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Which products are consumers most willing to pay a premium for?

Local schools resume normal operations after lockdown due to disturbance near Morgen Owings Elementary School.

The Pacific Northwest has a variety of world-class mountains, waterways, islands, and fields. It also has lakes rarely observed on Earth.

From overseeing HR at Dolco Packaging to managing staff at Wenatchee School District, Lisa Turner brings a wealth of experience to her role at Wenatchee Valley College.

The Wall Street Journal named The Gorge Amphitheater one of the most scenic concert locations in the world because of the breathtaking scenery above the Columbia River.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan was born in Washington, moved to Hollywood, and left the "glamorous life" for settling down and livin' on the farm!

Find out about the USPS Paw Program aiming to reduce mail carrier injuries from dog bites and the importance of supporting mail carriers' safety.

Crews from the Wenatchee Valley Fire Department (WVFD) were dispatched to reports of an explosion late Wednesday morning. The call came in just before noon and sent firefighters to the GS Long building in the ten block of East 9th Street in Wenatchee...

Moses Lake man's medical emergency results in truck crash outside Papa's casino.

After sparking last Sunday, the Swauk Creek Fire is continuing its steady burn in northwestern Kittitas County. The blaze is torching brush and timber in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest approximately 14 miles northeast of Cle Elum...

The words "play ball" will not be heard at the site of the new Wenatchee School District (WSD) softball complex for at least another month. The District originally planned on cutting the ribbon at its new multi-million-dollar facility in August but has had to delay the opening due to numerous construction setbacks...

Two people have injuries following a two-vehicle accident in Okanogan County. The Washington State Patrol says the wreck occurred on U.S. Highway 97 about a mile east of Monse, when a sedan driven by 51-year-old Tina Everly of Brewster, collided with a pickup truck driven by 59-year-old Daniel Bayha of Brewster...

President Biden, former President Trump and Vice President Harris are paying tribute to the victims of the 9-11 terrorist attacks today. The three are visiting the World Trade Center, and the crash sites in Shanksville; Pennsylvania, and at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia...

Gas stations, to me, are as much a part of our economic culture than almost anything. Everyone has to get gas somewhere and, fortunately, they have gas stations just about everywhere. From filling your tank to getting gas for the lawnmower or maybe even just popping in to the food mart inside in many gas stations, there's always reason to visit one...

Curious about Washington State license plate rules? Get the scoop on front plate necessities, proper display, and why covers could land you in hot water.

The owners of two Christian crosses that are the subject of Chelan County code compliance violations and enforcement actions can still apply for buiding permits, according to the Chelan County Community Development Director who is awaiting their applications. ...

Join the community at the Washington State Swap Meet in East Wenatchee! Discover unique handmade crafts, diverse vendors, and live entertainment.

Meet Galio, he's looking for a new furever home and waiting at the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society. Galio is a beautiful 4-year-old white husky mix with a gentle and affectionate personality. He is polite and calm making him easy to walk on a leash...

Fire retardant contains ammonium phosphate - a dangerous chemical that will kill fish if it lands in waterways. In Washington, this can affect salmon and other key aquatic species.

Discover the secrets behind North Central Washington's corn harvest! Learn how corn varieties like Quincy Corn play a role in predicting winter weather patterns.

Join us at the WVC Foundation's Food Truck Knight event for a fun-filled evening supporting education access and student success initiatives!

Students at Orchard Middle School in Wenatchee are no longer feeling the heat after the installation of several fixes to the building's HVAC system. On July 8, Orchard's cooling units failed while students were on summer break, but the replacement parts needed for repairs did not arrive in time to have the air conditioning up and running when kids went back to class last month...

Discover how a local man's scheme to roll back odometers on used cars led to federal charges and potential prison time.

Chelan, WA secures $140,000 grant for safety improvements supported by Senator Cantwell.