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Cashmere High School artists shine at regional art showcase

CASHMERE – Cashmere High School art students had an impressive showing at the 45th Annual Regional High School Art Show in March. Five of the 15 art pieces moving on to the state show are …

Prescribed burning smoke will be visible in April

WENATCHEE—The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service crews will conduct prescribed burning operations on approximately 800 acres in central Washington during April. The burning will …

Washington State Patrol to conduct high visibility enforcement patrols in North Central Washington

WENATCHEE - The Washington State Patrol (WSP) District 6 has announced a partnership with allied agencies in Chelan, Kittitas, Grant, and Okanogan counties to conduct High Visibility Enforcement …
Local Features

Women's Service League hosts annual prom dress giveaway

The Women's Service League of NCW will hold its annual Prom Dress Giveaway on Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, March 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wenatchee Valley Mall near Sportsman's Warehouse.
WENATCHEE – This weekend, area teens, regardless of income, will have the chance to pick out the prom dress of their dreams for free, thanks to the Women's Service League of North Central …
Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms perform at a Cashmere Community Concert in 2019. The duo are back and will be the first performers when the concert series returns on March 30.

Cashmere Community Concert Series returns with new location

CASHMERE – After a several year hiatus, the Cashmere Community Concert Series is back with a new location at the Cashmere Community Church. After the pandemic caused a pause in the …
Cashmere Teens presented their original poetry to the public on Feb. 22 at the annual Cashmere Teen Poetry Slam. All presenters received gift cards to their favorite places in Cashmere.

Cashmere teens shine at annual poetry slam event

CASHMERE – The 4th annual Cashmere Teen Poetry Slam was a well-attended success and organizers are making plans to expand the event for next year.  The Feb. 22 event gave teens the …
Cashmere Middle School student Paelyn Lueondee, is on a mission to spread happiness through a local nonprofit called Happy Letters. Paelyn is pictured with her mom, Alysa, and dad, Plaimanus.

Cashmere student spreads joy with Happy Letters, book drive for cancer patients

CASHMERE – Cashmere Middle School student Paelyn Lueondee, 11, wants to bring joy and smiles to local people facing cancer. Paelyn is teaming up with Happy Letters founder Traci Pierson …
Other News
LEAVENWORTH - Registration is now open for Cascade Market's Cashmere and Leavenworth Kids Makers Market. The Makers Market provides an opportunity for local children to learn about selling at the farmer's market, …
CASHMERE – The new Cashmere Royal Court was selected and crowned on Friday, March 23, after interviews by a panel of three judges. The 2024 members of the Cashmere Royal Court are Queen …
WENATCHEE - Customers of the Peshastin Water District will see little change in their monthly bills when Chelan County PUD acquires the community water system on March 26.
SEDRO-WOOLLEY - Federal agencies have taken a major step towards reintroducing grizzly bears to the North Cascades ecosystem in Washington state, where the bears have been functionally extinct for …
OLYMPIA – Springtime in the Pacific Northwest often signals blooming flowers and warmer days ahead. It also means Washington’s deadline to remove studded tires is fast approaching. …
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Obituaries
Richard “Boomer” Dueman Richard “Boomer” Dueman was born on July 10, 1943, and passed away peacefully, at the home of his daughter, Becky, on October 25, 2023. …
Milo Smith passed away on August 2,2023. A Celebration of Life for Milo will be held on October 22, 2023, 1 p.m., at the Henry building,120 Cottage Ave., Cashmere, WA.
Michael Edward (Mike) Bennett December 8, 1958 – August 28, 2023   Michael Bennett, 64, went to be with Jesus on August 28, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. …
Rebecca O’Flaherty October 12, 1923-July 20, 2023 Rebecca O'Flaherty, age 99, of Cashmere, WA. passed away July 20, 2023, in Wenatchee, WA., On October 12, 1923, Rebecca was …
Liam James Gillikin October 11, 2000-July 4, 2023 On July 4, 2023, Liam James Gillikin, age 22, of Leavenworth, Washington, died in a cliff diving accident near Crescent Bar, Washington on …
Karen Brennick January 13, 1943- March 25, 2023 Karen Brennick passed away on March 25, 2023. She was born on January 13,1943 to Ingvald and Eva Ronnestad in Seattle, Washington. She is …
Education

Washington State Board of Education opens applications for student representative position for 2024-2026 term

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Board of Education announced it is seeking applications for a student representative for the 2024-2026 term. The board is looking for a sophomore prepared to …

Cashmere student participates in House Page Program

OLYMPIA – Cashmere Middle School student, Liam Hill, took part in the state House of Representatives Page Program from Feb. 25 to March 1, sponsored by 12th District Rep. Keith Goehner. "I …

Washington voters support their local public schools

OLYMPIA - Local levies and bonds are one important way that communities support their schools, and preliminary results from yesterday’s Special Election show how committed voters are to their …
Cashmere FFA members Kyla Neal, Lila Sanchez and Andrea Hernandez plant zonal geraniums.

