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30-day Residency Requirement for Washington State Voter Registration Struck Down
A 30-day residency requirement to register to vote in Washington state will not go into effect, after a federal judge struck it down. Under the requirement, eligible voters would not have been able to register within 30 days, even if they moved from one locality to another within the state.
Community Foundation of NCW awards $100,000 grant to Methow Trails
OKANOGAN COUNTY — The Community Foundation of North Central Washington, a local nonprofit, has awarded $100,000 from the 2024 Methow Valley Game Changer Grant to Methow Trails, a nonprofit ski complex. The MVF Game Changer Grant provides funding opportunities to help nonprofit organizations collaborate to take work to the...
Chelan gathers community input for valley vision project
CHELAN – The City of Chelan is in the middle of a series of listening sessions to learn what residents consider to be Lake Chelan Valley’s core values and biggest challenges, as well as their ideas for the future. The city retained Our Valley Our Future to conduct...
Cliff House wins Chelan Men's Golf Club Memorial Cup in playoff
CHELAN — Cliff House emerged victorious in the 2024 Memorial Cup Match Play Tournament hosted by the Chelan Men's Golf Club, edging out Gary Searle in a closely contested championship round that extended to extra holes. The single-elimination tournament, which took place throughout June and July, saw 29 club...
Pioneer Fire expands to over 20,000 acres
CHELAN—The Pioneer Fire burning in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has expanded to 20,348 acres as of Tuesday, July 16, according to fire officials. Containment remains at 14%, and 794 personnel are currently assigned to the incident. Community meetings are scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, at 5:30 p.m. at Manson...
Fatal Collision in Eastern Washington Claims Infant's Life
SPOKANE - A fatal traffic collision occurred on State Route 395, approximately 1.5 miles east of Valley, at 10:41 AM on July 15, 2024. The incident involved two vehicles traveling northbound. Vehicle two, a 2011 Subaru Outback, stopped to make a left turn onto Bakie Road and was struck from...
Evacuation Orders Issued as Cougar Creek Fire Grows to 520 Acres in Asotin County
ASOTIN COUNTY - A fire burning in southern Asotin County, in the area of Cougar Creek Road, on the north side of the Grande Ronde River, has now reached 520 acres in size. The Cougar Creek Fire, reported around 7:00 p.m. on Monday, was initially attacked by air resources, which operated throughout Monday evening while daylight permitted. Additional air and ground resources have been requested to assist in containing the fire.
Make Your Way to Chelan’s Wildest Show on Dirt
It’s time to sport those cowboy hats, spurred boots and oversized belt buckles! Lake Chelan Pro Rodeo is returning for its fourth year to deliver another weekend of exhilarating rodeo action, the kind that Chelan rodeo fans have come to enjoy. With its fast-paced action and heart-pounding moments, this...
North Valley Hospital honored for ‘Quality Excellence’ by WSHA
TONASKET – North Valley Hospital has been selected as one of 13 hospitals honored by the Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) for the Critical Access Hospital Achievement of Quality Excellence program. “This prestigious recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services and improving patient outcomes,” John McReynolds,...
Drainage Concerns: DPW investigates after complaint filed
MANSFIELD — A man from Mansfield has filed a complaint against the Mansfield Department of Public Works regarding drainage work on town roads. Brian Coleman, a town council member, filed the complaint as a town resident.
Country star Walker Hayes announces tour stop in Spokane this September
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane is fancy like Applebee’s on a date night! Grammy-nominated country star Walker Hayes is bringing his The Same Drunk Tour to BECU Live at Northern Quest!. The “Fancy Like” and “You Broke Up With Me” singer will take the stage in Spokane on Friday,...
Fish and Wildlife Director Declines Lethal Removal of Wolves in Asotin County Following Recent Livestock Attacks
ASOTIN - Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Kelly Susewind has rejected the option of lethal removal of a wolf or wolves from the Couse wolf pack in southeast Washington, in response to repeated attacks of cattle in Asotin County. A WDFW statement says Susewind's decision is consistent with...
Wenatchee woman arrested for drug dealing
Over the last 2 months, the Columbia River Drug Task Force began researching a house in the 1100 block of Rosewood Ave in Wenatchee. Detectives had received reports of suspicious activity that indicated it was likely drugs were being sold from the residence. Neighbors were complaining of constant traffic and unusual activity. The quality of life for the citizens of this neighborhood was directly impacted.
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 among issues on the agenda of the Brewster Chamber of Commerce last Wednesday, July 10. The chamber approved a $3,000...
Manson American Legion sends four students to prestigious Civic Education Programs
MANSON — The Manson American Legion Post 108 has reported a successful year for its Boys and Girls State program, sending four local high school juniors to participate in the prestigious civic education events in June 2024. Commander Clyde McCullough announced that three students from Manson High School and...
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