Adrienne Douke
WSDOT SR-20 North Cascades Highway Update
Persistent winter weather continues to prevent the re-opening of SR-20 North Cascades Highway. Washington State Department of Transportation Communications Manager Lauren Loebsack says eastside crews have encountered 7 and 1/2 feet of snow up on Rainy Pass
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Campgrounds In The National Forest Are Beginning To Open Up
Although most National Forest campgrounds are still closed to camping, in the next few weeks campers can anticipate several campgrounds opening up.
Robin DeMario with the National Forest Service, says there is good news for campers who are ready to enjoy the great outdoors
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City Of Wenatchee Parks, Recreation And Cultural Services Offering Spring Youth Track And Field Program
The City of Wenatchee Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services is accepting registrations for the Spring Youth Track & Field Program. Boys and girls ages 7-10 are invited to register for practice.
Recreation Supervisor Caryl Andres with The City of Wenatchee Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services says practices will begin the second week of May. "We start
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North Central Washington Libraries Offers Family Passes For Ohme Gardens and The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center
North Central Washington Libraries are offering family passes to Ohme Gardens and The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center. NCW Public Relations Specialist Michelle McNiel says the two separate passes allow unlimited entry to either Ohme Gardens or the Wenatchee Museum for the two week check out period
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Mission Ridge Extends Ski Season
A historic spring snowstorm has extended the skiing season at Mission Ridge until May 1st. A record four feet of fresh snow fell a week ago, and the ski hills will be open for weekend skiing.
The heavy snow created the perfect conditions for a longer ski season for the first time in 39 years
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Wenatchee Valley Humane Society Encourages Pet Owners To License and Register Their Pets
For pet owners, it is a terrifying experience if their furbaby goes missing. The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society says licensing and registering your pet is a good way to ensure your pet's safety if they get lost.
Katelynn English, Communication and Administration Coordinator for the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society, says that licensing your pet is a good way to minimize that worry
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The Curve Of Death-CPR Saves Lives
Heart attacks are the leading cause of death in the United States for men, women and children, and across most racial and ethnic groups. Quick thinking and quick administration of CPR can and does save lives.
Shawn Ballard, co-owner of Ballard Ambulance, says it is possible to survive a heart attack if CPR is administered within the first 10 minutes of a cardiac event
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National Forest Opening Soon For Morel Mushroom Harvest
Morel Mushroom commercial and personal use harvest permits will go on sale May 2, 2022.
Robin DeMario with the National Forest says commercial mushroom hunting permits are available for purchase at Forest Service offices in Winthrop, Chelan, Cle Elum and Naches
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