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Cashmere High School internship program reaches new heights

Cashmere High School's internship program has achieved record participation with 60 students, offering valuable real-world experience to juniors and seniors.
CASHMERE—Many programs exist within Cashmere High School to help students reach their goals, but a particular one stands out this year with a record 60 participating students. Cashmere …

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Cashmere forms Transportation Benefit District to boost infrastructure funding

CASHMERE– In the hopes of expanding Cashmere's funding for transportation related projects and upkeep, the Cashmere City Council motioned to officially form a Transportation Benefit District …

Hunters face fines for illegal game meat imports

OLYMPIA — As hunting seasons commence across the U.S. and Canada, Washington state officials are reminding hunters of strict regulations concerning the importation of game meat to prevent the …
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Cashmere's Repair Cafe: Stitching community together while reducing waste

Fixers Amy Massey (right) and Virginia White (left) pose with their satisfied customer, Beryl, and her repaired pants.
CASHMERE– The chatter of sewing machines and laughter echoed throughout one of Cashmere’s oldest buildings as locals gathered at Eastside Rebuild for a monthly Repair Cafe.  …
Paelyn Lueondee, 12, holds a Happy Letters Book Packet. In the spring, Paelyn teamed up with Happy Letters founder Traci Pierson to spread joy and encouragement to kids fighting cancer through a Happy Letters drive and a book drive.

Local girl who brightened lives of cancer patients now needs your encouragement

CASHMERE – After spreading joy to children battling cancer, 12-year-old Paelyn Lueondee, now undergoing gene therapy for a rare blood disorder, is in need of some encouragement herself. In …
The Boyal family cuts the ribbon on Peshastin Storage alongside their parents, friends and the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce.

Peshastin Storage opens, fulfilling entrepreneurial dreams

PESHASTIN—Navi and Inder Boyal, owners of Wedge Mountain Inn, celebrated the opening of their new self-storage business, Peshastin Storage, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 20. …
Bonnie and Pete Phipps make a local delivery together. They are happy to help connect community members with regional business owners.

Cashmere startup bridges gap for rural services

CASHMERE—Operating out of Cashmere, family-run business Carriage House Office (CHO) aims to connect local rural communities to all the conveniences of a city-based home and office delivery …

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Chelan County Sheriff's Report

Chelan County Sheriff's Report

This report is compiled from records provided by the Chelan County Sheriff's Office and RiverCom. The publisher cannot certify the complete accuracy of the information provided. August 3 …
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WENATCHEE — Organizers are seeking exhibitors for the upcoming 2024 College & Career Expos and Computer Science & Tech Fair events across North Central Washington. Businesses, …
WENATCHEE — Chelan County officials are seeking public input on an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) to reduce risks from natural disasters. The county's Natural Resources Department …
WENATCHEE—NCW Libraries will host a virtual author talk featuring bestselling writer Erika L. Sánchez on October 10 from 6 to 7 p.m., with Spanish translation available. …
Last year’s scarecrows instilled the town with a bit of spooky and creative fun in the buildup to to Halloween.
CASHMERE– As leaves begin to fall and October makes its annual arrival to North Central Washington, Cashmere residents and businesses are gearing up for a festive and fun local tradition, the …
Current Chelan County Fair Rodeo Queen Austyn Robinson represented the fair and the sport of Rodeo in the community and beyond. The Chelan County Fair is now seeking applications for the next Rodeo Queen.
CASHMERE - Calling all cowgirls, the Chelan County Fair and Rodeo is seeking applicants for the 2024-2025 Rodeo Queen.  "The rewards for competing in the Chelan County Rodeo Queen Pageant …

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Sports
Wenatchee Wild forward Maddix McCagherty adjusts his helmet after scoring in a recent Wild home game. McCagherty earned his first WHL hat trick Saturday in a 7-1 season-opening win over the Seattle Thunderbirds.
WENATCHEE – Wenatchee’s first game of the new Western Hockey League season Saturday night featured plenty of scoring balance, with almost everyone in the lineup landing on the score sheet …
QUINCY — The Cashmere Bulldogs cross country team faced tough competition at the Quincy Invite on Thursday, finishing eighth in the varsity boys team standings and third in the varsity girls …

