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Two Eastern Washington nonprofits will host the Rescue Rocks benefit event on September 6 to raise funds for animal welfare programs. The initiative aims to support critical services for animals in need across the region.
The FBI led a coordinated grid search for Travis Decker at the Rock Island Campground area on August 25, 2025. Local, state, and federal partners participated in the effort to locate the suspect. This renewed search highlights the ongoing concern for community safety amid the manhunt.
RiverCom 911 received unanimous approval to use a General Contractor/Construction Manager (GC/CM) method for its new emergency communications center. This approach aims to enhance planning efficiency, prevent costly mistakes, and ensure taxpayer funds are used wisely. The new facility will better accommodate the agency's growing needs and improve service across Chelan and Douglas counties.
Leavenworth-based architecture firm Syndicate Smith celebrates its 15-year anniversary, marking over a decade of contributions to the local design community. Founded by Todd Smith in 2010, the firm has become a staple in Leavenworth's architectural landscape.
Chelan and Dryden Transfer Stations will raise yard waste rates on September 1. The Dryden facility will charge $115 per ton, up from $85, while Chelan will increase its rate to $20 per cubic yard. The changes result from a new vendor grinding the yard waste material.
Rescue dog Kato, a three-year-old German shepherd, begins his new role as a narcotics-detection dog at the Chelan County Regional Justice Center after being adopted from the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society. His partner, Corrections Deputy Skyler Silsby, completed 200 hours of training to become a certified K9 handler. Kato is trained to detect six different illegal substances, marking a new chapter in his life after being returned to the shelter by previous owners.
The Upper Valley Aquatics Boosters cancelled the Summer Splash Bash at Howard Hopkins Memorial Pool, originally scheduled for August 23, 2025. The group announced the decision on Facebook without providing a reason, but plans to host a similar event in 2026. The first Splash Bash successfully promoted community engagement and support for the pool.
Lake Wenatchee Fire and Rescue voters approved a $15 million bond on August 5 to improve existing facilities and build new ones. The funding aims to enhance emergency services in Chelan County.
DNA analysis confirms Travis Decker as the sole suspect in the triple homicide of his three sisters, Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia Decker. The investigation in Chelan County has focused on Decker following the discovery of the sisters' bodies. Authorities continue to gather evidence in the ongoing case.
Graduates from Peshastin and Dryden High Schools reunited for a potluck at Peshastin-Dryden Elementary as part of an annual reunion tradition. Former students reminisced about their shared experiences in a tight-knit community, highlighting the significance of in-person connections.