Stehekin fire update 7/30/2010
As of 11:30 a.m.:
Smoke from the Rainbow Bridge Fire in Stehekin can be seen from Omak, Brewst...
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Over 30 fires in NCW, Swakane update 7/30/2010
As of this morning, 33 lightning-caused fires were reported in the Okanogan Wenatchee National Fores...
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Break-in at Chelan restaurant 7/30/2010
Burglars walked away from BC MacDonalds last night with about 83 bottles of mostly high-end liquor.
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Emergency declared for floods 7/29/2010
Wenatchee-area homeowners were digging out this morning from Wednesday’s flash floods.
Rivers ...
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Hatch Act investigation continues for Burnett 7/30/2010
One of the candidates for Chelan County sheriff is facing a third round of an investigation into how...
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Brewster hospital considers lid lift 7/30/2010
The Okanogan Douglas Hospital commissioners have agreed to delay a levy lid lift from November to so...
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PUD tackles power outages 7/29/2010
Numerous scattered outages were reported across Chelan County during last night’s thunderstorms.
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Construction continues in Chelan School District 7/29/2010
Lake Chelan School District’s new superintendent, Rob Manahan, talked with KOZI News yesterday about...
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97A open to traffic 7/29/2010
Both lanes of traffic are open on Highway 97A about nine miles south of Chelan.
A mudslide clo...
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Over 20 fires in NCW 7/29/2010
Lightning from Wednesday’s storm set off numerous wildfires in North Central Washington…...
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Police boat damaged, but Marine Patrol sails on 7/28/2010
Despite the vandalism of a marine patrol boat on Lake Chelan last weekend, the Chelan County Sheriff...
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Riazzi expresses PUD confidence upon departure 7/28/2010
Chelan County PUD commissioners said their goodbyes yesterday to outgoing General Manager Rich Riazz...
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McGinnis Road to get makeover 7/28/2010
If you’ve ever taken the drive from East Wenatchee over Badger Mountain to Waterville, you know abou...
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More campfire restrictions 7/28/2010
Effective today, campfire restrictions are expanding for the Chelan, Entiat and Wenatchee River Rang...
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Sheriff candidate wins appeal of Hatch Act decision 7/28/2010
Brian Burnett’s campaign for Chelan County Sheriff has been validated by the U.S. Office of Special ...
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New CFO hired at LCCH 7/28/2010
Lake Chelan Community Hospital has a new official to oversee finances: Viola Babcock.
Raised i...
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Storms rage through NCW; 97A partially open 7/28/2010
Flooding, mudslides and fires were reported throughout Wednesday evening after thunderstorms swept t...
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Bridgeport home goes up in flames 7/27/2010
Two buildings were heavily damaged in a fire yesterday in Bridgeport.
The fire started at 4:40...
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Three collisions north of Brewster 7/27/2010
A Brewster man was killed in a one-vehicle collision last night near Malott.
Okanogan County S...
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Lakeview Drive-in Fire: UPDATE 7/26/2010
You may need to find a new place to enjoy your lunch...
at least for a little while.
A weeken...
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Lakeview Drive-In Fire 7/25/2010
Breaking News
an early Morning fire has heavily damaged the iconic Lakeview Drive-in on the shores ...
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The suspect in a string of local bank robberies has been arrested in Spokane 7/21/2010
The suspect in a string of local bank robberies has been arrested in Spokane.
A citizen'...
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County Commissioners Approve Tuscan Village 7/20/2010
Chelan County Commissioners Tuesday gave the green light for the Tuscan Village project to proceed w...
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Snag new compost bins Saturday 7/16/2010
If you live in Okanogan County, you’ve got a chance to trade in your illegal burn barrels tomorrow a...
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Report from Holden Mine: Part I 7/16/2010
Public comment was taken this week in Holden Village, Chelan and Wenatchee to find out what people t...
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Evidence in Cowell homicide released 7/15/2010
Police working on the Mackenzie Cowell murder investigation have revealed a key piece of evidence in...
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Mine cleanup plan introduced 7/15/2010
After about two decades of some minor mitigation work and coordinating between federal and state age...
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Teamsters coming to Reclamation District 7/15/2010
Lake Chelan Reclamation District employees have asked for union representation.
Commissioner B...
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Swimming safety tips: Part II 7/14/2010
Yesterday we spoke with the Red Cross Apple Valley chapter about how to stay safe in the pool and at...
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Stay safe around fallen power lines 7/14/2010
With the highly visible Swakane Fire occasionally affecting traffic on Highway 97A, the Chelan Count...
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Reclamation District to seek attorney general's opinion 7/14/2010
When it came time to pay the bills at yesterday’s board meeting of the Lake Chelan Reclamation Distr...
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Holden mine cleanup meeting tonight 7/14/2010
Chelan County commissioners are on a field trip today at the former Holden mine site, as public inpu...
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Swimming safety tips: Part I 7/13/2010
The Chelan area has seen two near-drownings in the past two weeks: A four-year-old boy in a private ...
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Swakane Fire update 7/13/2010
As of 11 a.m. Tuesday:
Firefighters are making progress against the Swakane Canyon wildfire th...
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Hiker still missing in Cashmere area 7/13/2010
The search continues today for a Soap Lake hiker who is reported a week overdue from a trek up Mount...
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Swakane Fire update 7/12/2010
As of 11 a.m. Monday:
A ref flag warning has firefighters scrambling to contain the Swakane Ca...
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Chelan County campfire restrictions in effect 7/12/2010
Hot, dry weather and increased potential for
fire have prompted forest officials to implement campf...
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Bridgeport-area land becomes part of fire district 7/12/2010
Annexation was approved at the last Douglas Okanogan County Fire District 15 board meeting.
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Paragliding crash in Douglas County 7/12/2010
A paraglider taking off Chelan Butte was injured yesterday afternoon.
Claudio Alberto Mota, 43...
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Sen. Cantwell visits Stehekin 7/12/2010
Last Thursday, 12th District Sen. Linda Evans Parlette hosted U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell and others on...
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Swakane Fire acreage nears 6K 7/11/2010
As of 9 p.m. Sunday:
A wildfire that broke out Saturday afternoon in Swakane Canyon has spread...
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Crash closes 97 near Wells Dam 7/9/2010
Three Brewster teenagers and a Wenatchee man were injured in a head-on collision this morning on Hig...
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Dead man found in Columbia River 7/9/2010
Police may have found the body of a Pateros man who’s been missing since May.
The Okanogan Cou...
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Higher temps could mean higher fire risk 7/9/2010
Through next Tuesday, temperatures are expected to reach the 90s and maybe even higher.
What w...
