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A 30-year-old man from North Carolina drowned in Colchuck Lake on August 3. After a report about the swimmer being underwater for five minutes, emergency responders, including a helicopter team, were dispatched, but the man did not survive despite CPR efforts.
The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 27 to celebrate the opening of the new General Aviation Terminal at Pangborn Memorial Airport in East Wenatchee. This terminal aims to enhance local aviation services and support regional economic development.
Forest collaboratives in the Pacific Northwest, formed after the "Timber Wars," influence federal forest management while raising concerns about their alignment with timber interests. Jasmine Minbashian, director of a nonprofit, questioned practices after a restoration project altered its logging plan, leading to significant ecological concerns. Critics argue these collaboratives prioritize commercial logging over environmental protection.
Washington's food banks anticipate increased pressure as 170,000 residents may lose food stamp benefits due to recent tax law changes. The demand for food assistance remains high, with many food banks struggling to meet needs while facing funding cuts and inflation. The West Seattle Food Bank reports serving between 300 and 650 people daily, highlighting the urgent situation.
Paul and Daniel Anderman, a beloved biking duo from Leavenworth, received community support to upgrade their tandem bike after nearly 30 years of riding together. The fundraiser, initiated by Daniel's brother Nick, raised nearly $10,000 in just three days, allowing them to purchase a battery-assisted tandem trike. The new bike enhances their ability to enjoy biking and connect with the community.
A kitchen fire at Gustav’s restaurant in Leavenworth, caused by a gas leak, sent one person to the hospital for burns. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, fueled by cooking oil, within five minutes after employees evacuated the building. The incident resulted in minor damage to the restaurant.
Chelan County voters approved a $1.40 levy per $1,000 assessed value for Fire District 6, marking the first increase in its 70-year history with 71% approval. Meanwhile, a bond measure for Fire District 9 is narrowly leading with 60.2% approval, pending the counting of 787 remaining ballots.
Nonprofits in Wenatchee Valley will launch a bilingual after-school bike program focused on teaching students bike repair and safety. The initiative aims to equip participants with necessary tools and knowledge to promote cycling among youth.
Approximately 60 demonstrators floated down the Wenatchee River on August 2 to highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The event, called Float for Falastin, aimed to raise awareness and support for the ongoing situation in the region.
Más de 28.2 millones de personas en EE. UU. padecen asma, lo que resalta la necesidad de tratamientos efectivos. Los corticosteroides orales son utilizados para aliviar los síntomas, pero conllevan riesgos de uso excesivo. La prevención y el manejo adecuado son esenciales para evitar complicaciones.