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Some youngsters at a recent Pateros High School football game were more interested in the school’s new playground equipment than the game. Mike Maltais/Ward Media
The vibrant Nature's Window will increase knowledge and appreciation of wildlife from around the world in a unique museum setting. It is slated to open in mid-October near Knapp's Hill Tunnel. Photo Courtesy of Terry LaBrue
CHELAN - When local businessman Shannon Kollmeyer began planning to donate his extensive taxidermy collection, he and his wife Cris considered several alternatives. They evaluated numerous museums, colleges, and universities as potential recipients. The Kollmeyers soon discovered these options were...
A jet ski tows the overturned Monkey Business back to the dock and waiting crew members. MIKE MALTAIS/WARD MEDIA
Brewster – The second annual Brewster Thunderfest – Tony Newton Memorial Regatta unleashed its own hydro-power brand of high-speed adrenaline thrills – and even a spill - at Columbia Cove on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 2-3.
The “spill” – in this case, a flip – came during the Saturday afternoon...
In an age dominated by headlines from around the world and a seemingly endless stream of information at our fingertips, it's easy to overlook the profound impact local journalism has on our lives and communities. Today, I want to remind you why it's crucial to support local journalism, not just as...
The Clint Ames home, lost in the 2020 Pearl Hill wildfire on the Colville Reservation, was among three new residences dedicated during ceremonies held by the Okanogan County Long Term Recovery Group last Friday, Sept. 1. Read the complete story in next week’s Quad City Herald. MIKE MALTAIS/WARD MEDIA
A healthy pronghorn antelope buck appears to be finding plenty to eat on the open expanses of the Colville Reservation. The Colville Confederated Tribes began reintroducing antelope to the reservation in 2016. Mike Maltais/Ward Media
Wenatchee -The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society’s largest fundraiser of the year, the Pawscars Awards Gala is Saturday, September 23 at the Wenatchee Convention Center. The community is urged to purchase a ticket at $100 per seat or a table for 10 seats for $950 by September 1.
This Oscars-style...
BREWSTER - The Brewster Public Library will be temporarily closed beginning Wednesday, August 30. The last day of service will be Tuesday, August 29.
“After several years of planning and preparation, we are so excited to see the first results of the Reimagining Spaces Project at the Brewster...
Brewster Director of Finance Misty Ruiz fits a young bike rider with a new safety helmet at the recent End-of-Summer Hangout held by the Brewster Police Department. Along with free root beer floats parents could request free car seat safety checks and even receive a new seat if needed. Mike Maltais/QCH
BRIDGEPORT – At its regular August meeting the city council addressed a pair of weighty issues that warrant prompt attention, one before winter snow requires street plowing and the other for continued law enforcement coverage.
The city, together with other small communities in Douglas County, has...
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