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Man rescued from submerged vehicle in Lake Chelan expected to survive

Workers use a barge and crane to retrieve a vehicle from Lake Chelan after a Colville man crashed his SUV into the lake Monday evening. Manson and Chelan Fire Departments worked to free the man and were able to start CPR before he was Life-Flighted to Harborview Medical Center. The man is expected to survive.
MANSON– The Colville man who was rescued from a submerged vehicle in Lake Chelan is expected to survive.  Erik G. Korbely, 37, was life-flighted to Harborview Medical Center Monday …
Timi Starkweather, former Heritage Heights Board Chair, is shown with Christian Hansen (left) and Mike Campeau (right) of the CareAge Construction crew, which has started construction of the Memory Care Unit, End-of-Life Suites, kitchen remodel, and other upgrades at Heritage Heights.
Heritage Heights breaks ground on $3.4M renovation to expand care services
CHELAN - Heritage Heights of Lake Chelan, a non-profit residential facility providing assisted living and respite services for the past 28 years in the Lake Chelan Valley, held their …
He’s filling the boots, and soon, nine-year-old Juan Pio, shown here riding with his father, Luis, will fill the saddle as he performs on his dancing mount during the festivities.
Brewster dances with the horses at second annual Dia de las Madres
BREWSTER – For the second consecutive year, Dia De las Madres (Day of the Mothers) took over the town on Saturday, May 11, as music, dancing, food, and fun attracted a large crowd of revelers …
The Salmon Lifecycle Landscape Interpretive Trail Project will be located at Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery.
Design discussions restart on hatchery’s salmon life cycle trail
LEAVENWORTH – With new momentum from recent grant funding, Cascade Fisheries, along with local and regional partners, is revisiting its decade-old designs for a Salmon Lifecycle Landscape …
Leavenworth approves dust control, sets rates for bear-resistant garbage totes
LEAVENWORTH – City Council addressed parking area dust problems, updated its garbage rate and fee schedule to include bear-resistant totes rates and more at its bi-monthly meeting on May 14. …
Stephanie Fuller
Lake Chelan school board member raises the alarm over growing insurance, utilities costs
CHELAN—School funding and its inadequacy were topics brought to the forefront of the May 13 monthly meeting of the Lake Chelan School District Board of Directors by board member Stephanie …
Marissa Collins<br> Executive Director<br> Wellness Place
New Executive Director brings personal connection to Wellness Place mission
WENATCHEE — Wellness Place, a local nonprofit that supports individuals facing cancer in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties, has named Marissa Collins its new Executive Director. …
The Okanogan County Tourism Council is providing this kiosk frame to county cities on assemble and install to display visitor information.
Brewster Chamber discusses site for new tourism Kiosk from Okanogan County Tourism Council
BREWSTER – The Chamber of Commerce discussed potential site selections for a new information kiosk on city property during its regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, May 8. The Okanogan County …
Salmon cooked on skewers over a hand-dug barbecue pit, the traditional tribal way, will be the featured dish at the CCT First Salmon Ceremony on May 23.
Colville Confederated Tribes celebrate First Salmon
BRIDGEPORT – Colville Confederated Tribes Fish and Wildlife (CTRW) will host its annual First Salmon Ceremony at the Chief Joseph Hatchery administration building, 48 Half Sun Way on Thursday, …
Confluence Health security team members (from left) Jesse Garcia, Jr., night shift supervisor, Israel Huerta, security officer, and Giovanni Mendoza, security officer, played critical roles in saving a man's life after Mendoza spotted the unresponsive individual on camera, enabling Garcia and Huerta to quickly respond and provide life-saving care in collaboration with emergency services.
Confluence Health security team saves man's life through swift action
WENATCHEE - A man's life was saved thanks to the diligence and quick thinking of the Confluence Health security team. The incident occurred recently just after midnight near one of the healthcare …
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CHELAN - A shooting early Friday morning left one man dead and another critically injured near Chelan, according to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to a 911 call at 4:58 …
YAKIMA - On May 2 and 3, Wenatchee Valley College (WVC) Trustees Paula Arno Martinez, vice chair of the WVC Board of Trustees, and Wilma Cartagena, the board's legislative liaison, attended the …
Jackson Moody
BRIDGEPORT – Two presentations opened the regular monthly meeting of the city council on Wednesday, May 15.  Qristian Solorio, Chief of the Bridgeport Volunteer Fire Department, …
CHELAN—The city council selected the funding option of three-tenths of one percent for the city’s new Transportation Benefit District (TBD) on Tuesday, May 14, at its regular bi-monthly …
WENATCHEE - The Washington State Patrol District 6, in collaboration with Wenatchee Valley Fire and local law enforcement agencies, is set to hold a child car seat and water safety clinic on May 18, …

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Local features
Artists Peter and iMa James pose outside the gallery.

