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Leavenworth moves forward with purchase of car wash property

The former Cascade Quick Lube and Car Wash property will be converted to municipal use following the $1.9 million purchase by the City of Leavenworth.
LEAVENWORTH – The City of Leavenworth will be purchasing the former Cascade Quick Lube and Car Wash property for $1.9 million. The city has been considering acquiring the property, located …

Leavenworth City Council postpones decision on allowing condominiums in residential zones

LEAVENWORTH – After a heated debate, an ordinance to allow condominiums in residential zoning, intended to increase the amount of smaller dwelling units available for a lower purchase price, …
Secret Service agents assist former president Donald Trump into a vehicle after a campaign rally Saturday in Butler, Pa.

FBI names Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, as Trump rally shooting suspect

The FBI named 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks of Bethel Park, Pa., as the suspected shooter in what it described as an assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, …
Local Features
Glade Brosi and his son Wendell harvesting Bartlett pears from their Leavenworth orchard, which Brosi and his wife, Andrea, bought last year.

Roots of Abundance: pear orcharding in Leavenworth faces an uncertain future

LEAVENWORTH – Most think of Leavenworth as a Bavarian-themed village nestled in scenic beauty with a lively festival and outdoor culture. Yet, for generations, another equally compelling way of …
A picture of men and women sorting, wrapping, and packing pears by famed Pacific Northwest photographer Asahel Curtis.

Roots of Abundance: The immigrant journey through Leavenworth’s pear industry

LEAVENWORTH – Growing pears in Leavenworth began as a modest agricultural pursuit in the late 1800s. Soon, though, it blossomed into a thriving industry, drawing in not just the fruits of the …
A postcard with the image of a fruit crate label used by the Leavenworth Fruit Company. The former company’s downtown warehouse stored fruit until the 1990s and stood in Leavenworth until 2012.

Roots of abundance: A journey through Leavenworth’s Pear Industry

LEAVENWORTH – In the Odyssey, Homer describes the pears that Odysseus admires in the garden of Alcinous, King of the Phaeacians, as one of the ‘gifts of the gods.’ The noble tradition of pear cultivation began in Leavenworth in the late 19th century and continues to this day.
The team from left to right: Noah Dahlstrom, Lily Roberts, Stephen Semansky, Danielle Lankhaar.

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

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 …

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Other News
Secret Service agents assist former president Donald Trump into a vehicle after a campaign rally Saturday in Butler, Pa.
Reactions from government leaders poured in shortly after a shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pa., Saturday afternoon, with Democrats and Republicans alike denouncing the violence. …
SPOKANE — The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for portions of central and southern Washington state as a heat wave brings above normal temperatures and creates critical …
Former president Donald Trump raises his arm with what appears to be blood on his face during a campaign rally on Saturday in Butler, Pa.
BUTLER, Pa. - Former president Donald Trump was rushed offstage from a campaign rally here on Saturday evening, where a shooting left two other people dead, authorities said. A Trump campaign …
WENATCHEE — The Columbia River Drug Task Force (CRDTF) has received a $150,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce. The funding comes at a critical time for the …
WENATCHEE — The Chelan County Sheriff's Office has been awarded an $82,054.86 grant for the Registered Sex Offender Address Verification Program. The funds, allocated by the Washington State …

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Obituaries
Sheldon (John) Inglet 77 passed peacefully June, 21, 2024 in Cashmere, Wa. He was born March 8, 1947 in Olympia, Wa. He married the love of his life Sharon (Gifford) Inglet on June 18, 1966. …
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 …

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Education
Tracey Edou <br> Cascade School District Superintendent

Cascade School District receives state support for special education funding

LEAVENWORTH – Cascade School District (CSD) will be reimbursed $111,000 by the state for special education expenses accrued during the 2023-2024 school year. “We have students who …

LEAVENWORTH – Students in Cascade School District (CSD) are attending school more often than state data shows, due to a recently discovered error in schools’ attendance reporting to the …
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.
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 …

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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

Lake Wenatchee opens for Sockeye fishing as surplus exceeds spawning goals

OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced that Lake Wenatchee will open for sockeye salmon retention starting July 22, 2024, due to projected surplus fish counts …

Forest Service imposes fire restrictions in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest as dry conditions persist

WENATCHEE - The U.S. Forest Service has implemented Stage 1 Fire Restrictions across the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, effective immediately. The decision comes as prolonged warm weather …

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 …

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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 shut out the Cascade Collegiate League Showcase team 7-0 on Saturday night at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium. Evan Cloyd led the way for the AppleSox, driving in two runs …
Daniel Johnston
WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild, members of the Western Hockey League (WHL), announced the hiring of Dan Johnston as the team’s new assistant coach, completing the team’s …
WENATCHEE — The Edmonton Riverhawks staged a late-inning comeback, scoring three runs in the top of the ninth to defeat the Wenatchee AppleSox 6-4 on Thursday night at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium. …

Don Nachbaur instructs his team on the Calgary Wranglers’ bench during a 2023-24 game. The Wenatchee Wild of the Western Hockey League announced Thursday that Nachbaur had signed to become the team’s new head coach.
WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild, proud members of the Western Hockey League (WHL), are excited to announce the hiring of Don Nachbaur as the team’s new head coach. Nachbaur …
WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee AppleSox unleashed a relentless offensive assault, scoring in seven of eight innings to rout the Edmonton Riverhawks 17-5 on Wednesday 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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