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Mayor Howe on museum, Jamboree 7/9/2010
Our own Rebecca Meadows has the latest news from the city of Pateros…...
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Man on the Street: How do you spell 'relax?' 7/9/2010
North Central Washington is braced for the first heat spell of the summer this week, with temperatur...
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NCW raises over $400K for Gates Foundation 7/9/2010
When the Bill and Melissa Gates Foundation offered up a challenge to local non-profit groups to matc...
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GOP chair coming to NCW 7/8/2010
Republican Party chairman Michael Steele is coming to Wenatchee this weekend.
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Protect yourself from heat-related health problems 7/8/2010
As the mercury tickles the 100 degree mark this week there’s an increase risk of heat stress, especi...
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Weekly traffic advisory 7/7/2010
Here’s a look at road work happening in Chelan County:
The Sen. George Sellar Bridge in Wenatc...
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Dead man identified 7/7/2010
The body discovered Monday night in Wenatchee has been identified as 53-year-old Craig Lund of Malag...
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Washington Pass overlook closure 7/7/2010
The Methow Valley Ranger District is reconstructing the overlook trail at Washington Pass.
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PUD selects interim GM 7/7/2010
Following a two-hour executive session, Chelan PUD commissioners decided to name Chief Finance/Risk ...
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New provider for mental health care 7/7/2010
Mental health services are changing in Chelan and Douglas counties.
As of this month, there’s...
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Pateros Council: Who are they? 7/7/2010
The Pateros City Council has had some changes recently, and our own Rebecca Meadows talked about all...
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Pape-Miller vies for PUD seat 7/7/2010
As election season rolls on, we continue to introduce candidates and challengers.
Jenae Pape-M...
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Methow school board recap 7/6/2010
The Methow Valley school board agreed to pay back money to the taxpayers at its last meeting.
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East Wenatchee property values declining 7/6/2010
Property revaluation notices were sent out last week in the East Wenatchee area, and Douglas County ...
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Fire burns nearly 3,000 acres on SR 28 7/5/2010
The timing couldn’t have been worse for some motorists, as efforts to battle a 2,900 acre fire near ...
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Pateros Council meeting recap 7/5/2010
Jet ski races and a downtown property purchase were two major discussions at the last Pateros City C...
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No fireworks in National Forest 7/2/2010
As the Fourth of July approaches, fire officials are reminding forest visitors that fireworks are il...
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Spraying continues near Mazama 7/2/2010
Pesticide spraying for tussock moth in the Methow Valley Ranger District was postponed due to weathe...
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Growers eligible for more federal aid 7/2/2010
Commercial orchardists and nursery tree growers can continue to apply for benefits under the federal...
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Free swim at Brewster pool 7/2/2010
Rebecca Meadows recently spoke with Shan Miller at the Brewster pool about the Fourth of July weeken...
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Cameras catching red light runners 7/2/2010
Motorists can expect to be ticketed if they’re caught on camera running a red light in Wenatchee.
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Weekly travel advisory 7/1/2010
On Highway 97A, rock slope stabilization work between Entiat and Wenatchee is suspended until August...
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Walter on new planning director 7/1/2010
Chelan County’s new planning director appears to be tailor-made for his new position.
That’s ...
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Brewster superintendent says goodbye 7/1/2010
The Brewster School District gave former superintendent Aaron Chavez a big thank-you at the last boa...
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Fireworks rules for Okanogan County 7/1/2010
Pateros Fire Department Chief Mike Lambert recently spoke to Rebecca Meadows about fireworks restric...
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Faulty brakes cause bike vs. car accident 7/1/2010
A Chelan girl suffered some broken bones after her bicycle struck a car last night.
Sheriff Mi...
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PUD general manager resigns 7/1/2010
Rich Riazzi is stepping down as general manager of Chelan County Public Utility District.
Ria...
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PILT payments coming through 6/30/2010
The check’s in the mail – that’s the word from U.S. Interior Department Secretary Ken Salazar.
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State Trooper in minor crash 6/30/2010
A Pateros woman was cited with negligent driving after the State Patrol says she caused a state troo...
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Douglas County: No state funding equals more trash 6/30/2010
Litter is starting to accumulate along rural roads in Douglas County.
It’s a scene that commi...
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Brewster hospital to ask for more levy dollars 6/30/2010
The Okanogan Douglas Hospital will seek a levy lid lift in the fall.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows re...
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Two injured in motorcycle crash 6/28/2010
Two people from Alberta, Canada were injured in a one-vehicle accident yesterday morning about one m...
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Twisp Development Authority meets tonight 6/28/2010
Rebecca Meadows recently visited with co-directors Maggie Coon and Mark Wolf Armstrong of the Twisp ...
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Chelan superintendent bids farewell 6/28/2010
This week marks the last for Chelan superintendent Jim Busey.
He announced over a year ago tha...
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Boating safety tips 6/25/2010
Local sheriff’s offices and state law enforcement agencies will be doing emphasis patrols this weeke...
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Chelan fire district says: 'Be fire safe' 6/25/2010
With the appearance of the first lightning-caused brush fire this year in Chelan, local fire officia...
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New trailheads coming to Wenatchee area 6/25/2010
Plans are in the works by the city of Wenatchee and the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust to develop new tra...
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Golf for charity in the Methow 6/25/2010
The eighth annual Cove Golf Classic Tournament will take place in the Methow Valley July 17, and reg...
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Hastings says 'Show me the PILT money' 6/25/2010
U.S. Congressman Doc Hastings is fuming over delays in issuing federal payments to timber counties. ...
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Traffic advisory 6/25/2010
Expect delays up to 20 minutes today north of Daroga State Park, where crews are creating a northbou...
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Meetings tonight 6/24/2010
The Chelan City Council is looking at a short agenda for tonight’s meeting, the biggest item being p...
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Okanogan WorkSource trains unemployed 6/24/2010
The Pateros Chamber of Commerce recently heard what the free WorkSource program does for residents –...
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10th annual Shore to Shore a no-go 6/24/2010
This year’s Lake Chelan Shore to Shore Marathon has been canceled.
It was scheduled for Sept. ...
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Sprint boat racing OK'd for fall 6/24/2010
Sprint boat races are a go in East Wenatchee.
The city council voted 4-2 in favor of proceedin...
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County develops new tourism marketing 6/24/2010
Chelan County has found its brand: Washington’s Playground.
A new tourism marketing campaign ...
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Public input sought on Holden mine cleanup plan 6/24/2010
State and federal agencies have published a plan for the cleanup of environmental contamination at t...
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County hires new planning director 6/24/2010
The search for a new planning director in Chelan County ended Wednesday afternoon, with the selectio...
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West Nile in NCW 6/23/2010
The Grant County Health District has reported the first case of West Nile virus in the state this ye...
