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Four residents of Plain are contesting the $15 million bond proposal for Lake Wenatchee Fire and Rescue, claiming election procedure violations. Their lawsuit alleges that LWFR did not provide an opposition statement in the voters’ pamphlet, which could have affected the election outcome. A judge has allowed the case to proceed to trial, with a decision expected on October 30.
Leavenworth will host its third annual Día de Muertos festival at Icicle Creek Center for the Arts on Nov. 1, featuring free and ticketed events. Attendees can enjoy music, face painting, and food from local vendors, along with dance performances by Danzas Multiculturales.
Voters in Leavenworth face decisions for two city council seats and one ballot measure in the Nov. 4 General Election. Incumbent Clint Strand and former councilmember Marco Aurilio compete for seat six, while Ron Duncan and incumbent Mike Bedard vie for a fourth council seat. A state measure regarding the WA Cares Fund will also appear on the ballot.
A planned water outage for the Icicle Road area in Leavenworth is scheduled for October 29 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents in the affected neighborhoods should prepare for the extended disruption. The local community will receive further updates as the date approaches.
Motorists on US-2 west of Leavenworth face lane closures and reduced speed limits due to road work. The Washington State Department of Transportation is conducting this work over the next four days, resulting in potential delays.
Pile burning is set to occur across 640 acres in the Plain and Lake Wenatchee area, starting October 27. This initiative is part of the Upper Wenatchee Forest Health Project, which aims to reduce wildfire risk across 5,000 acres over five years. The project has already treated approximately 1,000 acres and marks a significant step in enhancing forest resilience.
Halloween festivities in the Upper Valley offer a variety of family-friendly activities, including haunted houses and spooky story times. Events are scheduled throughout the region, providing opportunities for dancing and trick-or-treating.
The City of Leavenworth has postponed a scheduled water outage for Icicle Road originally set for October 28. Although the city expects an extended outage next week, a specific date has yet to be confirmed.
Fire closures in the Lower Sugarloaf Fire area are lifting as conditions improve, but officials warn of potential hazards for visitors. The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has reopened several roads and areas, yet caution is essential due to risks of flash floods and falling debris.
Link Transit plans to enhance its service with expanded evening and weekend hours, alongside rural pilot programs and the introduction of four new electric buses. This initiative aims to accommodate the growing population in the Wenatchee Valley.