The Cashmere Bulldogs' football team flattened the Kiona-Benton Bears 68-0 in the Bulldogs' home opener. Next up are the College Place Hawks in Walla Walla and then the toughest test yet, a visit by powerhouse Royal on Oct. 4.
CASHMERE -- The Cashmere Bulldogs delivered a dominant performance Friday night, overwhelming the Kiona-Benton Bears with a resounding 68-0 victory in high school football action. The Bulldogs' …
Wenatchee Wild forward Nathan Danielson hustles back on defense in the first period of Wenatchee’s 5-4 shootout loss to the Tri-City Americans Sunday in Western Hockey League preseason play. Danielson scored his first goal in a Wild uniform, a go-ahead marker, with 3:09 to play in regulation.
KENNEWICK – After an entertaining five games in Wenatchee, Everett and Kennewick, the Wenatchee Wild were just fine with extending the Western Hockey League preseason by another five …

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Outdoors
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has released its annual hunting prospects for the upcoming fall season, providing crucial information for hunters across the state. …
Bear cubs search for picnic remains at a developed campground.
WENATCHEE — The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest implemented new food storage regulations on September 16 to reduce human-wildlife conflicts, particularly with bears. The rules require …

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Obituaries
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nina Fay Franck, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, on August 3, 2024. Wrapped in her loving grandchildren’s …
Gerald Homer Doyle, a longtime Cashmere orchardist, passed away peacefully at Confluence Health Hospital on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Born on November 2, 1937 in Wenatchee, he was raised in Cashmere …
Donna Joyce Tarver passed away peacefully in her sleep the morning of Tuesday, May 28th. Donna grew up in the Cashmere Valley where her parents Howard and Dora (Dode) Balsdon owned and operated an …
Dwight Goehner was born to Walter and Alvina Goehner in May of 1957. He joined his sister Naomi and brother Keith in a loving Christian home, surrounded by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, most of …
Brian Lee Avery
Brian Lee Avery, 55, of Cashmere, passed away on April 7, 2024 surrounded by angels and loved ones that left before him, in the loving care of Mount Baker View AFH in Everett. From Brian, …
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. …

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Education
A group of Cashmere seniors ride a rather unconventional vehicle to their first day of school.

Cashmere students march toward a promising new school year

CASHMERE– Cashmere High School’s class of 2025 rode through town in a celebratory annual parade, kicking off the first day of yet another successful school year. With a promising …

Cashmere School District passes Clean Building compliance review with flying colors

CASHMERE— The Cashmere School District (CSD) once again sets the standard high for Washington facilities after passing a Clean Building compliance review for every facility in the district. CSD …
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 …

Cashmere School District recoups over $130,000 In funding for special needs students

CASHMERE—As the school year has wrapped up, the Cashmere School Board applauds the district staff, who worked tirelessly to ensure that their highest-needs students receive adequate funding and …

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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, …

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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.
    • Percy Jackson's Birthday Party

      The Wenatchee Library will host Percy Jackson's Birthday Party on Sunday, August 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Robert W. Woods Reading Room. …

    • Family movie afternoon

      The Wenatchee Library will host a Family Movie Afternoon on Wednesday, August 21, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Sagebrush Meeting Room. …

    • NCW Writer's Group

      The Wenatchee Library will host the NCW Writer's Group on Wednesday, August 21, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Balsamroot Meeting Room. …

    • Eastside Rebuild fundraiser

      Eastside Rebuild will hold a Fundraising Campaign Launch Party on Sunday, August 18, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Sage Mountain Natural Foods in …

    • Music on the Lawn series

      Icicle Ridge Winery in Leavenworth will host live music by Sergio And Andy on Friday, August 16, from 6-9 p.m. The event page states, …

Opinion

In a world of noise, silence is golden

Terry Ward, Publisher

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 – …

Rediscovering our shared humanity through compassion
Labor Day Reflections
A call for understanding in divisive times
The dilemma of civil discourse
More air assets and initial attacks are key to improving fire response
Navigating the murky waters of media bias
The bias binding us

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LEAVENWORTH – Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will close US-2 Tumwater Canyon between Coles Corner and the City of Leavenworth on Sept. 25 for one day only. The …
CASHMERE—Every year, history comes to life in the heart of Washington as the Cashmere Museum and Pioneer Village delivers its annual Village Fest. Visitors learn about the lives of early local …
Voted organization of the Year, Cashmere FFA and its many passionate members pose at the Chelan Expo Center before showing off their agricultural knowledge at the Chelan County Fair.
CASHMERE — The Cashmere Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the region's transition into fall with its annual Autumn Auction and Recognition Dinner this Saturday, honoring local businesses, …
WENATCHEE — Over 20 local and regional authors are set to gather for a book fair in Wenatchee as part of a new event aimed at connecting writers and readers in the Pacific Northwest. The …

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