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Grant to help fund remodel of Confluence classroom 6/23/2010
Confluence Gallery in Twisp recently received a grant from Icicle Fund.
Our own Rebecca Meadow...
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Wildfire season preview Part II 6/23/2010
Yesterday, an official with the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest said a wetter-than-average spring...
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PUD reaches for financial stability 6/23/2010
Chelan County PUD commissioners unanimously passed a resolution Monday that outlines new financial g...
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Counties work on settling jail billing 6/23/2010
They may have not resolved all of their differences, but Douglas and Chelan County commissioners app...
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Fire ignites in Chelan 6/23/2010
Despite a brief bout of heavy rain, lightning sparked a small fire shortly before 6 p.m. yesterday a...
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Tussock moth spraying update 6/22/2010
A few areas near Mazama, totaling about 500 acres, were sprayed last week for tussock moth infestati...
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Wildland Firefighting 101, Part II 6/22/2010
Wildland firefighter training was held in Wenatchee last week, drawing students from local and state...
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Federal PILT payments delayed 6/22/2010
Chelan County is faced with having to fill a $1.5 million budget hole this month after the federal g...
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Wildfire season preview Part I 6/22/2010
Though it may not feel like it yet, Monday was the first official day of summer – and that means wil...
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Firefighter training camp - Part I 6/21/2010
You might call it Wildland Firefighting 101.
Each year, the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest...
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Methow-area crash sends five to hospital 6/21/2010
Five people were injured in a two-vehicle collision Saturday afternoon, about three miles south of M...
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Brewster hospital audited 6/21/2010
Okanogan Douglas Hospital recently passed an annual audit.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows reports…
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Weekly traffic advisory 6/18/2010
A shoulder repair project is happening today south of Brewster on Highway 97. From 7 a.m. to 3:30 p....
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Lineman Rodeo this weekend 6/18/2010
Chelan County PUD linemen will be competing against teams from across the United States this weekend...
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Free lunches in Brewster 6/18/2010
Free lunches will be served to Brewster kids this summer.
KOZI's Rebecca Meadows has the detai...
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Pedestrian bridge reopened 6/17/2010
Wenatchee’s historic Pipeline Bridge has been re-opened, following completion of a $1.5 million reha...
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Pateros school's summer plans 6/17/2010
School’s out, but the Pateros School District has programs in place to keep its kids busy.
Sup...
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Tussock moth spraying update 6/17/2010
Five hundred acres in the Methow Valley Ranger District were sprayed yesterday for tussock moth, whi...
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Federal assistance available to NCW farmers 6/17/2010
U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell and Patty Murray announced that farmers in 11 Washington state counties...
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Cherry industry growing 6/17/2010
Wenatchee: the cherry capital of the world?
It appears that Chelan County’s cherry industry i...
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New LCCH commissioner selected 6/16/2010
Retired judge Thomas C. Warren was appointed a commissioner of the Lake Chelan Community Hospital bo...
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Complaint causes government to look at sheriff candidate 6/16/2010
Brian Burnett, a candidate for Chelan County sheriff, is being investigated for alleged violations o...
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Pesticide spraying starts in Mazama area 6/16/2010
Tussock moth spraying began today in the Methow Valley Ranger District.
The first egg hatch wa...
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Brewster Council meeting recap 6/16/2010
A change of meeting time and date was agreed upon during the last Brewster City Council meeting.
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Chelan County road projects 6/16/2010
A sure sign of summer is the start-up of road construction and repairs, and in Chelan County there a...
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Special guest: Chief Justice Barbara Madsen 6/16/2010
Washington State Supreme Court Chief Justice Barbara Madsen stopped in at the KOZI studio Wednesday ...
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Special guest: Mark Evans 6/16/2010
Mark Evans is back in hydroplane racing, and he won the big trophy in Issaquah last weekend.
H...
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Fatality collision near Oroville 6/15/2010
A Wellpinit man was killed early this morning after being hit by a vehicle about four miles south of...
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97A rock slope work changes this week 6/15/2010
Construction hours have been extended this week on Highway 97A between Entiat and Wenatchee, where c...
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County selects planning director hopefuls 6/15/2010
The search for a new planning director continues in Chelan County.
Commissioners have release...
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Twisp Council meeting recap 6/15/2010
At the last Twisp Town Council meeting, the master plan for the Public Development Authority was dis...
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Business News: Columbia Furniture growing 6/15/2010
Columbia Furniture, located in Chelan, is expanding its business to a second store in downtown Wenat...
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Chelan school moving ahead on two major projects 6/15/2010
The dirt on Apple Blossom Drive across from Wal-Mart will soon begin to resemble the Lake Chelan Sch...
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Petition for initiative targets immigrant hiring 6/15/2010
A proposed ballot initiative that would change the way employers hire immigrant labor in Washington ...
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An Interview With Chief Justice Barbara Madsen Live On 2nd Cup Wednesday 06/16/10 At 8:15AM 6/15/2010
On November 5, 2009, her colleagues unanimously elected Justice Barbara Madsen to serve as the 55th ...
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Methow-area forest wildfire prep done 6/14/2010
Prescribed burning on the Methow Valley Ranger District is finished for this spring.
Assistant...
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Council discusses moving recycling bins 6/14/2010
Chelan Mayor Bob Goedde shared some highlights from last week's city council meeting...
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McMorris Rodgers comes to Brewster 6/14/2010
U.S. Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers recently visited Brewster, where she offered two new progr...
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Who's filed for public office in 2010 election 6/14/2010
The ballots are set in Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties for the upcoming August primary electio...
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Citizens, sheriff react to cell phone law 6/14/2010
Washington state’s new cell phone law is receiving mixed reviews from motorists and law enforcement ...
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Sprint boat racing update 6/12/2010
East Wenatchee Mayor Steve Lacy remains hopeful that the city’s plans to host a sprint boat racing e...
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What's Happening 6/12/2010
Check out “Play Days” in Mansfield today, or take your kids to Winthrop for a free fishing event.
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Man to be charged with baby's death 6/11/2010
Formal charges will be filed today against an East Wenatchee man accused in the homicide of a 10-mon...
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Oil spill documentary will be televised 6/11/2010
A just-completed documentary that aired last night on the Discovery Channel chronicles the BP oil sp...
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Union Valley station open 6/11/2010
Just in time for wildfire season, Station 73 in Union Valley is complete and open for business.
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Kids to learn fishing, boating skills in Methow Valley 6/11/2010
National Fishing Day will be recognized on Saturday in Winthrop with some kid-friendly events.
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Reclamation District hears suggestions on conflict resolutions 6/11/2010
An attorney told the Lake Chelan Reclamation District that resolving its personnel issues will need ...