Photography Gallery to host grand opening

LEAVENWORTH – Peter James Photography will hold a grand opening for the new downtown Leavenworth gallery on June 6. The gallery showcases photography from all over Washington state, …
Davelaar’s favorite fudge flavor, dark chocolate raspberry.

Happy Fudge reopens: a labor of love honoring a legacy

LEAVENWORTH – For owner Jason Stewart and Manager Melissa Wike, reopening Happy Fudge, once Happy Happy Fudge, was not a money-making pursuit, but a way to preserve the legacy of one of their …
Wright began carving as a hobby in 2020, then starting selling his work about a year and a half in.

Local carver creates masterpiece in downtown Leavenworth

LEAVENWORTH –  On the corner of 10th and Commercial, a chainsaw buzzes while sawdust flies, as a dead, hazardous tree fated to be cut down by order of the city gets transformed into a work …

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Non-profit News

Leavenworth Library hosts Birdfest Poster Contest art show

LEAVENWORTH - The Leavenworth Library is proud to announce an art show featuring the top 15 entries from the Birdfest Poster Contest. The exhibition will be held in the Fireside Room from May 8 …

Golfers urged to register for Cascade Golf Classic benefiting local healthcare

LAKE WENATCHEE - The Cascade Medical Foundation is now accepting registrations for the 21st annual Marson and Marson Cascade Golf Classic, which will take place on June 17 at the Kahler Mountain Club …

Columbia River H.O.G. Chapter revives Run 4 the Border motorcycle ride for Armed Forces Day

WENATCHEE - The Columbia River Harley Owners Group (H.O.G) Chapter is reviving its annual Run 4 the Border motorcycle ride after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event, now in its 19th …
Icicle Fund Board President Mitsu Iwasaki welcomed the nearly 100 attendees from various nonprofits in North Central Washington to inspire collaboration and amplify their impact in advancing the region's arts, environment, and history.

Icicle Fund brings together NCW nonprofits to inspire collaboration and impact

WENATCHEE - The Icicle Fund hosted a community celebration at Wenatchee Valley College on April 25 to amplify the work of nonprofits advancing the arts, environment, and history in North Central …

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Election 2024

Candidates certified for Washington's August 6 primary election

OLYMPIA - The Office of the Secretary of State has officially certified candidates for Washington's upcoming August 6 Primary election. The certification took place on Tuesday in the Legislative …

Auditor seeks residents for ballot measure committees

WENATCHEE - The Chelan County Auditor's Office seeks individuals to serve on "For" or "Against" committees for ballot measures in the upcoming August 6 Special Election Local Voters' Pamphlet. The …

Brian Burnett announces candidacy for State Representative, District 12

WENATCHEE—Former Chelan County Sheriff Brian Burnett is running for State Representative, District 12, Position 1, as a Republican candidate. The announcement, made through a press release, …

Hawkins makes it official, files for Chelan County Commissioner

WENATCHEE - On the first day of candidate filing week, State Senator Brad Hawkins (R-Wenatchee) officially declared his candidacy for the open position of Chelan County Commissioner, District 3. The …

Candidate Filing Week 2024 begins May 6

OLYMPIA — Interested in running for public office in Washington? The opportunity to formally declare candidacy for the 2024 elections opens online on May 6 at 8 a.m. and at elections offices …

Rep. Keith Goehner announces State Senate run

DRYDEN - Representative Keith Goehner has announced his candidacy for the State Senate in the 12th legislative district. The announcement follows the decision by current 12th Legislative District …

Hawkins announces candidacy for Chelan County Commission District 3

WENATCHEE - Republican State Senator Brad Hawkins of Wenatchee announced today that he plans to forgo his Senate re-election bid to run for the open Chelan County Commission – District 3 …

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Legislative Coverage

Federal court redistricting ruling shakes up Washington State legislative districts, faces Republican criticism

OLYMPIA – In a development impacting Washington State politics, the Ninth Circuit Court has dismissed an emergency motion to stay a federal court decision regarding legislative district …

Blending education and technology a goal for Wellman

OLYMPIA - On the last Monday morning of the 2024 legislative session, Washington State Sen. Lisa Wellman’s office brimmed with sunlight, an early peek at spring, as she sipped tea from a white …

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Sports
Leigh Mendelson
WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild, proud members of the Western Hockey League (WHL), are excited to announce that Director of Scouting Leigh Mendelson has signed a two-year contract …
Wenatchee Wild first-round WHL Prospects Draft selection Boston Tait.
WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild are pleased to announce the selection of 13 players in the 2024 Western Hockey League Prospects Draft, held Thursday. The 2024 edition was the club’s …

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Outdoors
WENATCHEE - The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest headquarters office and reception desk located at 215 Melody Lane in Wenatchee is now open following renovations of the leased office space. Visitor …

