Saturday, March 15, 2025
LEAVENWORTH - The contentious plan to erect a 70-foot illuminated cross on Tumwater Mountain has been abruptly halted following a week of dramatic developments that exposed conflicting statements and …
LEAVENWORTH – A new business in Leavenworth is helping landowners transform their properties using sustainable, regenerative practices. Shelter and Seeds, owned by Sean Eriksen, …
LEAVENWORTH – The Leavenworth brush drop-off site will not reopen this spring after Chelan County Public Works announced its permanent closure. The county-operated brush site, …
LEAVENWORTH — The controversial Tumwater Mountain cross project near Leavenworth has been terminated after the property owner withdrew their building application, according to Chelan County …
OLYMPIA - Democrats in the Washington state House on Tuesday approved a revamped plan to provide $100 million in grants to local police departments to hire more officers. The vote on House …
LEAVENWORTH - A dramatic turn of events unfolded at the Tuesday Leavenworth City Council meeting, effectively ending the contentious Tumwater Mountain cross project. In a stunning announcement, …
OLYMPIA — The Washington state House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation that would provide financial assistance to local law enforcement aviation support units. House Bill …
OLYMPIA — A new interactive online tool is helping partners and organizations across Washington state plan for additional electric vehicle chargers, making it easier to expand charging access …
OLYMPIA - A bill to cap yearly rent increases cleared the Washington state House on Monday following a spirited debate on whether such limits will bring greater security for tenants or higher prices …
OLYMPIA - As an agricultural worker in Wapato, Washington, Sandra D. works with her husband to support her three children. Like many immigrants, Sandra came to the United States looking …
WENATCHEE — NCW Libraries has introduced new Citizenship Kits to its collection, designed to assist individuals preparing for the United States Naturalization exam, the regional library system …
MIDWAY, Utah - The 2025 Cross Country Skiing Junior Nationals kicked off Monday at the Soldier Hollow Nordic Center, with athletes from across the country gathering for what organizers describe as …
WENATCHEE — Pybus Public Market will host its 10th Annual Nonprofit Day on Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., bringing together approximately 50 nonprofit organizations from across the …
LEAVENWORTH – Last year, Blackbird Island Pond, a designated fishing spot for youth and seniors, was forced to end its fishing season in July due to failing infrastructure. Without necessary …
OLYMPIA - Democrats in the Washington state House on Saturday approved an overhaul of the state’s system for buying guns. House Bill 1163 would require a state permit to purchase …
WENATCHEE — Camp Fire North Central Washington Council will hold its annual auction fundraiser on Saturday, March 29, at the Wenatchee Convention Center, with proceeds benefiting Camp Zanika …
WENATCHEE — The Leadership Institute of North Central Washington celebrated the graduation of its inaugural cohort on February 27, with 26 students from four counties completing an intensive …
DRYDEN – Chelan County Fire District #6 has not updated its levy rate, which funds 99 percent of its operations, since 1955. Now, it’s facing a $10.7 million funding gap that threatens …
LEAVENWORTH – At the Leavenworth Fire Hall Thursday evening, the Board of Chelan County Commissioners (the “Commissioners”) concluded a series of “community-led discussions” …
SKYKOMISH – As spring nears, Stevens Pass is looking towards the 2025-2026 winter season. The ski resort recently launched ticket sales and announced significant changes to its parking program …