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Stacy Willoughby declares victory over Brian Burnett in exclusive interview

Stacy Willoughby, who campaigned against incumbent Brian Burnett in Washington’s 12th Legislative District, declared victory Tuesday evening at Pybus Public Market.
WENATCHEE – Stacy Willoughby declared victory over Republican incumbent Brian Burnett in the 12th Legislative District’s Position 1 House race Nov. 10, as the remaining ballot count left her opponent facing a steep path to overcoming her lead.

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Port explores smaller business spaces at Cashmere Mill District, drawing on Trades District demand

CASHMERE – The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority is exploring whether dividing space at Cashmere’s Mill District into smaller units could attract contractors and other emerging businesses, with the former Blue Spirits premises among its priorities.

Port carries forward boat launch grant as city aims for repairs before spring flows

CASHMERE – Funding for repairs to Cashmere’s boat launch will remain available after the Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority voted Nov. 10 to carry the city’s grant forward, preserving support for work officials hope to complete before spring river flows.
Local Features

Apple Annie Antique Gallery marks 30 years in Cashmere

Vendors manage their own booths, which is demonstrated by the unique inventory and display of each booth.
CASHMERE — At 70,000 square feet, Apple Annie Antique Gallery is one of the largest antique malls in Washington state, hosting anywhere from 120 to 150 vendors and over 225 booths under one roof. …
Inside Temptress, a new speakeasy in the Mission District of Cashmere, the lights are low, the music isn’t too loud, and there’s a beverage for everyone to enjoy.

Inside Temptress, a new speakeasy built for slowing down

CASHMERE — What began as a quick stop to take photos of a new Cashmere business turned into nearly an hour-long conversation inside Temptress, a newly opened speakeasy tucked into the Mission …
From left, Tauni Hink, Lynn Love, and Diane Senn share an afternoon over wine and stories inside The Velvet Den, Side Street Cashmere’s newest addition.

New Velvet Den wine lounge offers Cashmere a place to linger

CASHMERE — The music was already doing most of the work. Upon entry into The Velvet Den, Sinatra’s voice filled the room with “The Lady is a Tramp,” giving way a moment later to Sarah …
Steve Hays of Wenatchee is on a mission to pick up a loaf of English muffin bread from baker and cashier Yuli Infante, for his wife back at home.

Sure to Rise Bakery marks 78 years of tradition in Cashmere

CASHMERE — In our ongoing series on businesses that have been continuously operating for more than 40 years in the Wenatchee Valley, this entry comes from the heart of downtown Cashmere. …

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Chelan County Sheriff's Report

Chelan County Sheriff's Report

This report is compiled from records provided by the Chelan County Sheriff's Office and RiverCom. The publisher cannot certify the complete accuracy of the information provided.
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Daniel Segovia started Oct. 29 as director of development and communications for the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society.
WENATCHEE — Wenatchee native Daniel Segovia is the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society's new director of development and communications.
WENATCHEE — Federal, state and tribal agencies are expanding a Central Washington pilot program that aims to increase prescribed burning on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest while giving nearby communities more warning and protection from the smoke.
A kitchen worker and an incarcerated crew member prepare a meal in the renovated kitchen at the Chelan County Regional Justice Center in Wenatchee. Staff moved back into the kitchen in October after about eight months in a temporary space.
WENATCHEE — Chelan County's $8.7 million project to replace the aging plumbing in the Law and Justice Building is about 70% complete and remains on schedule and on budget, with construction expected to wrap up in the first quarter of 2027, the county said.
Cashmere’s proposed zoning map identifies changes to residential and commercial designations, including additional areas for higher-density housing.
CASHMERE – Residents can weigh in Nov. 23 on proposed changes to Cashmere’s zoning map and development rules that would expand areas for higher-density housing, allow more housing options and guide the city’s growth over the next two decades.
Cashmere homeowner Diane Wannschaff appeared at the Nov. 9 city council meeting to ask the city for reimbursement for repairs for damage caused by a city contractor.
CASHMERE – Diane Wannschaff told the Cashmere City Council on Nov. 9 that she had spent nearly $15,000 repairing a sewer connection damaged during a city water-line project and was still trying to recover her money four months later.

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Sports
NACHES — The Cashmere Bulldogs scored 35 points in the first quarter and shut out Naches Valley 63-0 in a 1A South Central League football game Friday night, Oct. 16. It was Cashmere's second straight shutout.
BENTON CITY — The Cashmere girls cross country team handed previously unbeaten Naches Valley its first South Central Athletic Conference dual-meet loss Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Horn Rapids Park, finishing the league dual season 8-0.

