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Chelan County PUD eyes wildfire liability, energy growth as session nears

CHELAN COUNTY — With Washington facing a multibillion-dollar budget shortfall and a shortened legislative calendar ahead, Chelan County Public Utility District leaders say the 2026 legislative …

County launches free voucher program to help residents dispose of flood debris

CHELAN COUNTY — Chelan County is launching a free flood-debris disposal voucher program to help residents and businesses affected by recent flooding safely dispose of damaged materials, county …

PUD reviews dormant service applications, potential customer refunds

CHELAN COUNTY — Chelan County Public Utility District staff are preparing a comprehensive review of more than 1,000 pending service connection orders that could result in customer refunds totaling …

Auditor seeks residents to write opposition statement for Feb. ballot measure

CHELAN COUNTY — The Chelan County Auditor’s Office is seeking residents to serve on an “Against” committee for a local ballot measure that will appear in the February 10, 2026 Special …

County urges residents, businesses to report storm and flood damage

CHELAN COUNTY — Residents and business owners who suffered losses during the December 2025 windstorm and flooding are being urged to complete a damage assessment form as officials work to …

Chelan PUD restores most power, internet as next storm rolls in

CHELAN COUNTY — Utilities across western Chelan County are gradually being restored following a severe wind and rainstorm that left thousands without power, internet, water and wastewater …

High winds, rain and snow expected in North Central Washington this week

NORTH CENTRAL WASHINGTON — Western Chelan and Okanogan counties are back on flood and wind watch this week, along with the addition of a winter storm advisory for the Cascades. Starting …

Resources available in the upper valley amid recent storms

CHELAN COUNTY — More wind and rain are forecasted this week, days after heavy rainfall and severe winds resulted in hundreds of downed trees, floods, and power outages across the upper valley. …

Flooding, wind damage batter western Chelan County, State of Emergency declared

CHELAN COUNTY — Residents across western Chelan County awoke Thursday morning to major flooding, downed trees, boulder obstructions and power outages due to heavy winds and significant …

Flood warnings issued, US-2 closes as atmospheric river hits Chelan County

CHELAN COUNTY — A flood warning is in effect across North Central Washington as an atmospheric river brings heavy rainfall and rapid snowmelt across the northwest.  The National …

CHELAN COUNTY — Free sandbags are available to residents in unincorporated and incorporated areas of Chelan County dealing with high runoff and snowmelt issues. Residents can pick up and …

HoneyHour Market brings an old-world warmth to Cashmere’s Side Street

CASHMERE — Side Street has added another anchor to its growing mix of small shops and gathering spaces, as HoneyHour Market opened its doors this week with a nostalgic, quietly elegant feel …

Cashmere weighs new workers’ comp support, seeks clarity before switching

CASHMERE — Cashmere leaders are taking a closer look at how the city handles workers’ compensation claims, saying they want more hands-on expertise available when an employee gets hurt. …

Cashmere takes closer look at Crunch Pak’s impact on wastewater system

CASHMERE — Cashmere city staff spent much of December 8 in meetings with consultants and representatives from Crunch Pak, working through how the fruit-processing giant’s wastewater fits …

New collective aims to boost visibility and support for healing arts professionals in NCW

NORTH CENTRAL WASHINGTON — A new regional initiative aimed at increasing visibility, support and collaboration for local healing arts professionals has launched in North Central Washington. …

RiverCom secures future home, opts for renovation over new build to cut costs by $16 million

WENATCHEE — The region’s 911 dispatch agency has taken a major step toward securing a long-overdue home. RiverCom 911 has purchased a building in Wenatchee at 2525 Euclid Way in Old …

That’s A Wrap: Curated gift boxes put North Central Washington makers center stage

NORTH CENTRAL WASHINGTON — For many people, finding the perfect gift can be a scramble. For Julie Foss, it’s a calling and a way to spotlight the region she calls home. A former …

Cashmere schools prepare for the Winter Concert, the biggest of the year

CASHMERE — Families will want to mark their calendars and arrive early for one of the most anticipated student performances of the season. The Cashmere School District’s annual Winter …

Drying biosolids in summer pays off for Cashmere

CASHMERE — It is nobody’s favorite topic at the dinner table, but the way Cashmere handles what goes down the drain is saving the city tens of thousands of dollars a year. At the …

Chelan PUD outlines path to meet and exceed state clean energy requirements

WENATCHEE — Chelan County PUD commissioners are reviewing three major long-range planning documents that outline how the utility will continue meeting Washington’s clean-energy mandates …

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