the Lake Chelan Chamber of …

    • Earth Day Fair

      The 35th Annual Chelan Earth Day Fair will be on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Riverwalk Park. “A fun community event …

    • Entiat Kite Festival

      The Entiat Kite Festival has been rescheduled for Saturday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Entiat Kiwanis Park. Free kites will be …

    • Downtown Manson Clean Up

      The Manson Chamber of Commerce will host a Downtown Manson Clean Up on Earth Day on Monday, April 22 from 8:45-11 a.m. in downtown.  …

    • Earth Day Book Sale

      The Chelan Friends of the Public Library will hold their annual Earth Day Book Sale on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Chelan …

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Convention floor on Friday after the uproar.

GOP nearly blows up convention in attempt to save face for Reichert

SPOKANE — Washington State Republican Party leaders say they want party unity, but they torpedoed unity, at least for a bit, all for the sake of attempted control.  When it became …

Sen. Brad Hawkins, R-12

A closer look at the updated capital budget

Our state approves three budgets every two years. These budgets fund Washington’s operating ($71.9 billion), transportation ($14.6 billion), and capital ($10.3 billion) expenditures, including …
Rep. Mike Steele and Rep. Keith Goehner

Climate Commitment Act needs accountability, not scare tactics

Washington state’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA) was passed in 2021 with the goal of reducing and phasing out carbon emissions.  Unfortunately, there have been several problems with …

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Features

Local ag co-op nurtures tree fruit industry from bud to box

Since the 1930s, Northwest Wholesale, Inc., a locally owned agricultural cooperative, has been an impactful part of the tree fruit industry in North Central Washington. Cooperatives of all kinds …

For 33 consecutive years, Peterson’s Waterfront located on the shores of Lake Chelan was among a select number of RCI affiliated resorts to meet the requirements for this annual distinction as part of the RCI Resort Recognition Program®.

Peterson’s Waterfront secures RCI Gold Crown Resort designation for 33rd year

CHELAN – Peterson’s Waterfront has been awarded the RCI Gold Crown Resort® designation by RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange, for the 33rd consecutive year. This …

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Sports

AppleSox seeking host families for summer baseball season

WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee AppleSox is seeking host families to provide housing for players during the upcoming season, which runs from early June through mid-August. The team is still looking to …

Tremont Robinson-White Tremont Robinson-White of the Wenatchee Bighorns takes a shot during the team's 125-98 victory over the Salem Capitals on Friday, April 12. Robinson-White scored a season-high 36 points in the game, leading the Bighorns to snap a four-game losing streak and improve their record to 2-5 on the season.

Wenatchee Bighorns bounce back with two impressive victories

WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Bighorns have turned their season around with two convincing home victories over the weekend. After a disappointing 1-5 start to the season, the Bighorns defeated the …

Chelan Mountain Goats Sports Roundup

Track & Field: The Chelan Goats track and field team traveled to Cashmere for a meet with Brewster, Okanogan, Cascade Christian, and host Cashmere. The smaller meet provided an excellent …

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National News
U.S. soldier detained in Russia on criminal charges
Russian authorities have detained an American soldier on criminal misconduct charges, the U.S. Army said Monday. Army spokeswoman Cynthia Smith said Russia’s government had notified the …
Workers pick blueberries in greenhouses of the Agrovision firm in San Isidro Mazatepec in Jalisco.
As its workers stream to the U.S., Mexico runs short of farmhands
ETZATLÁN, Mexico - For decades, Mexicans crossed the border to pick Americans’ lettuce, grapes and strawberries. Mexico had a seemingly inexhaustible supply of farmhands - tough, …
Senate passes $1.2 trillion spending bill, averting government shutdown
The Senate approved a $1.2 trillion spending bill in the wee hours of Saturday morning to prevent a brief partial government shutdown, sending the bill to President Biden to sign into law. …
Nikki Haley meets voters during a rally at Gilbert H. Hood Middle School in Derry, N.H. on Sunday.
Nikki Haley suspends campaign for 2024 Republican presidential nomination
CHARLESTON, S.C. -  Nikki Haley , a former U.N. ambassador and governor of South Carolina, has announced she is suspending   her presidential campaign, leaving  Donald Trump  with …
Big-box stores try to stay relevant by focusing on smaller stores
Two of the biggest names in big-box retail have boosted their bets on a growing trend for brick-and-mortar sales: smaller stores. Best Buy and Macy’s this week announced plans to add …
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