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Work begins on Osborn Playground replacement project

The former playground at the Osborn Elementary site will be replaced, with the new playground anticipated to be complete in six to eight weeks.
LEAVENWORTH—The playground at the former Osborn Elementary School site is officially gone, and new equipment is on the way. Under the Osborn Playground Replacement Project, the site will …

Wenatchee AppleSox set to host Military Appreciation Night on Tuesday

WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee AppleSox will return to action on Tuesday, July 2, hosting a Military Appreciation Night at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium. The AppleSox will face off against the Victoria …

Tierra Learning Center to host Leavenworth Wine Classic

LEAVENWORTH — Tierra Learning Center announced plans to host the inaugural Leavenworth Wine Classic on July 13. The event aims to celebrate and support the center's mission of empowering …
Local Features

Pizza on the move: Caravan Woodfired Pizza bakes artisanal pies anywhere and everywhere

The team from left to right: Noah Dahlstrom, Lily Roberts, Stephen Semansky, Danielle Lankhaar.
LEAVENWORTH – For Caravan Woodfired Pizza, fresh, artisanal pizza is available wherever, and whenever, with its pizza oven on wheels. “It is a relatively simple business. You pull up …
“A Cashmere Kid” author, Rolland “Rollie” Schmitten.

“Greater Lake Wenatchee Area History'' author to debut historical memoir

CASHMERE – Local historian and author Rolland “Rollie” Schmitten will be debuting his latest book, “A Cashmere Kid,” during Founder’s Day Weekend at the Cashmere …
Bavarian Bagel Co. owners from left to right: Sage Worden, Sydney Lapinski, and Taylor Lapinski.

Bavarian Bagel Co. finds success with innovative approach to building a business in the Upper Valley

LEAVENWORTH—For Bavarian Bagel Co., a new bagel company based in Leavenworth, no storefront is no problem for getting the word out about its delicious hand-rolled, boiled bagels. The bagel …
The Cheesemonger’s shop owner John Pistoresi, earned the nickname “Pesto” in high school, inspiring the name of his new sandwich shop.

The Cheesemonger’s Shop owner to open Italian sandwich shop

LEAVENWORTH –  The Cheesemonger’s Shop owner John Pistoresi is set to open Pesto’s La Panineria, a new Italian sandwich shop, in the former location of Viadolce Gelato, this …
Wenatchee Public Library employees Chelsea Evans and Molly Schuringa display snowflakes, made from popsicle sticks by youth at the Chelan County Juvenile Detention Center.

Library outreach brings hope to incarcerated youth

WENATCHEE—For Wenatchee Public Library employees Chelsea Evans and Molly Schuringa, outreach with youth at the Chelan County Juvenile Detention Center is one of their favorite parts of their …

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Other News
The restoration project will restore Peshastin Creek similar to its historical shape.
PESHASTIN – After decades of degradation and reshaping, Lower Peshastin Creek will be returning to near its historical shape, providing better habitat for Spring chinook, steelhead, and bull …
Swedish company Flightradar24’s flight tracking map of the Forest Service contracted helicopter, a Bell 205A-1 operated by Coastal Helicopters, that circled Tumwater Mountain on Wednesday, June 26, and inserted a crew of four and their equipment to knock down a lightning-ignited fire.
LEAVENWORTH - Despite the unusually cool start to summer in the Upper Wenatchee Valley this year, the thunderstorms that rolled through the area on Wednesday morning, June 26, followed by the …
LEAVENWORTH – Tenants renting within city limits may see more local protections from rent hikes as early as this summer. During its June 25 Study Session, City Council opened the discussion to …
WENATCHEE — Link Transit has awarded five local organizations with used vans as part of its new surplus van grant program. The recipients of this inaugural round of grants include …
BJ Louws of the Louws Truss team prepares to tee off. The team, including Darin Huseby, Roy Schiferl, and Jack Louws, claimed first place in the Low Gross category.
LAKE WENATCHEE— The Cascade Medical Foundation's annual golf tournament raised approximately $45,000 for local healthcare initiatives. The Marson and Marson Cascade Golf Classic, held on …

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Obituaries
Born on April 24, 1956, in Spokane, Washington, to Roger and Mardette Flodin, Kerry Flodin was a talented visual artist and a man who loved his family, good music, the island lifestyle, and good …
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Diane Lou Norman on Saturday, May 18th, 2024, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee at the age of 89 years. Diane was born in …
Barbara Joan (McKinney) Bergeron August 27, 1934 –May 2, 2024 Barbara “Barb” Joan Bergeron passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 2, 2024, leaving behind a life well lived. Barb …
John W. Parish
John passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024 at his mountain home he built and cherished overlooking the Icicle Valley.  John was born February 3, 1933 to Donald and Jesse Parish in …
Dora Imojean Martensen, 89, a longtime resident of Leavenworth, Washington passed away with family by her side on April 26, 2024.  Imojean was born on October 26, 1934 in Dandridge, Tennessee to …
Dwight Goehner was born to Walter and Alvina Goehner in May of 1957. He joined his sister Naomi and brother Keith in a loving Christian home, surrounded by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, most of …

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Education
Isabella Garcia leads an ensemble of soloists, accompanists, and choristers in the finale performance of the Cascade Choir Crescendo Campaign at Snowy Owl Theater on July 11.

