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Chelan defeated Kalama 3-0 in the quarter-finals of the State 1A Volleyball Tournament, showcasing strong performances from senior players. The Goats will face Cashmere in the semi-finals on Saturday morning after winning their opening match against Bear Creek.
The Chelan Public Library's Storytime program relocates to the Lake Chelan Community Center during remodeling. This partnership allows families to continue engaging in early literacy activities, fostering community connections.
The City Council of Pacific, Missouri, will hold a special meeting regarding the Lake Chelan Airport Board via Zoom on November 12, 2025. The virtual event will start at 5:15 PM local time, allowing residents to participate remotely.
The Lake Chelan Reclamation District will hold an election on December 9, 2025, to fill one at-large seat on its board of directors. Voting will occur from 1 PM, with details on candidates expected to follow. This election is crucial for local governance and water resource management.
A Chelan man was arrested following a standoff with deputies that involved samurai swords. The incident occurred on Mystic Creek Lane and escalated into an armed confrontation on Tuesday evening. Authorities responded to a disturbance that prompted the armed standoff.
Deputies arrested Jose Franco Nunez after he threatened a neighbor with Samurai swords in Chelan, WA. Following a stand-off, law enforcement deployed pepper balls, leading to his surrender. Nunez faces multiple charges, including first-degree burglary and second-degree assault.
Chelan Middle School students will perform the comedy ‘Under the Big Top’ on November 21 and 22 at the CHS Performing Arts Center. The play follows a circus on the brink of foreclosure, featuring mistaken identities and chaotic antics. Admission is free, with donations encouraged to support future productions.
The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority invites residents to a community meeting on November 17 to discuss the proposed Tax Increment Area in Malaga. The meeting will cover the Tax Increment Financing process and its potential benefits for local infrastructure and economic development. Residents can ask questions regarding the plan and its impacts.
Chelan County's preliminary budget for 2026 reveals a funding deficit of $3.29 million, with projected revenues of $58.66 million against expenditures of $61.95 million. County officials plan to conduct weekly budget workshops through November to address the deficit ahead of final budget approval in mid-December.
Mayor Erin McCardle appointed Laura McAloon as Chelan’s next city administrator, highlighting her as an experienced and community-focused leader. McAloon will lead the city in its growth and development efforts.