CASHMERE — The top-ranked Cashmere volleyball team swept Naches Valley and Wahluke this week before No. 7 Lynden Christian handed the Bulldogs their first loss of the season Friday, Oct. 16.
CASHMERE — Cashmere girls soccer won three more games this week, all by shutout, to improve to 14-0.

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Outdoors
OLYMPIA — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is urging prospective hunters to complete required hunter education courses this summer to avoid delays before the fall hunting seasons. …
OLYMPIA — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking applicants to fill four vacant positions on its Wolf Advisory Group (WAG), which advises the department’s director on …

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Obituaries
Kathryn passed away surrounded by friends and family in her home October 26th, 2026. Celebration of Life details to come.
Genevieve Elaine Smith
Genevieve Elaine Smith, age 87, passed away on August 30, 2026, wrapped in the loving arms of her namesake granddaughter, Genevieve Stephens. This Amazing Woman is now in the arms of Jesus, her …
Karen Faye Colling passed away at the age of 80 on May 22, 2026, in Wenatchee, WA. Karen was born September 9, 1945 in Waterloo, IA to parents Franklin O. and Donna Mae Mullen. Karen was a …
Carrie Jones peacefully entered into the presence of the Lord surrounded by family on Monday, July 21, 2025. Carrie was born in Eau Claire, WI on January 4, 1955 to Leigh Sydney Wright and Alvara …
Celebration of Life There will be a Celebration of Life for Mick and Lee Reister of Peshastin held at the Dryden Gun Club this Saturday, May 16th, 2026 from 1-4pm.
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Education
Wenatchee High School got back into session on Wednesday, August 26

High school students return for new year

WENATCHEE VALLEY — The first day of high school still begins with a picture. Sometimes Mom or Dad takes it. Sometimes a friend does. Sometimes, by senior year, an entire group assembles for …

Two Wenatchee Valley College trustees resign

WENATCHEE — Two members of the Wenatchee Valley College Board of Trustees have resigned, leaving the five-member governing board with two vacancies. The college announced Monday that trustees …

Ferguson proposes statewide school cellphone ban

SEATTLE — Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Tuesday that he will seek a statewide ban on student cellphone use during school hours in Washington public K-12 schools. The proposed “Away for the …
Cashmere FFA members gather for a group photo during the Washington State FFA Convention in Pullman, where the chapter earned two national qualifying team titles and multiple top finishes in statewide competitions.

Cashmere FFA qualifies eight students for national competition

CASHMERE – Cashmere High School’s FFA chapter will send two state champion teams to national competition this fall after strong performances at state contests this spring. The Environmental …

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State News

WA officials urge leaders not to spend $51 million Meta fine yet

Meta has paid Washington state a record-setting fine of more than $51 million for violating campaign finance laws, but lawmakers are being cautioned not to get too excited about the money.

As immigrant Medicaid cuts take effect, some in WA can keep their coverage

OLYMPIA – Roughly 10,000 immigrants in Washington are losing their Medicaid health coverage due to federal cuts Republicans in Congress approved last year.

Judge permanently blocks WA sheriff standards law

OLYMPIA – A judge on Friday threw out tough new job standards for county sheriffs approved by Washington lawmakers this year that critics argued would force some out of office.

WA wildfire home damage totals at least $188M, Ferguson says

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Monday asked President Donald Trump for tens of millions of dollars in federal aid to help communities recover from devastating wildfires this summer. Across the …

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Opinion

The day after the election

Terry Ward, Publisher

A week from today, the election will be over.

When outrage masquerades as journalism
What happens when nobody wants to be wrong?
The value of doing something badly
Who is still here when the smoke clears
Opinion has a place. So does disagreement.
The elections closest to home
Grace is becoming a lost skill

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With one member overseas and one attending via Zoom, city council holds a smaller-than-usual meeting Nov. 9, discussing options after their last-ditch tax measure failed.
CASHMERE – The Cashmere City Council approved a 1% increase in the city’s property-tax levy Nov. 9, adding roughly $7,000 to $8,000 in annual revenue as officials consider how to fund services after voters rejected a larger tax increase.
BLEWETT PASS — A 35-year-old male from Ellensburg was transported to Central Washington Hospital Tuesday morning after crashing his vehicle off Highway 97.
WENATCHEE — Fourteen arts and culture organizations in the Wenatchee Valley, Leavenworth and Lake Chelan area will share $192,500 in grants they can use for programming, staffing or other operating needs.
The Little Giant Fire near Grouse Mountain on Aug. 26.
CHELAN COUNTY — Periods of heavy rain this week could pose flood and debris-flow risks in and downstream of the Little Giant Fire area, officials warn.

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