Cascade Choir Crescendo campaign benefit concert at Snowy Owl packs the house

LEAVENWORTH - It was standing room only in Icicle Creek Center for the Arts’ (ICCA) Snowy Owl Theater on the evening of June 11 at the concert to support choir programs at Icicle River Middle …

Angela Gunter at Graduation with many congratulatory bouquets of flowers.
LEAVENWORTH—Angela Gunter, a recent Cascade High School graduate, clearly sees the path ahead, and she’s been striving toward it for a long time. This fall, she will attend the University …
WENATCHEE - The Washington Apple Education Foundation (WAEF) has awarded scholarships to several students from the Leavenworth, Peshastin, and Dryden areas who have ties to the tree fruit industry. …
The cameras caught some of the first footage of the return of wolves in the Upper Valley.
PLAIN – Every year, Beaver Valley Elementary releases a highlight reel of the most interesting video clips of wildlife caught on its game cameras. This year, the school captured enough exciting …

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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. May 31 …

Outdoors

WDFW expands Entiat River Chinook Salmon season

OLYMPIA — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced Monday changes to the summer Chinook salmon fishing season on the Entiat River, set to begin earlier than usual this …
People dip for smelt on the Cowlitz River near Castle Rock, WA during the 2024 recreational smelt fishery.

New law requires recreational fishing license for freshwater smelt, crawfish, and carp

OLYMPIA, - Gov. Jay Inslee signed legislation requiring Washington fishers to possess a recreational fishing license for freshwater smelt, crawfish, and carp. The new law, which goes into effect on …

National Forests offer free admission for Get Outdoors Day

PORTLAND - The USDA Forest Service's Pacific Northwest Region is encouraging the public to enjoy the great outdoors by waiving day-use fees at most recreation sites in national forests across …

Cast your line for free during Washington's Annual Free Fishing Weekend

OLYMPIA - Fishing enthusiasts across Washington state are gearing up for the annual Free Fishing Weekend, set to take place on June 8-9. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is …

Hatchery spring Chinook season opens on Cascade River

OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has announced the opening of a portion of the Cascade River to fishing for hatchery spring Chinook salmon. The season will run from May …

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Election 2024

Candidates certified for Washington's August 6 primary election

OLYMPIA - The Office of the Secretary of State has officially certified candidates for Washington's upcoming August 6 Primary election. The certification took place on Tuesday in the Legislative …

Auditor seeks residents for ballot measure committees

WENATCHEE - The Chelan County Auditor's Office seeks individuals to serve on "For" or "Against" committees for ballot measures in the upcoming August 6 Special Election Local Voters' Pamphlet. The …

Brian Burnett announces candidacy for State Representative, District 12

WENATCHEE—Former Chelan County Sheriff Brian Burnett is running for State Representative, District 12, Position 1, as a Republican candidate. The announcement, made through a press release, …

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 …

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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.
    • Books+Board Games meetup

      The Leavenworth Library will host a Books+Board Games Meetup on Thursday, June 20, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. “This library meetup is for …

    • Book signing

      A Book for All Seasons will host a book signing by local author Teri Fink on Saturday, June 22, from 1 to 3 p.m. “A Book for All …

    • Jr Ranger Program

      Lake Wenatchee State Park will hold its Jr. Ranger Program on Sunday, June 23, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the South Park Amphitheater.  …

    • Folkloric dance series

      The Peshastin Library will host a Mexican folkloric dance class series with local teacher Sandy Zárate at the Peshastin Dryden Elementary …

    • Naturalists on the River

      Join Wenatchee River Institute, in partnership with Leavenworth Outdoor Center, on a relaxing evening paddle down the Wenatchee River on …

Sports
WENATCHEE -- The Wenatchee AppleSox staged a late-game comeback to defeat the Bellingham Bells 11-8 on Sunday, positioning themselves to potentially clinch the West Coast League's North Division …
BELLINGHAM — Quincy Vassar delivered a masterful performance on the mound, but it wasn't enough as the Wenatchee AppleSox fell to the Bellingham Bells 1-0 on Saturday night at Joe Martin Field. …
BELLINGHAM - In a tense extra-inning battle, the Bellingham Bells edged out the Wenatchee AppleSox 1-0 on Friday night at Joe Martin Field. The game remained scoreless through regulation, finally …

WENATCHEE -- The Wenatchee AppleSox continued their dominant run in the West Coast League, sweeping the Kelowna Falcons with a 14-7 victory on Wednesday night at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium. Max …
WENATCHEE -- The Wenatchee AppleSox secured their third consecutive victory, edging out the Kelowna Falcons 7-5 in a tightly contested West Coast League matchup on Tuesday night at Paul Thomas Sr. …

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Opinion
Terry Ward, Publisher
As the publisher of our local newspaper, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the recent Pew Research Center report on the changing relationship between Americans and their local news outlets. The …
Convention floor on Friday after the uproar.
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
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
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 …
Letters
The 2024 Upper Valley Empty Bowls Festival just concluded on Thursday, March 21 st .  This long standing festival, this the 28 th season, is only possible because it is loved by our village, and …
Rhona Baron (The Whistle) has written several pieces regarding the current city’s approach to building codes, which have provided misleading facts and incomplete analyses. She and others have …
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