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Chelan-Douglas Transportation Council Considers Next Big Infrastructure Project
The Chelan-Douglas Transportation Council is considering the next big infrastructure project to persue in Wenatchee.
With funding secured to complete upgrades to the Confluence Parkway, Mayor Frank Kuntz says it is time to consider the next major transportation project
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Nearly A Million Dollars in Federal Funding Coming To Leavenworth, Affordable Housing Included
Communities in the 8th District which includes Leavenworth, are getting a funding boost for local state projects. All 10 local state projects proposed by Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) were approved.
The City of Leavenworth submitted a proposal last year, along with 80 other applicants, and was chosen as one of ten projects proposed by Rep
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Motorists Should Expect Delays Due To Lane Closures On Two Highway 97 Bridges Next Week
The Washington State Department is reminding motorists that lane closures are planned for this week starting Monday April 11.
Lauren Loebsack with WSDOT, says lane closures for roadwork have begun for the region. " We have projects throughout the region for both maintenance and projects that are getting going
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Pybus Market: A Non-Profit Organization Upholding Its Mission
Pybus Market has a mission. Since 2013, the Pybus Market mission has been to work with and support other 501 (c) 3 non-profits in the Wenatchee area. As a human services organization, Pybus Market focuses on advocating for religious, educational and agricultural programs that adds vitality to the Wenatchee community
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Hiking Trails Begin To Open Up In The National Forest
The National Forest Service is reminding the public that although the snow is melting, hiking and biking trails are still muddy in some places.
Robin DeMario with the National Forest Service says that there are several ways to test the ground to see if the trails are ready for use
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Pybus University Offers Class About # 2 Canyon
Pybus University is inviting outdoor enthusiasts to take a free class about the # 2 Canyon: A Near Place that is Far Out!
The class is scheduled on April 12, 2022 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The course will focus on the # 2 Canyon, and its interesting features that attract naturalists, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts from around the world
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National Weather Service Issues High Wind Warning; Gusts from 40 to 60 mph Possible
The National Weather Service has issued a storm warning for Wenatchee and surrounding areas, beginning late Sunday night, through Monday and Tuesday.
Rain is expected to develop in the Wenatchee area and the Waterville Plateau early Monday
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Wenatchee Valley Humane Society Sees An Increase In Pet Surrenders
Recently, the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society has seen an increase in pet surrenders.
Taylor Sharp, the new Wenatchee Humane Society Executive Director, says that finding a rental that is pet friendly is increasingly rare. "We have alot of trouble in our valley finding pet friendly rentals, specifically, so we are seeing a ton of animals coming in this way
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Wenatchee Police Department Investigates Gunshot Report
The Wenatchee Police Department responded to a report of a gunshot call Friday night near Lincoln Park.
A 20 year old man was shot in the leg. Officers impounded two cars pending further investigation.
The victim sustained non-life threatening injuries, and is expected to make a full recovery
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Head On Collision Closes Highway 2 Early Saturday
A head on collision closed Highway 2 near Cashmere early Saturday morning.
Twenty three year old Gerardo Morales-Gonzalez who was driving a 2005 Chevrolet Classic sedan was traveling eastbound on Highway 2, when he hit 26 year old Renee E
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