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East Wenatchee may soon explore a public safety sales tax, which according to Councilman Mark Botello would ease the financial burden of incarceration.

Chelan PUD has hired three new senior managers in recent months.  The utility announced the newest members in a Wednesday news release; Chief Energy Resources Officer Janet Jaspers Chief Financial and Risk Officer Sridhar Krishnan Dan Koch, Chief Operating Officer. ...

Explore some of the cutest and most historic main streets in the great state of Washington, perfect for a weekend getaway!

The Wenatchee High School Band Booster Club will host the annual Holiday Craft Bazaar at Wenatchee High School this Saturday. Funds from the fees paid by the vendors for display space will go towards  Wenatchee High School music programs like the Golden Apple Marching Band, Jazz Band, and the Wind Ensemble. ...

Exciting events ahead in Wenatchee! Attend the Wenatchee Wild Teddy Bear Toss and Wenatchee Cornhole Toy Drive on December 8th.

A home has heavy damage and two pets are dead following a Tuesday afternoon fire in Moses Lake. Crews with the Moses Lake Fire Department were dispatched to the blaze on West Texas Street at around 3:30 p.m. and arrived to find flames and thick, black smoke billowing from the rear of the single-story residence...

Daylight Saving Time Could be Ending in WA

Tired of the daily grind? Join Joss Paddock's meditation classes in Wenatchee for peace and reflection.

The amount of money people have to spend on Christmas lighting in some areas of the country is enough to make the season NOT so merry and bright.

Discover the shocking rise in car thefts across the US, with Washington state showing a 65% increase. Find out which cities are most affected.

The City of Wenatchee is inviting anyone interested in applying for an appointment to the City Council to attend a Meet and Greet session on Thursday, Dec. 5th. The vacancy is the result of Council member Keith Huffaker's decision to relocate away from Wenatchee...

The Chelan County Commissioners are adding a little more time to their schedule to handle hearings regarding the County's 2025 budget. County spokesperson, Jill FitzSimmons, says the hearings had originally been planned exclusively for Monday, Dec...

Discover this magical Christmas town filled with festive shopping, giant pretzels, and stunning scenery.

Chelan PUD encourages community feedback on 'Imagine 2075' plan, emphasizing transparency and open dialogue.

A man who had been wanted for numerous violent crimes in Walla Walla County has died in Grant County. The Moses Lake Police Department says the man was killed by a self-inflicted gunshot wound in the 100 block of Westshore Drive Northeast in Moses Lake on Monday evening...

Unique Christmas traditions in every state - Including WA Every unique place around our great country has a different unique way of celebrating the Holiday months. Some places due to climate don't have a white Christmas. Other small communities make trees out of lobster traps and beer kegs...

Explore expert tips from law enforcement on preventing car thefts and home invasions in your neighborhood.

Rosie is this week's selection as Pet of the Week at Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (WVHS) She is a 3 year old Husky mix, coming to the shelter from a home where she previously lived well with other dogs.  Like most huskies, she will do best in a home without cats or small animals.  A secure bac...

I'm here to tell you that there is a great argument for the SECOND greatest player to don the blue and green, but there is ZERO argument against the guy in the top spot.

Fire at Pershing St. residence in Wenatchee displaces families, but firefighters save pets and prevent injuries.

Discover the vulnerability of Chelan County to landslides, with 95% of its land at risk. Stay vigilant and follow county-issued safety guidelines.

An elderly Grant County is dead following a two-vehicle collision involving a semi-truck. The Grant County Sheriff's Office says it happened last Wednesday, Nov. 27, at around 2 p.m. on Adams Road North, when 90-year-old Larry L. Pearl of Quincy rear-ended a tanker truck driven by 57-year-old Armando Lerena of Quincy...

Embark on a journey through time as you explore the remnants of Washington State's coal mining past at Melmont Ghost Town.

Join Pinnacles Prep in empowering students with hands-on, experiential learning through their upcoming mini-internship program.