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Suspect in Chelan vehicle fire in custody 6/11/2010
A small compact car caught fire this morning in front of an apartment complex in Chelan.
The i...
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Friday traffic advisory 6/11/2010
Highway 97A is open today between Entiat and Wenatchee.
The work zone speed limit is 45 mph, a...
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PUD commissioner seeks reelection 6/10/2010
Chelan County PUD Commissioner Denniz Bolz filed for reelection Monday morning.
He has served ...
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Manson fire commissioner resigns 6/10/2010
Manson is seeking a new fire commissioner, after one resigned during Tuesday night’s board meeting.
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County requires 'hold harmless' clause for inmate work crews 6/10/2010
Jail inmate work crews have become a cheap form of labor for all sorts of jobs, from litter clean up...
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Car Wash Bandit apprehended 6/9/2010
Wenatchee police have nabbed the suspect they call the Car Wash Bandit.
Sergeant John Kruse sa...
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New equipment for Fire District 6 6/9/2010
Okanogan County Fire District 6 has received a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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Meetings in Chelan, Manson 6/9/2010
A discussion about the recycling bins in front of the Safeway store will continue tonight at the boa...
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Jail dispute update 6/9/2010
A dispute between Chelan and Douglas counties over regional jail billing appears closer to being res...
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PUD building financial plan 6/9/2010
With the goal of paying down debt, building reserves for a rainy day and avoiding large, sudden rate...
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Mother's boyfriend arrested after baby dies 6/9/2010
A 19-year-old East Wenatchee man is in jail this morning on charges of homicide by abuse to a 10-mon...
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Filing Week preview 6/8/2010
The election season is officially open with the start of filing week in Washington.
Steve Hair...
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Accessibility project moving ahead in Stehekin 6/8/2010
The National Park Service has completed a Finding of No Significant Impact for an improvement projec...
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Moth spraying postponed 6/8/2010
Cool, wet weather has been pushing back the start date for treatment of the Douglas Fir Tussock moth...
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England: Billing system at the core of jail dispute 6/8/2010
As we reported last week, Chelan County has declared a state of emergency to clean up an area near S...
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 6/8/2010
Two events were approved at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows rep...
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Wenatchee looks at affordable housing 6/7/2010
A task force that has been formulating strategies for providing more affordable housing in Wenatchee...
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Confluence hires new manager 6/7/2010
There’s a new operations manager and a new exhibit at Confluence Gallery in Twisp.
KOZI’s Rebe...
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New board member needed for Conservation District 6/7/2010
The Okanogan Conservation District is seeking applicants to fill a vacant elected position on the Bo...
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Port to give funds for Entiat project 6/7/2010
Entiat’s waterfront redevelopment project continues to move forward.
Last week, the city’s pla...
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Chelan offering pre-k camp 6/7/2010
Sign-ups are open for a pre-kindergarten summer camp in Chelan.
Superintendent Jim Busey expla...
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New Brewster superintendent optimistic 6/7/2010
It's almost time for a changing of the guard in the Brewster School District.
Eric Driessen, w...
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Loup Loup crash injures two 6/7/2010
The State Patrol says two vehicles collided Saturday in Okanogan County because the Oak Harbor man w...
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Graduation schedule 6/5/2010
Here’s a list of high school graduations in the area.
Saturday’s ceremonies include Pateros at...
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Man attempts to flee police 6/5/2010
A man who was arrested Thursday night on illegal weapons possession charges tried to escape Wenatche...
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What's Happening 6/5/2010
The Bridgeport Daze festival is happening today, and a new art exhibit is opening in Twisp.
Ou...
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Pateros school improvements moving along 6/4/2010
The Pateros School District is hoping to finish more elements of its health and safety project over ...
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Get your firewood this weekend 6/4/2010
War Creek Campground is closed in the Methow Valley Ranger District, but firewood gathering is permi...
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Courthouse clerk Woods to retire 6/4/2010
It’s the end of an era at the Chelan County Courthouse.
Longtime Superior Court Clerk Siri Wo...
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Congress candidate stopping in Chelan 6/4/2010
Jay Clough, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, has announced his plan to challenge Congressman Doc Hasting...
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Irrigation water off in Chelan area 6/3/2010
The Lake Chelan Reclamation District is doing some required maintenance today on the Lake Chelan Pum...
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Methow area weed spraying 6/3/2010
Each year, between May and October, the Methow Valley Ranger District treats noxious weeds in the Na...
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School renews leases 6/3/2010
Chelan Fresh, the marketing representative for Chelan Fruit, is staying put for the foreseeable futu...
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Brewster superintendent says farewell 6/3/2010
Aaron Chavez is wrapping up his time as superintendent of the Brewster School District this month.
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Twisp Council meeting recap 6/3/2010
The Twisp Town Council approved a new public events application at its last meeting.
KOZI’s Re...
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Rains may impact cherry harvest 6/3/2010
It’s that time of the year when cherry growers have one eye on their fruit and the other eye to the ...
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Weekly traffic advisory 6/3/2010
Highway 97A between Entiat and Wenatchee is open this week, with 20-minute delays today from 7 a.m. ...
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Red light cameras are on 6/2/2010
Motorists, take caution: You’re being watched and recorded in Wenatchee.
New red light cameras...
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Alcoa, union employees may have agreement 6/2/2010
Alcoa and the United Steelworkers have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year labor contra...
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School ending early for Brewster seniors 6/2/2010
The hiring of two teachers and coaches and the elementary school principal were approved at the last...
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Memorial Day wrap-up 6/2/2010
When all was said and done, crime was down on Memorial Day weekend in Chelan.
One of the bigge...
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Vacation homes may be reason for low census numbers in Chelan 6/2/2010
The 2010 U.S. Census forms were due last month – did you get yours in on time?
Spokesman Steve...
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County disputes jail bed bill 6/2/2010
Douglas County commissioners are mad as hell, and they say they don’t intend to take it anymore.
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Chelan Valley harvest outlook 6/1/2010
As we reported last week, the Chelan Fruit Coop will be bringing more jobs to the area as people are...
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'First Tuesday' program discusses birds 6/1/2010
The Methow Conservancy's First Tuesday program will be held tonight at the Twisp Grange.
KOZI’...
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Tuscan, city reps pleased after hearing 6/1/2010
A public hearing was held last week to present the final draft of a development agreement for the pr...
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Pateros school happenings 6/1/2010
As the end of the year wraps up for Pateros students, some big celebrations are coming up.
Sup...
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Pybus Market update - Part II 5/28/2010
Wenatchee Mayor Dennis Johnson talked to KOZI this week about the proposed Pybus Public Market proje...
