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Three missing girls, who left on a parental visit with their father on May 30, were found dead near Rock Island Campground in Leavenworth. Authorities are searching for the father, who is wanted for murder. The incident has sparked significant community concern and mourning.
The Wenatchee community has mobilized to support Whitney Decker, whose three daughters were found deceased. A fundraiser has been organized to assist the grieving family in light of this tragic loss.
Law enforcement agencies continue searching for Travis Decker, 32, accused of kidnapping and murdering his three daughters near Leavenworth. A reward of up to $20,000 is offered for information leading to his arrest. Authorities warn the public that Decker may be dangerous and could be living out of his vehicle.
Single-lane closures on US 2 will begin Monday as contractors install traffic signal cameras and pedestrian push-buttons in Peshastin. Flaggers will manage traffic between Leavenworth and Peshastin, causing potential delays during work hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays.
The Greater Leavenworth Museum revived its afternoon tea event after six years on May 29 at the historic Chumstick Grangehall, attracting over 60 guests. The event, organized by the Upper Valley Historical Society, featured a spring theme with food prepared by local volunteers.
Chelan County is accepting applications for a two-year volunteer position on its Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC), which advises on the allocation of lodging tax revenue. The vacancy seeks a candidate from a lodging-related business in Commissioner District 3, with applications due by June 30. The new member will be in place before the LTAC's meeting on July 25.
Firefighters achieved 76 percent containment of the Second Creek Fire, which has remained at 80 acres since it began on Memorial Day. The human-caused fire, which started on private property, has prompted ongoing investigations by the Washington Department of Natural Resources. A burn ban is currently in effect for Chelan County.
Local agencies conducted a tour on May 29 to showcase forest restoration and wildfire risk reduction efforts near Lake Wenatchee. The Upper Wenatchee Pilot Project aims to enhance forest health across 76,000 acres through various treatments, including thinning and prescribed fire. Community members learned about available resources to aid in wildfire protection on private land.
A climber fell and broke his ankle on the "Outer Space" route at Snow Creek Wall in Leavenworth on May 30. Chelan County Mountain Rescue coordinated a nine-hour operation to stabilize and airlift the injured climber to safety. The successful rescue involved multiple agencies, including the U.S. Army and local emergency services.
The Leavenworth City Council approved a $200,000 interfund loan to cover a budget shortfall for the Howard Hopkins Memorial Pool due to a levy collection error. The Chelan County Assessor's Office failed to include a new voter-approved levy, resulting in significantly lower tax revenue. City officials expressed concerns about the implications for capital improvements at the pool.