Tuesday, December 3, 2024
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Amazon opens new delivery station in NCW

An Amazon Prime delivery van outside a home reflects the company's expansion into the Wenatchee Valley with its new delivery station, which aims to enhance service across North Central Washington.
EAST WENATCHEE — Amazon has opened a new delivery station in the Wenatchee area, expanding the e-commerce company's logistics network in North Central Washington. The facility, designated …

First bills drop ahead of WA’s 2025 legislative session

OLYMPIA - Washington lawmakers have begun teeing up legislation ahead of the 2025 session. Monday marked the first day they could pre-file bills. Legislators will have 105 days to push their …

Mount Rainier National Park seeks properties to lease

ASHFORD. – Mount Rainier National Park is seeking properties to lease for use by park employees for the spring, summer, and fall seasons (March to November) 2025. Due to limited housing within …

Washington State releases plans to end traffic deaths by 2030

OLYMPIA — Washington state transportation officials announced a plan to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on state roads by 2030, introducing new safety measures and policy …

Bridgeport updates six and 20-year capital facilities plans

BRIDGEPORT—In compliance with the state Growth Management Act (GMA), the City of Bridgeport has a comprehensive plan that includes six-year and 20-year capital facilities projects. The city is …
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

Nachbaur earns 700th win as Wild take 5-4 victory in Kelowna Wednesday

Wenatchee Wild players celebrate after forward Shaun Rios’s goal in the third period of a 5-4 win at the Kelowna Rockets Wednesday. Rios scored his first goal with the Wild in Wednesday’s game, as head coach Don Nachbaur earned his 700th victory as a WHL head coach.
KELOWNA, British Columbia – The list of Western Hockey League coaches to reach the 700-win plateau is quite brief. The Wenatchee Wild did their part to make that list a little …
Wenatchee Wild goaltender Daniel Hauser is greeted by his team after a 4-2 win Sunday over the Kamloops Blazers at Town Toyota Centre in Wenatchee. Hauser made 30 saves to earn his 100th WHL victory, the 19th goaltender in league history to reach that milestone.
Wenatchee closes weekend with 4-2 Win, Hauser earns 100th WHL victory
WENATCHEE – Sunday evening’s game at Town Toyota Center will be one worth remembering for a long time, for a long list of reasons. Two players recorded personal milestones, …
Wenatchee Wild forward Deagan McMillan (right) knocks Calgary’s Sawyer Mayes off-balance during the first period of Saturday’s Western Hockey League game at Town Toyota Center in Wenatchee. McMillan scored a power play goal in the third, but the Hitmen prevailed with a 4-3 overtime victory.
Topsy-turvy tilt Saturday sees Calgary prevail in Wenatchee, 4-3
WENATCHEE  – After the first 40 minutes Saturday at Town Toyota Center, it appeared the next goal might be enough to grind out a win in a defensive battle. The final 20 minutes of …
The Brewster High School varsity girls’ soccer team gathers for a Wednesday noon Nov. 13 sendoff to the first round of state soccer competition at 6:30 p.m. later that day against Northwest Christian (Colbert) at Central Valley High School in Spokane. In the District 5 1B/2
B championships the Lady Bears defeated LaSalle, 3-2, in overtime on Nov. 6, followed by a 5-0 win over Pateros on Nov. 9 to advance to state.
Lady Bears bow out, 3-0, at state against Northwest Christian
SPOKANE – The Lady Bears varsity soccer team saw its battle to capture a trophy in the WIAA 1B/2B State Soccer Championships come to a close with a 0-3 first-round loss to the Northwest …
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Gratitude in action, making thanks count

As Thanksgiving approaches, I've been thinking about what gratitude truly means—not just as words shared around a dinner table, but as an active force capable of transforming our communities. …
Other News
Ward Media proudly dedicates a special section to Giving Tuesday, a global movement that champions generosity, connection, and community spirit. Highlighting the incredible work of nonprofits …
WENATCHEE — NCW Libraries launched its annual Winter Reading Program on Dec. 1 to promote literacy across North Central Washington during the winter months through a combination of traditional …
WENATCHEE — The Community Foundation of North Central Washington announced the distribution of $63,500 in grants to 36 organizations through its Woods Family Music & Arts Fund, supporting …
BREWSTER – A scene played out in community centers, churches, and goodwill hubs across the nation unfolded Thanksgiving Day at Columbia Post 97 of the Brewster American Legion when the public …
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Obituaries
Reyes Heriberto Rodriguez, 83, of Brewster, Washington passed away on October 14, 2024. Service is October 18, 1:00 – 5:00 pm at Barnes Chapel 510 W. Indian Ave., Brewster, …
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. 

Get your event in the spotlight with Ward Media!

If you have an exciting event to share, email Reporter Quinn Propst at quinn@ward.media. We’ll showcase the five most captivating events of the week, giving your event the recognition it deserves. Even if your event isn’t among the top five, it will still be added to our events calendar and featured online. Don’t miss this chance to make your event shine!

Here is this week's list of 5 Things to do this Week.
    • Family Trick or Treating

      Family trick-or-treating will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 31, in Historic Downtown Chelan. “Come to Historic Downtown …

    • Artist Talk: Swede Albert

      The Omak Library will host an Artist Talk with Swede Albert on Friday, November 1, from 4-5 p.m. “Swede Albert will be joining us at …

    • Dia de los Muertos Celebration

      The Chelan Dia de los Muertos Celebration will be held on Sunday, November 3, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Riverwalk Park, with a parade at noon. …

    • Tabletop Tuesdays

      The Cove Wine and Games in Chelan will host Tabletop Tuesdays on Tuesday, November 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. “We’ve revamped Tabletop …

    • Think and Drink Thursday

      Campbell’s Resort in Chelan will host Think and Drink Thursday on Thursday, November 7, from 7-8 p.m. “Get your thinking caps …

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