Monday, October 7, 2024
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Wildfire prompts evacuations near Brewster as blaze grows to 1,000 acres

Flames threaten the Kelly Knapp Ranch east of Gamble Sands Resort.
BREWSTER - A rapidly spreading wildfire in North Central Washington has prompted evacuation orders and warnings for residents in parts of Okanogan County on Tuesday, as firefighters battle to contain …

Douglas County Commissioners to hold budget work sessions

EAST WENATCHEE—According to the board's official agenda, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a series of budget work sessions for October 7 and 8. The sessions will …
Local Features
Two tiny beaks pointed roof-ward await their next meal.

Airbnb for hummingbirds: Bridgeport woman's accidental avian haven

BRIDGEPORT—Discreetly hidden yet in plain sight, somewhere in the city hangs Bungee Cord Bungalow, perhaps one of the more ingenious and delightful seasonal homes around these parts. The …
WVC President Dr. Faimous Harrison

WVC crafts new strategic plan to strengthen community and address equity

WENATCHEE—Wenatchee Valley College is developing a new strategic plan to enhance its community focus, address equity gaps, and maintain academic excellence. WVC President Dr. Faimous …
Aura Brazill used her 20 years of nursing experience to start her business IV Pro Mobile, a mobile IV hydration and wellness clinic.

IV Pro Mobile brings hydration, wellness to your doorstep

WENTACHEE – Through her two decades of nursing experience Aura Brazill saw a need for hydration and wellness care outside of the confines of the hospital.  That prompted her to start …
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 …

Sports

Wild close weekend with 2-1 overtime loss to Kamloops Sunday

Wenatchee Wild defenseman Reid Andresen (right, 21) pushes Kamloops Blazers forward Oren Shtrom (center) away from the puck in Sunday’s Western Hockey League game at Town Toyota Center. Andresen had an assist as the Wild took a 2-1 overtime defeat against Kamloops.
WENATCHEE – Going into Sunday’s Western Hockey League contest at Town Toyota Center, the Wenatchee Wild had closed both weekends of competition so far with a win to carry them …
Wenatchee Wild defenseman Brayden Pankey tries to settle the bouncing puck Saturday in a 3-0 Western Hockey League defeat against the Victoria Royals.
Royals score 3-0 win Saturday in season’s first meeting with Wild
WENATCHEE – The Wenatchee Wild will look to close out another weekend on a high note on Sunday, after the Victoria Royals closed their own weekend with a win Saturday at Town Toyota …
Wenatchee Wild forward Evan Friesen hunts down the puck during the first period of Wenatchee’s Western Hockey League win against the Prince George Cougars on Sunday. The club announced Wednesday that Friesen had been selected as its team captain for the 2024-25 season.
Wenatchee Wild Announce Leadership Group for 2024-25 Season
WENATCHEE – As the Wenatchee Wild start a new month, the club is announcing new players set to guide the club on the ice this season. The Wenatchee Wild are excited to announce …
Wenatchee Wild goaltender Daniel Hauser zeroes in on the puck in the third period of Wenatchee’s 4-2 Western Hockey League win over the Prince George Cougars. Hauser made 34 saves, earning his 97th career WHL victory.
Wild Put Power Play on Display Early in Sunday Win Over Prince George
WENATCHEE – The second weekend of the 2024-25 Wenatchee Wild season was also the first of seven three-game weekends on the team’s slate this season. After the first of those …
Opinion
Terry Ward, Publisher

In a world of noise, silence is golden

In our hyperconnected world of constant notifications, streaming media, and 280-character hot takes, a vital human skill is quietly slipping away: the art of listening. True listening – …
Other News
WENATCHEE – On October 2, Plug-In North Central Washington (Plug-In NCW) hosted its second annual 'EV Line Up' at Rocky Reach Dam Park, as part of National Drive Electric Week, which ran from …
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Parks Winter Recreation Program will temporarily close fourteen motorized Sno-parks for the 2024-25 winter season. This decision is due to a roughly 25 percent …
WENATCHEE - The Cascadia Conservation District will hold its Regular Board meeting on Friday, October 18, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, offering both in-person and …
WENATCHEE — The Upper Columbia region has been awarded $5,071,069 in state grants for salmon recovery projects, as part of a $50.3 million funding initiative approved by the Salmon Recovery …
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Obituaries
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, for Jaymes Richerson of Manson and Pateros, WA. It will be held at the Pateros Memorial Park from 1-5 pm.
Roberta Oliver, 89, of Brewster, Washington passed away on September 8, 2024. Barnes Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family.
Agapito Esquivel, 72, of Bridgeport, Washington passed away on August 31, 2024. Barnes Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family. 
John Graham, 75, of Tonasket, Washington passed away on August 31, 2024. Barnes Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family.
James Wick, 23, of Mansfield, Washington passed away on August 28, 2024. Barnes Chapel is handling the arrangements for the family. 
Lois L Clark, a long-time resident of Pateros, WA, died on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at home surrounded by her husband, daughter, and son-in-law, and her beloved dog, Tipper. She was born in …

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Here is this week's list of 5 Things to do this Week.
    • Bubble Party

      The Chelan Library will host a Bubble Party for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers on Friday, August 16, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. …

    • Live music by Virgil Eagle

      Endless Orchard Hard Pressed Cider in Chelan will host live music by Virgil Eagle from Whisky Trail on Sunday, August 18, from 3 to 6 p.m. …

    • Stargazing at Sun Mountain Lodge

      The Sun Mountain Lodge in Winthrop will host a Stargazing with the Seattle Astronomical Society night on Sunday, August 18, from 8:30 to 10:30 …

    • Gatsby Murder Mystery Escape Room

      The Omak Library will host the Gatsby Murder Mystery Escape Room on Monday, August 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “Can you solve …

    • Arts and Crafts Group

      The Omak Library will hold an Arts and Crafts Group on Wednesday, August 21, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. “This program is run by the …

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