OLYMPIA - Democratic state lawmakers are again pushing a proposal to restrict rent hikes across Washington. Despite the rent cap bill’s dramatic failure last session, backers say its …

OLYMPIA - Washington Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson released his blueprint Thursday for chopping billions in state spending while investing millions in education and public safety in his first term …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County officials are seeking applicants to fill a vacant position on the county's Planning Commission following the resignation of commissioner David Donovick. The …

OLYMPIA - Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson on Wednesday named Julie Meredith, who manages massive road and highway projects like the replacement of the Alaskan Way Viaduct and State Route 520 floating bridge, …

MANSON - A public open house is set for January 16 to discuss the first phase of a major road improvement project along Totem Pole Road. The event, scheduled for 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Manson High …

WENATCHEE — Wenatchee Valley College has appointed Tracy Donnelly as the new dean of Allied Health and Professional Technical Programs, a position she began December 9. In her new …

CHELAN — A section of wooden boardwalk at Riverwalk Park in Chelan has been closed after sustaining damage from fallen trees. The Chelan Public Utility District has implemented a temporary …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County officials announced plans to expand their annual Homeless Point in Time Count to three locations on January 30 to better identify individuals experiencing homelessness …

Conservation advocates and a federal wildlife agency are offering $20,000 for information on each of three recent wolf poaching incidents in Washington.  Since October, three gray wolves …

CHELAN — The Lake Chelan School District announced that 21 of its educators have achieved National Board Certification, the highest credential in the teaching profession. The district also …

MANSON - The Chelan Valley Republican Women (CVRW) announced they will commence their 2025 calendar of events with a community leadership forum at Radiance Winery in downtown Manson on Thursday, …

CHELAN – Chelan Parking passes are now available for Chelan and Chelan Valley residents. The passes provide access to parking at Don Morse Park, Lakeshore Marina and Lakeside Park. …

CHELAN – The Lake Chelan Wine Alliance will expand its tasting experiences this year to include Boise and will again visit Spokane. Lake Chelan Wine Alliance’s Director of Community …

CHELAN – Lake Chelan Health Guild B recently presented two donations to Lake Chelan Health Hospital.  Lake Chelan Health Guild B works to support the greater Chelan community and …

OLYMPIA — The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission will convene a virtual meeting Friday to address proposed commercial whale watching regulations and other matters. The three-hour …

WENATCHEE — The U.S. Forest Service will hold a public meeting this month to discuss proposed changes to the Northwest Forest Plan, which has guided federal forest management since 1994. …

WENATCHEE — The Cascadia Conservation District announced its upcoming Regular Board meeting will be held in a hybrid format, offering both in-person and remote attendance options on Friday, …

WENATCHEE - The Community Foundation of NCW is now accepting scholarship applications for students who plan to attend community college, university, or trade school in Fall 2025.   …

WENATCHEE — Link Transit launched expanded public transportation services across North Central Washington on January 6, adding earlier departure times and enhanced weekend coverage to 11 routes …

WENATCHEE - Chelan County will hold a public hearing on proposed modifications to the county's short-term rental regulations, as officials continue to refine rules governing vacation rentals in the …