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Education
CASHMERE – The Cashmere High School Parent Advisory Committee will host a Mother's Day celebration for migrant families on Friday, May 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the High School. The Parent …
MANSON –  Manson School District has received preliminary approval for emergency repair grant funding for the Elementary School basement, pending passage of a board resolution at the April …
Meleah Butruille, the new dean of Wenatchee Valley College Allied Health, speaks to students about different paths in healthcare.
LEAVENWORTH – On Apr. 17, Cascade High School (CHS) students were given the opportunity to pick the brains of professionals during the school’s career fair, which included a professional …

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Opinion
Terry Ward, Publisher
As the publisher of our local newspaper, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the recent Pew Research Center report on the changing relationship between Americans and their local news outlets. The …
J. Scott Graham<br> Chief Executive Officer<br> Three Rivers Hospital
Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) play a crucial role in providing healthcare services to residents in remote and underserved areas. Three Rivers Hospital in Brewster is one such organization. We …
Jesus Hernandez, CEO<br> Family Health Centers and Advance
Family Health Centers serves Okanogan County and North Douglas County with medical, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, and an array of other support services.  It's governed by a volunteer …

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Obituaries
Ronald Berry, 88, of Chelan, Washington passed away on May 13, 2024.  The service is June 15, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at Precht Rose Chapel.
Vibeke Clausen, 89, of Chelan passed away on  May 9, 2024. Arrangements are in the care of Heritage Memorial Chapel, East Wenatchee & Cashmere.
John W. Parish
John passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024 at his mountain home he built and cherished overlooking the Icicle Valley.  John was born February 3, 1933 to Donald and Jesse Parish in …
Dora Imojean Martensen, 89, a longtime resident of Leavenworth, Washington passed away with family by her side on April 26, 2024.  Imojean was born on October 26, 1934 in Dandridge, Tennessee to …
Robin June Cooke
Robin June Cooke was born in Eureka, Kansas on June 30,1925. Robin spent most of her youth in Santa Barbara, California. It was there that Robin met Robert Lawrence and they were married shortly …
Richard Jon Faletto
Richard Jon Faletto earned his final wings, passing away peacefully on Sunday May 5, 2024 in Sandpoint, Idaho, at the age of 83. Rich was born on November 27, 1940, in Wenatchee, WA to Mario and …

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Grant County physician surrenders license 

OLYMPIA, WA – The Washington Medical Commission (WMC) accepted the permanent surrender of the license to practice medicine of Grant County oral surgeon Thomas J. Laney, MD (MD00024468).  …

Fruit storage contractor, grower fined $650,000 after worker dies in oxygen-deficient apple room

EAST WENATCHEE - Two central Washington companies, Pace International LLC and Stemilt Growers, are facing hefty fines totaling $650,000 following the death of a worker who asphyxiated in an apple …

Chelan seeks ag preservation and development balance

CHELAN—At its regular monthly meeting on May 7, the city council workshop tackled a vexing issue: how to strike a balance that preserves Chelan’s farming sector in the face of growing …

Chelan woman airlifted to Harborview after collision with semi

KITTITAS COUNTY - A Chelan woman was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center Monday after her vehicle was struck by a semi in Kittitas County. Washington State Patrol Troopers said around 2:30 …

City of Wenatchee hiring dedicated crew to combat littering and vandalism

WENATCHEE—The City of Wenatchee announced that it will be hiring a three-person crew to tackle the growing issues of littering, vandalism, and overall city maintenance. The new team will …

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National News
U.S. soldier detained in Russia on criminal charges
Russian authorities have detained an American soldier on criminal misconduct charges, the U.S. Army said Monday. Army spokeswoman Cynthia Smith said Russia’s government had notified the …
Workers pick blueberries in greenhouses of the Agrovision firm in San Isidro Mazatepec in Jalisco.
As its workers stream to the U.S., Mexico runs short of farmhands
ETZATLÁN, Mexico - For decades, Mexicans crossed the border to pick Americans’ lettuce, grapes and strawberries. Mexico had a seemingly inexhaustible supply of farmhands - tough, …
Senate passes $1.2 trillion spending bill, averting government shutdown
The Senate approved a $1.2 trillion spending bill in the wee hours of Saturday morning to prevent a brief partial government shutdown, sending the bill to President Biden to sign into law. …
Nikki Haley meets voters during a rally at Gilbert H. Hood Middle School in Derry, N.H. on Sunday.
Nikki Haley suspends campaign for 2024 Republican presidential nomination
CHARLESTON, S.C. -  Nikki Haley , a former U.N. ambassador and governor of South Carolina, has announced she is suspending   her presidential campaign, leaving  Donald Trump  with …
Rent is driving inflation. But there’s something off in the data.
Inflation came in hotter than expected in January, and it may take a few more months to know if that was a fluke or if price increases are getting stickier. But one key part of the inflation picture …
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