Cashmere FFA celebrates National FFA Week

CASHMERE - Each year, FFA chapters nationwide celebrate National FFA Week, a time to highlight what FFA is and its everyday impact on members. It is also an opportunity to educate the public …
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 …

Counties required to adopt security system

Under a bill Secretary of State Steve Hobbs endorsed, all counties are required to install “Albert Systems,” a technology that notifies counties when there is an attempted cybersecurity …

Officers will soon be allowed to work part-time

Washington remains 51st in the nation for police officers per capita, and one answer to that problem might be allowing officers to work part-time.  SB 5424, sponsored by Sen. John Lovick, …

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.
    • Upper Valley Seafood Fest

      The Knights of Columbus will host the first annual Upper Valley Seafood Fest on Friday, March 15 from 6:30-8:30 at the Mission Creek Community …

    • Teen 3D Printing Workshop

      The Wenatchee Library will host a Teen 3D Printing Workshop on Saturday, March 16 from 2-4 p.m. “Teens, come join us for a 3D …

    • A Celtic St. Patrick’s Day

      The Icicle Creek Center for the Arts will host The Gothard Sisters: A Celtic St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday, March 16 from 7:30-9:30 …

    • St. Patrick’s benefit dinner

      The Cashmere Wacoka Kiwanis will hold their annual St. Patrick’s benefit dinner for Paelyn Lueondee on Sunday, March 17, from 4-6 p.m. in …

More News
EAST WENATCHEE - Greater Wenatchee Mended Hearts is hosting a chapter meeting on Monday, April 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington Meeting Room, 270 …
WENATCHEE - Chelan PUD is warning customers about an aggressive wave of scammers attempting to extort payments through intimidation and deception this week. Over a dozen customers have reported …
SPOKANE - A pattern change will bring much colder temperatures and lowering snow levels to the Inland Northwest starting Friday night. This will result in heavy snow and difficult travel conditions …
OLYMPIA - Governor Jay Inslee signed House Bill 2375 into law on Friday, expanding a property tax exemption to senior citizens and disabled individuals living in detached accessory dwelling units …
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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 …
Big-box stores try to stay relevant by focusing on smaller stores
Two of the biggest names in big-box retail have boosted their bets on a growing trend for brick-and-mortar sales: smaller stores. Best Buy and Macy’s this week announced plans to add …
Chrysler recalls 330,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees over steering wheel defect
Chrysler is recalling more than 330,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees because of a steering wheel defect that may cause a loss of control. Problems can arise when the steering knuckle separates from the …
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I’ve captained ships into tight ports like Baltimore, and this is how captains like me work with harbor pilots to avoid deadly collisions
The Conversation’s senior politics and democracy editor, Naomi Schalit, spoke with Captain Allan Post, a veteran ship’s officer, about the role a ship pilot plays in bringing a large ship in and out of a harbor. …
Cancer often requires more than one treatment − an oncologist explains why some patients like Kate Middleton receive both chemotherapy and surgery
Some cancer patients receive additional treatment after surgery with the goal of eliminating any remaining tumor cells. BSIP/Collection Mix: Subjects via Getty Images When Kate Middleton, the …
The truth behind 5 unconventional self-care rituals that have gone viral on TikTok
Guava Health outlines five unconventional health trends that have gone viral thanks to TikTok.
Not having job flexibility or security can leave workers feeling depressed, anxious and hopeless
When employees don’t have control over their work schedules, it’s not just morale that suffers – mental health takes a hit too. That’s what my colleagues and I discovered in a study recently published in the medical journal JAMA Network Open. …
For centuries, owls were considered to bring bad luck in many cultures as well as in the US, but the outpouring of grief in New York over Flaco shows how times have changed
There has been an outpouring of grief in New York City ever since the beloved Eurasian eagle-owl Flaco died on Feb. 23, 2024, after striking a building. …