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Twisp library expanding; fundraiser today 5/28/2010
The Twisp Library Friends will host a fundraiser this evening.
Rebecca Meadows has more…
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Memorial Day weekend traffic 5/28/2010
While the active road work will take a three-day break for Memorial Day, drivers should prepare for ...
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Mansfield Clinic hours changed 5/28/2010
The Okanogan Douglas Hospital board has amended its decision to cut Mansfield Clinic hours.
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Chelan Fruit buys Stemilt packing facility 5/28/2010
Chelan Fruit is changing up some of its operations, with the purchase of a new packing plant near Ch...
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Chelan school, council meet tonight 5/27/2010
The Lake Chelan school board will sit down for dinner tonight with the school’s Hispanic Parent Advi...
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New Pangborn manager signs contract 5/27/2010
Pangborn Airport will soon be under new management, now that an offer of employment has been extende...
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City still has plans for Pybus participation 5/27/2010
Wenatchee Mayor Dennis Johnson says he’s still optimistic about the city’s participation in the deve...
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Brewster hospital looks to cut spending 5/27/2010
A plan to save over $100,000 per month was presented at the last Okanogan Douglas Hospital board mee...
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Pateros-area crash injures two 5/27/2010
Two Winthrop residents were injured in a rollover crash yesterday afternoon about seven miles north ...
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Bowers wins fourth state title 5/27/2010
Chelan High School senior Kelli Bowers shot a 2 under-par 70 yesterday at Richland’s Columbia Point ...
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Man killed in tractor accident identified 5/27/2010
A 32-year-old Chelan man died from a head injury Thursday afternoon when a tractor rolled on top of ...
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Pateros signs agreement with county 5/26/2010
Summer projects were discussed at the last Pateros City Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadow...
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Development coming to Douglas County 5/26/2010
Douglas County is experiencing a boom in commercial retail development.
It’s occurring in the...
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Fiber optics to continue expanding 5/26/2010
Over 10,000 Internet users are now hooked up to Chelan County PUD’s wholesale fiber optic network, b...
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State association elects Sheriff Harum 5/25/2010
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Harum was elected president of the Washington State Association of Sherif...
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PUD insurance comes in under budget 5/25/2010
Premiums for the Chelan County PUD’s 2010-2011 insurance package will be 7.7 percent less than budge...
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Twisp trail survey 5/25/2010
The town of Twisp is looking for answers, and all Twisp and Methow Valley residents are invited to f...
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Changing of the guard at sheriff's office 5/25/2010
Changes are being made to the management flow chart at the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office.
Sh...
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About 100 pigs die in fire 5/25/2010
A deadly fire swept through a farm located in the Tarpiscan area yesterday morning.
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Manson senior presentations this week 5/25/2010
Nearing the end of the school year, Manson seniors will deliver their presentations tonight and Thur...
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Search continues for Pateros man 5/25/2010
A Pateros man is still missing and presumed dead after possibly driving his vehicle into the Methow ...
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Chelan school reveals $170K in state cuts 5/25/2010
As the Lake Chelan School District gears up for the 2010-2011 budget process, there’s good news and ...
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Tuscan Village hearing tomorrow 5/25/2010
A public hearing tomorrow morning will be held for the proposed development agreement between Tuscan...
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Thieves in Chelan take speaker, iPod 5/25/2010
Two vehicle prowls were reported yesterday in Chelan.
According to Chief of Administration Jer...
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County assessor retiring, endorses Griffin 5/25/2010
Chelan County Assessor Russ Griffith has had a change of heart and announced he will not seek reelec...
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New Habitat house taking shape 5/24/2010
At least two dozen people turned out Friday to help the Lake Chelan Valley Habitat for Humanity buil...
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 5/24/2010
Softball tournaments and the noise ordinance were discussed during the last Winthrop Town Council me...
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Police doing seatbelt emphasis patrols 5/24/2010
Another statewide "Click It or Ticket" campaign begins tonight and lasts through June 6.
Accor...
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NCW resident launches campaign for Congress 5/24/2010
An East Wenatchee man has announced his intentions to file as an independent candidate for U.S. Hous...
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Bids open for Community Gym work 5/24/2010
Crews from Pipkin Construction will start work on the Lake Chelan School District's new ballfields t...
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Weekly travel advisory 5/24/2010
Highway 97A between Entiat and Wenatchee is open this week, with delays up to 20 minutes today throu...
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What's Happening 5/22/2010
Check out the city-wide yard sales today in Pateros, and there’s a metal drive happening in the Meth...
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Link to unveil new electric trolleys 5/22/2010
Link Transit is going green with its new inner-city electric trolley service in Wenatchee.
In ...
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Three fire districts consider joining 5/21/2010
The Wenatchee City Council got a briefing yesterday on the concept of creating a regional fire autho...
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Schools on a 'Race to the Top' 5/21/2010
Are small rural school districts at a disadvantage when it comes to competing for federal education ...
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Brewster passes airport ordinance 5/21/2010
The town-owned Brewster Airport was discussed at the last council meeting.
Rebecca Meadows has...
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Chelan to be a three-stoplight town this fall 5/21/2010
It’s almost tourist season in Chelan – so where’s the new traffic signal that was supposed to be ins...
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Woman's kidnapping claim found to be false 5/20/2010
An 18-year-old woman who never showed up for her probation appointment yesterday morning was taken i...
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Port official talks Pybus land purchase 5/20/2010
The Chelan County Port District’s decision last week to purchase the Morse Steel property along Wena...
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Golf carts allowed on Sun Cove roads? 5/20/2010
Douglas County could be the first in the state to make golf carts street-legal.
A new state l...
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New equipment for District 15 firefighters 5/20/2010
Grants and insurance rate changes were discussed at the last Douglas Okanogan County Fire District 1...
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Runoff 72 percent of normal, PUD says 5/20/2010
Despite recent news that the Chelan County PUD is staring down a possible $28 million deficit, Commi...
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Road work in NCW this week 5/20/2010
There will be no more full closures on Highway 97A between Entiat and Wenatchee, where crews are wor...
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Moses Lake man reports tornado 5/20/2010
Last night's storm may have brought a rare sight to North Central Washington: a twister.
Kyle ...
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Man arrested after fight 5/20/2010
A fistfight in Chelan Thursday morning landed one man in jail, facing charges of assault and possess...
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Meeting to address forest projects funding 5/19/2010
The Resource Advisory Committee for the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest will meet Thursday to dis...
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Weed control to begin soon in Tonasket Ranger District 5/19/2010
The Tonasket Ranger District plans to inventory and control noxious weeds as needed on approximately...
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No drinking in Chelan parks 5/19/2010
In Chelan, it’s now against city ordinance to bring alcohol into the parks.
