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Family Health Centers expanding dental care access in Okanogan County

An architectural rendering of the planned expansion to Family Health Centers' Omak campus. The expanded facility will include a new dental clinic with 18 additional operatories, allowing FHC to significantly increase access to oral health care services for the Okanogan County community. The modern, spacious design of the building aligns with FHC's mission to improve the health and well-being of the populations they serve.
OMAK - Family Health Centers (FHC) has announced plans to expand its Omak campus at 1003 Koala Drive by adding a new dental clinic. This expansion aims to increase access to oral health care for all …
Krezientez, performing on a flatbed trailer at the intersection of Sixth and Main, was one of three bands that performed during the Saturday event.

Brewster dances with the horses at second annual Dia de las Madres

BREWSTER – For the second consecutive year, Dia De las Madres (Day of the Mothers) took over the town on Saturday, May 11, as music, dancing, food, and fun attracted a large crowd of revelers …

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Local Features
The 18-hole Sands course opened in 2014.

The Barn opens at Gamble Sands, precursor to major expansion

BREWSTER – The newest addition to the Gamble Sands golf, dining, and lodging experience 10 miles east of Brewster, The Barn, billed as the “newest dining hotspot and coolest hangout in …
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 …

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 …

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Legislative Coverage
House Republican Deputy Leader Mike Steele (left) and Senate Republican Leader John Braun

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 …

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Sports

Bears win District 6 track and field championship, 17 on to state

The Brewster Bears track and field team poses with its District 6 Championship trophy. Seventeen on the team have qualified for the state meet in Yakima.
BREWSTER—The Bears varsity track and field team made a clean sweep of the District 6 Championship held on its home ground last Thursday, May 16. Both boys’ and girls’ teams turned …
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Wenatchee Wild announce extensions for Mendelson, provincial scouting staff
WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild, proud members of the Western Hockey League (WHL), are excited to announce that Director of Scouting Leigh Mendelson has signed a two-year contract …
Cashmere ends Mustangs’ state run, 4-1
WENATCHEE – The Bridgeport Mustangs varsity soccer team came up three goals short in their loser-out game against the Cashmere Tigers at the Wenatchee Apple Bowl, last Saturday, May 11.  …
The throw to second base was not in time to tag out this Okanogan runner.
Lady Bears softball team falls to Okanogan, 17-7
OKANOGAN – The Lady Bears varsity baseball team dropped a 17-7 battle against the Bulldogs at Okanogan last Saturday, May 10, in their continuing hunt for a spot at state. Brewster had …

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Opinion
Terry Ward, Publisher

Local journalism needs your support more than ever

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 …

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BRIDGEPORT – Two presentations opened the regular monthly meeting of the city council on Wednesday, May 15.  Qristian Solorio, Chief of the Bridgeport Volunteer Fire Department, …
The Okanogan County Tourism Council is providing this kiosk frame to county cities on assemble and install to display visitor information.
BREWSTER – The Chamber of Commerce discussed potential site selections for a new information kiosk on city property during its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, May 8. The Okanogan County …
BREWSTER – Last Jan. 30 more than two dozen representatives from cities, churches, and community service organizations met for a Building Bridges luncheon at the American Legion Columbia Post …
TOAR Consultant, Jeanine Foucher, left, and Transport Coordinator, Stephanie Kraemer, pose among pallets of donated pet food.
OKANOGAN – Having a pet – or pets – rewarding as that is, can be expensive if all needs are addressed. Food, shelter, and medical care are among the most constant of those vitals, …

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Obituaries
Our beloved father, and grandfather Gale Charles DePriest of Pateros, Washington, died peacefully April 14, 2024, at the age of 80. He was the youngest of two sets of twins born in Longview, …
Gale Charles DePriest, 80, of Pateros- Alta Lake, Washington passed away on April 14, 2024. Barnes Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family. 
John Robert Myers, 70, of Carlton, Washington passed away on April 7, 2024. Barnes Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family.
Drusilla Pearl Hill, 81, of Winthrop, Washington passed away on April 8, 2024. Barnes Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family.
Richard Hamel, 87, of Winthrop, Washington passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024. Barnes Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family.
Gerald Evans, 83, of Winthrop, Washington passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Barnes Chapel 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.
    • Bridgeport story time

      The Bridgeport Library will host Toddler Rhyme/Story Time on Friday, May 17 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. “Join us for a fun hour of stories, …

    • Wenatchee Valley College May Fest

      Wenatchee Valley College at Omak will host the 2nd Annual May Fest on Friday, May 17 from 4-8 p.m. in the back parking lot of campus. The …

    • Chelan Memorial Day Parade

      The 27th Annual Chelan Memorial Day Parade and Appreciation Reception will be on Thursday, May 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Historic Downtown …

    • Tiny Tales Puppet Show

      The Chelan Public Library will host Tiny Tales Puppet Show on Thursday, May 23 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. “Join the Chelan Public Library for a …

    • Live music with Eric Link

      Endless Orchard Hard Cider in Chelan will host live music by Eric Link on Friday, May 17 from 3-6 p.m. “Join us for an evening with Eric …

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Knowing the Signs of Stroke
(Family Features) Stroke can happen to anyone - it happens to more than 800,000 people every year in the United States. Knowing the signs of stroke and how to prevent it can help protect you or your loved ones from disabilities caused by stroke.
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(Family Features) As you're making your emergency preparedness checklist, it's also important to protect your heart and overall health in the wake of a hurricane, tornado or other natural disaster.

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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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