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Washington-based feature film highlights Cashmere, Leavenworth

CASHMERE – Cashmere, Leavenworth, and US-2 will be featured in “Evergreens,” a Washington-based feature-length film. The cast and crew spent multiple days filming at the Outpost …

WENATCHEE - Federal and state officials will host a virtual community meeting on July 30 to discuss the ongoing Central Washington Initiative, a comprehensive effort to reduce wildfire risks and …

WVC crafts new strategic plan to strengthen community and address equity

WENATCHEE—Wenatchee Valley College is developing a new strategic plan to enhance its community focus, address equity gaps, and maintain academic excellence. WVC President Dr. Faimous …

Brewster’s Digital Equity Day, marking one year since closing the digital divide

BREWSTER—The city council approved a proclamation designating Sept. 8 as Digital Equity Day, just a month shy of the Oct. 5, 2023, one-year anniversary of groundbreaking ceremonies marking the …

Renovation work underway in Bridgeport’s Berryman Park

BRIDGEPORT – Renovation work was underway in Berryman Park when the Bridgeport Revitalization Committee met in the city hall conference room on Wednesday, July 18. J.M. Construction of …

Brewster leads the field for funded infrastructure projects

BREWSTER – A public hearing was held, and a resolution approved for the city’s 2024-29 Six Year Street Plan at the regular monthly of the city council last Thursday, July 18, but that was …

Young cowboys and cowgirls set to compete at annual Chelan Jr. Rodeo

CHELAN – Young rodeo enthusiasts and their families are gearing up for the annual Chelan Jr. Rodeo on Saturday, July 27 and 28.  The rodeo is put on by the Chelan Rustlers Saddle Club …

WENATCHEE — NCW Libraries is offering a virtual workshop on garden doodling as part of its summer library program on August 14 from 3:00-4:30 pm. Artist Rosemary Jones will lead the online …

Bridgeport considers total fireworks ban following public safety concerns

BRIDGEPORT – The days may be numbered for fireworks within the city limits following comments from residents and the Douglas County Sheriff at the regular monthly meeting of the city council on …

PATEROS – The city council selected a $1.5 million contract bid, applied for a near-$650,000 RCO grant, and approved a new fall music event at its regular monthly meeting on July 15. …

Quilts of Valor wrap three Nespelem veterans

NESPELEM – A trio of Nespelem veterans are feeling the warmth of appreciation and recognition following a presentation on July 9 by the North Central Quilts of Valor chapter in Tonasket. John …

WENATCHEE—The Columbia River Drug Task Force (CRDTF) acquired $150,000 in grant funding from the Washington State Department of Commerce. The grant was allocated following a direct Ellensburg …

Pateros secures $2.5 Million HUD Grant for Mall Revitalization Project

PATEROS—City officials learned late last month that the city's $2.5 million grant application for the Mall Revitalization Project, submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development …

IV Pro Mobile brings hydration, wellness to your doorstep

WENTACHEE – Through her two decades of nursing experience Aura Brazill saw a need for hydration and wellness care outside of the confines of the hospital.  That prompted her to start …

Ten-year Recovery and Reflection event looks back…and ahead

PATEROS – Ten years ago this month, the first of several devastating wildfires consumed homes, changed lives, and ushered in a reminder that fire is no respecter of people or property. The 2014 …

Brewster Chamber processes one Independence Day, plans the next

BREWSTER—A post-event analysis of the U.S. Independence Day festivities just passed, and plans for the upcoming Dia de la Independencia de Mexico (Mexican Independence Day) on Sept. 16 were …

Biden, Democrats, Republicans denounce shooting at Trump rally

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 …

Trump safe after shooting that is being investigated as assassination attempt

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 …

New documentary to spotlight pioneer Okanogan photographer Frank Matsura

OKANOGAN—Frank Matsura, the early 20th-century photographer who recorded many aspects of early county life, is the subject of a new documentary scheduled for a 2025 debut. Members of the …

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