The city council a...
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Road project scheduled for McGinnis Canyon 5/19/2010
The last remaining unpaved section of Badger Mountain Road is on the list of to-do projects in Dougl...
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PUD audited on reliability and online security 5/19/2010
A recent review of the Chelan County PUD’s compliance with electric system reliability standards fou...
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Okanogan PUD approves rate increases 5/19/2010
Okanogan County PUD electrical customers will see a rate increase in the next three years.
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Brush fire in Chelan Falls reaches 1 acre 5/19/2010
A controlled burn spread to one acre on Wednesday afternoon in Chelan Falls.
Chief Tim Lemon w...
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Weekly traffic advisory 5/18/2010
There will be no more full closures on Highway 97A between Entiat and Wenatchee, where crews are wor...
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Talk fire ecology tonight 5/18/2010
A discussion about fire ecology will be held tonight in Okanogan.
It’s hosted by the Okanogan ...
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Day-long wildfire simulation 5/18/2010
The public is invited to a large fire simulation in Winthrop tomorrow.
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County: Fees could be alternative to large woody debris 5/18/2010
The debate surrounding large woody debris on Lake Chelan continues, with the argument that state and...
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Police: Family suspects doubtful in Cowell murder 5/18/2010
It’s been three months since the body of a 17-year-old Wenatchee student was discovered in Crescent ...
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Bridgeport Daze needs oldest grad 5/17/2010
The oldest living graduate from Bridgeport High School is wanted.
Our own Rebecca Meadows has ...
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Spirits high at Relay for Life 5/17/2010
No doubt there are a lot of sore feet today from this past weekend’s Chelan-Douglas Relay for Life e...
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Municipal golf daily rates remain unchanged 5/17/2010
A lengthy discussion was had during the last Chelan City Council meeting over raising daily rates at...
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Port buys Pybus property 5/17/2010
In a major development, Chelan County Port District commissioners have approved the purchase of the ...
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Union Valley fire station nearly done 5/17/2010
Only about two weeks remain before the new satellite fire station in Union Valley is finished and re...
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Pateros moving along on improvement projects 5/17/2010
Food services improvements have wrapped up at the Pateros School District, which is working on a hea...
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'Unsafe pass' causes Brewster crash 5/17/2010
Eight Brewster residents were hurt in a two-vehicle collision Saturday night, about 10 miles north o...
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Officers and deputies honored 5/15/2010
Wenatchee Valley’s finest honored their own Friday at the annual Peace Officers Appreciation luncheo...
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Wenatchee OKs dog-friendly park areas 5/15/2010
At least two Wenatchee city parks are going to the dogs.
The city council voted Thursday nigh...
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What's Happening 5/15/2010
Sign up for pie baking and basketball for the Pateros Apple Pie Jamboree, the city-wide garage sale ...
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Beebe Springs opens to public 5/14/2010
Nearly 60 people attended Wednesday’s public grand opening of the Beebe Springs Natural Area near Ch...
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Boat launch closure 5/14/2010
The boat launch at Kirby Billingsley Hydro Park, south of East Wenatchee, will be closed Monday to g...
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More acreage for Douglas County CRP 5/14/2010
Douglas County wheat farmers received some welcome news this week from U.S. Senator Patty Murray.
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Relay for Life tonight in NCW 5/14/2010
Some Pateros students will make the trip to Okanogan this afternoon to participate in Relay for Life...
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Chelan recognizes Joe Harris Day 5/14/2010
It’s pretty unusual for a teenager to have a whole day named after him, but this teenager has earned...
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Brewster school news 5/14/2010
Our own Rebecca Meadows recently spoke with Brewster Elementary School Principal Eric Driessen about...
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Semi trailer fire blocks 97 for hours 5/14/2010
Highway 97 near Tonasket was blocked for six and a half hours this morning after some hay in a semi ...
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Sprint boat racing approved 5/13/2010
It looks like sprint boat races in East Wenatchee are a go for September and beyond, following actio...
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Food vendor wanted for Wenatchee events center 5/13/2010
Town Toyota Center's governing board has started the process of searching for a new food service ven...
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Meetings tonight in Chelan, Manson, Winthrop 5/13/2010
Tonight, the Manson Parks board will discuss the damage done to the marina during last week's wind s...
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Twisp Council considers fiddler contest 5/13/2010
A new police officer was announced at the last Twisp Town Council meeting.
KOZI's Rebecca Mead...
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Venom fires head coach 5/12/2010
The Wenatchee Valley Venom has fired its head football coach.
A team official says Keith Evans...
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New mental health care provider in NCW 5/12/2010
Big changes are coming for public mental health care services in Chelan and Douglas counties.
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 5/12/2010
Special events and bridge building were discussed at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
O...
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Orchard labor outlook: Part II 5/12/2010
As we reported Tuesday, state agriculture officials aren’t anticipating a labor shortage for harvest...
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Delays on SR 20 today 5/12/2010
Drivers on the North Cascades Highway should expect delays this afternoon.
Department of Trans...
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Beebe Springs grand opening today 5/12/2010
The Beebe Springs Natural Area is having a public grand opening this afternoon.
The 180-acre a...
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Chelan fire district to meet, Manson ECEAP event 5/12/2010
Tonight’s board meeting for Chelan Fire and Rescue will include discussions about preparing for Memo...
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Fatality crash near Chelan kills one 5/12/2010
A Tonasket man was killed in a two-vehicle head-on collision Wednesday afternoon on Highway 97, abou...
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Methow school board meeting recap 5/11/2010
Curriculum, summer school and resignations were all discussed at the last Methow Valley school board...
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Salazar on board at HDCA 5/11/2010
The Historic Downtown Chelan Association has a new manager.
Cindy Salazar started working for ...
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Meetings tonight 5/11/2010
The Manson fire commissioners will hold a regular board meeting tonight.
Fire Chief Arnold Bak...
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Optimistic orchard labor outlook 5/11/2010
Washington State’s tree fruit industry should make it through this harvest season with an adequate w...
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PUD looking at dismal deficit 5/11/2010
Chelan County PUD commissioners received more bad budget news this week.
At a Monday study se...
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Local student becomes Gates Millenium scholar 5/10/2010
Manson senior Jonathan Paniagua has a brighter future ahead of him after receiving the Gates Millenn...
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Sporting events mean boost to economy 5/10/2010
The city of Wenatchee came out as the big winner of the Robertson Cup Tournament.
Thousands o...
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Road in Methow Valley to be moved 5/10/2010
Beginning in late summer, culvert removal and road relocation activities will begin on a section of ...
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Vacancy on Pateros planning board 5/10/2010
The newest appointment to the Pateros City Council has left a vacancy on the planning commission.
