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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.
Tensions escalated at a Lake Wenatchee Fire and Rescue informational meeting ahead of an Aug. 5 special election. The meeting focused on a proposed $15 million bond for capital improvements, prompting strong community reactions.
Officials in the Pacific Northwest warn that vehicles and equipment pose a significant wildfire risk as the region enters peak wildfire season. They urge the public to take extra precautions to prevent accidental fires.
Leavenworth City Council approved a resolution supporting Amtrak's Empire Builder funding during its July 22 meeting. The council also reviewed an annexation request for a 33.41-acre property near US-2 and Icicle Road. Mayor Carl Florea emphasized the need for increased investment in the aging rail service.
Gibbs Organic Farm celebrated 50 years of operation with a community gathering in Leavenworth, attracting over 300 attendees. Grant Gibbs, a pioneer in sustainable agriculture, reflected on the friendships formed through the farm's journey. The event featured local food, music, and activities, showcasing the farm's commitment to organic farming.
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest seeks public comment on a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to mitigate disease risks between bighorn sheep and domestic livestock. The proposal includes new management standards and guidelines, with public comments due by October 24. A final decision is anticipated in winter 2025-2026.