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Himmelhaver pleads guilty to forgery charges 5/10/2010
The former treasurer of the Chelan Masonic Lodge has been sentenced to jail for stealing thousands o...
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Weekly travel advisory 5/10/2010
Highway 97A is closed between Entiat and Wenatchee this week, while crews continue work on the rock ...
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County, deputy association continue to disagree 5/10/2010
The Chelan County commissioners' lawsuit against the Chelan County Deputy Sheriff's Association was ...
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Foothills land use study nearly done 5/8/2010
They’re putting the final touches on a study that will eventually serve as a set of guiding principl...
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What's Happening 5/8/2010
Brewster Salmon Derby tickets are still available, and the farmer’s market is open in the Methow Val...
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Radio, TV partnerships reach indie customers 5/7/2010
Libby Manthey of Riverwalk Books in Chelan and Nancy Olson of Quail Ridge Books & Music in Raleigh, ...
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Bridgeport Council recap 5/7/2010
A new ambulance was approved at the last Bridgeport City Council meeting.
Rebecca Meadows has ...
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Rep. Hastings talks off-shore drilling 5/7/2010
Congressman Doc Hastings opposes a move to permanently ban off-shore oil drilling off the west coast...
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Commissioner Hunt: 'I'm the lone voice for agriculture' 5/7/2010
Mary Hunt has formally announced her plans to file for re-election to the Douglas County commission....
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No smoke in Methow Valley this weekend 5/7/2010
Spring prescribed burning is on hold in the Methow Valley Ranger District due to the Winthrop 49ers ...
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North Cascades Highway closing at noon 5/7/2010
The Department of Transportation will close the North Cascades Highway this afternoon for up to thre...
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Pangborn extends manager job to Montana man 5/6/2010
The Pangborn Airport governing board has completed its search for a new airport manager to replace P...
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Gjesdal seeking voter support 5/6/2010
Douglas County Sheriff Harvey Gjesdal will ask voters this fall to reelect him to a second term in o...
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Methow livestock grazing management meeting 5/6/2010
The Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest will host a discussion on proposed range management plans Fri...
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Happy Cinco de Mayo 5/5/2010
Brewster is welcoming the community to come celebrate this weekend.
KOZI's Rebecca Meadows has...
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Women's shelter opens training deli 5/5/2010
While the Wenatchee Valley YWCA is well known for its work providing comfort and shelter to homeless...
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Oliver hopes for election into assessor's position 5/5/2010
As we reported last week, Dave Oliver has thrown his hat into the ring as a candidate for Chelan Cou...
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Manson Parks meeting preview 5/5/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District is holding a special meeting tonight.
The agenda incl...
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Wenatchee Apple Blossom relatively crime-free 5/4/2010
It was a relatively quiet Apple Blossom Festival for law enforcement.
Some described the scene...
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Bearacudas meeting tonight 5/4/2010
All interested parents of swimmers are encouraged to attend the Bearacuda Swim Team organizational m...
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Manson fire dept. secures grant for RiverCom 5/4/2010
Chelan County Fire District 5 in Manson has received the 2009 Assistance to Firefighters Grant from ...
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PUD, Forest Service swapping some acreage 5/4/2010
A land exchange between the Chelan County PUD and the U.S. Forest Service will help the agencies man...
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Roundabout going in near Pangborn 5/4/2010
Grant Road near Pangborn Airport is undergoing some changes in a roundabout way.
The construct...
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Firewood cutting allowed 5/3/2010
Personal-use firewood cutting permits are on sale at all Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offices ...
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March organizer talks immigration reform 5/3/2010
They came to Wenatchee from all over North Central Washington for Saturday’s May Day March.
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Pybus Market update 5/3/2010
A final decision by the Port of Chelan County to purchase the Pybus Market property has been delayed...
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Pateros signing up youngsters for school 5/3/2010
Kindergarten registration and Child Find will be held in Pateros on Tuesday.
Rebecca Meadows h...
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Morse seeking PUD seat 5/3/2010
A Chelan City Council member has announced he’ll run for a seat on the Chelan County PUD board.
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Wind storm comes to NCW 5/3/2010
Rain and snow blew into some areas of North Central Washington on Monday, along with wind gusts fore...
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What's Happening 5/1/2010
It’s a busy month of May for Brewster, and the Winthrop 49ers event is coming up next weekend.
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No 'mudding' in National Forest 4/30/2010
It’s the time of year when weather beckons us to enjoy the green national forest lands.
It’s a...
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Hastings bill protects doctor-owned hospitals 4/30/2010
Congressman Doc Hastings has sponsored a bill that would remove recently enacted health care provisi...
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'Wellwishers' Relay for Life auction 4/30/2010
A fundraiser for "Relay for Life" will be held at the Okanogan Douglas Hospital on Friday, May 7.
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Follow open burning rules 4/30/2010
Recent high winds and a low snowpack year have already contributed to a handful of small brush fires...
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5K expected at May Day March 4/30/2010
Organizers of Saturday’s May Day March in Wenatchee say they expect a huge turnout in response to Ar...
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Firefighters douse Mercedes blaze 4/30/2010
A vehicle fire was reported just after 4:00 this afternoon on High Point Place in Chelan.
Acco...
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All levies still pulling through in special election 4/30/2010
The latest preliminary results from Tuesday’s special election have the Chelan EMS levy holding stea...
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One sprint boat race event canceled 4/29/2010
East Wenatchee Mayor Steve Lacy has throttled the city’s plans for hosting sprint boat races in July...
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Sellar Bridge ramp closures 4/29/2010
If you’re traveling in the Wenatchee area late Thursday night or early the next morning, be prepared...
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Search for new airport manager nearing end 4/29/2010
Three candidates have been selected as finalists for the manager’s job at Pangborn Memorial Airport....
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Pateros counselor considering Brewster position 4/29/2010
Pending negotiations, the Brewster school board has announced its selection for the elementary princ...
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Scofield resigns from LCCH board 4/29/2010
The president of Lake Chelan Community Hospital’s board of commissioners has resigned.
Accordi...
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EMS, school levies passing so far 4/28/2010
Preliminary election results are in, and it looks like the Chelan EMS replacement levy is passing.
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Ramona Bridge restrictions 4/28/2010
The Chelan Ranger District has placed new weight restrictions on the Ramona Creek Bridge, located on...
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PUD may reach conservation goals 4/28/2010
Based upon initial customer response, Chelan County PUD officials express confidence that the distri...
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Tuscan agreement hearing next month 4/28/2010
A public hearing has been set for a proposed minor amendment to the Tuscan Village development.
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Douglas County talks budget 4/28/2010
It’s shaping up to be a leaner budget year than expected in Douglas County, and that could mean more...
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Brewster hospital makes cuts to services 4/28/2010
During the last Okanogan Douglas Hospital board meeting, the members agreed to close their assisted ...
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Eleven injured in one-vehicle accident 4/27/2010
Douglas County officials say failed brakes may have been the cause of a multi-injury accident in Bri...
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'Inspiring Women' to benefit YWCA 4/27/2010
A new book is being published that profiles the lives of some of the Wenatchee Valley’s most inspiri...
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PUD awarded for Chelan River project 4/27/2010
Chelan County PUD was honored Monday by the National Hydropower Association as one of three Outstand...
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Methow school board recap 4/27/2010
The budget and the superintendent evaluation was on the agenda at the last Methow Valley School Dist...
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Arrests up over 2008 in Chelan 4/27/2010
The Chelan City Council heard the 2009 sheriff’s report at last week’s meeting, and some numbers are...
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Meetings tonight 4/27/2010
The Lake Chelan School District’s board of directors is holding a regular meeting tonight, and it’s ...
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Hastings' cabin fee bill moves forward 4/26/2010
A bill sponsored by U.S. Rep. Doc Hastings that would end what he said are exorbitant yearly fees fo...
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LaBree appointed to Pateros council 4/26/2010
A new council member was sworn in during the last Pateros City Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca...
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Water users may face restrictions 4/26/2010
The state Department of Ecology released its March 2010 forecasts for rivers in North Central Washin...
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Weekly traffic advisory 4/26/2010
Here's a look at road construction projects going on in Chelan and Okanogan counties.
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Manson school budget meeting tonight 4/26/2010
Manson community members, staff and parents are invited to attend an open working study session toni...
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Consultants hired for Chelan projects 4/26/2010
A feasibility study will soon be in the works to determine what it'll take to attach sidewalks on ei...
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Okanogan murder suspect at large 4/26/2010
Investigators with the Okanogan County Sheriff's Office are searching for a suspect in the fatal sho...
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Wenatchee cops make drug bust 4/24/2010
A crime tip paid off for Wenatchee police Thursday night when they busted a possible drug deal.
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What's Happening 4/24/2010
Brewster Salmon Derby tickets will be available next week, and find all kinds of food and other good...
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Gallegos' son honored at Wenatchee Apple Blossom 4/24/2010
It’s Apple Blossom time in Wenatchee.
Thursday marked the start of the annual Washington Stat...
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Input needed on proposed Tuscan development changes 4/23/2010
The Chelan City Council’s plan to continue the discussion of a development agreement with Tuscan Pro...
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Jury says Mathis, Richards are guilty 4/23/2010
At about 11 p.m. Thursday, the jury in the Michelle Kitterman murder trial reached a verdict.
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Sheriff reaches out for community concerns 4/23/2010
You spoke, and they listened.
At least that’s what Douglas County Sheriff’s officials say, in ...
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Cash in your raincheck for free bulbs 4/23/2010
Chelan County PUD customers holding rain checks for free compact fluorescent light bulbs are reminde...
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Conflicting views on status of real estate market 4/23/2010
The Wenatchee Valley real estate market is either poised for a rebound as the recession fades, or it...
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Wind knocked out power on south shore 4/23/2010
Several power outages were reported around Chelan County Thursday afternoon as winds gusted above 30...
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Sen. Murray listens to vets' plight 4/22/2010
The plight of the unemployed military veteran has prompted new federal legislation, sponsored by U.S...
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Winthrop Council recap 4/22/2010
Special events and the naming of a pedestrian/bicycle bridge were on the agenda at the last Winthrop...
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Spring burning in Methow 4/22/2010
The Methow Valley Ranger District plans to start spring prescribed burning today or tomorrow, if the...
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More Tuscan talk at council meeting 4/22/2010
The Chelan City Council will tackle a hefty agenda at tonight’s regular meeting.
City Administ...
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Pipkin bid for ballfields wins 4/22/2010
The Lake Chelan School District awarded a contract Tuesday night to have five new ballfields built o...
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Pateros welcomes new city clerk 4/21/2010
The city of Pateros has hired a new clerk.
Rebecca Meadows has the details…
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Wenatchee Lake spring burning 4/21/2010
Improved weather conditions this week will allow fire
specialists to resume prescribed burning proj...
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Commissioners talk taxes 4/21/2010
Douglas County commissioners Dale Snyder, Mary Hunt and Ken Stanton are talking taxes in their weekl...
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School board honored 4/21/2010
The Lake Chelan school board was recently named the “Regional Board of the Year” by the North Centra...
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Electric Coop sees good election turnout 4/21/2010
Three new board members were elected at the Okanogan County Electric Coop's annual meeting.
KO...
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Reclamation District hires mediator 4/21/2010
The Lake Chelan Reclamation District’s board of directors reconvened last week’s meeting yesterday m...
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Kids welcome to 'Trade Rodeo' 4/20/2010
The Wenatchee area construction industry is looking for a few good men… and women, too.
That’...
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County gets latest sales tax numbers 4/20/2010
Chelan County commissioners met with department heads last week to talk about the budget.
Comm...
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Salmon approve of Chelan River project 4/20/2010
A habitat improvement project officially concluded its first phase Monday afternoon when Chelan Coun...
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Principal candidate meet and greets 4/20/2010
All interested Brewster School District residents are invited to meet the elementary principal candi...
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Cell phone tax to fund 911 upgrades 4/20/2010
Your cell phone bill will soon be going up to help pay for 911 dispatch center upgrades.
The ...
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NCW weekly traffic advisory 4/19/2010
Slope stabilization work on Highway 97A resumes this week. From today through Thursday from 7 a.m. t...
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Methow hosting gardening workshops 4/19/2010
The Methow Conservancy is hosting two special events gardeners won't want to miss.
Mark your c...
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Reclamation District to meet again 4/19/2010
Last week's board meeting of the Lake Chelan Reclamation District is set to resume Tuesday morning.
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Crash injures Chelan Falls man 4/19/2010
Chelan Falls resident Daniel Chism was hurt Saturday evening in a multiple-vehicle accident, includi...
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Twisp Council considering alcohol in parks 4/19/2010
Discussion at the last Twisp Town Council meeting may lead to allowing alcohol in the parks for spec...
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Reclamation Meeting Recap: Part 2 4/15/2010
Lake Chelan Reclamation District Manager Kem Carr is not in full agreement with his board members an...
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Douglas PUD Scheduled Outage 4/15/2010
Friday, April 16, 2010
11am – 5 minutes
Attention Douglas County Residents living in the lowe...
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Comments From Linda Evans Parlette on State's New Budget 4/14/2010
Lawmakers ended three months of arguing over a $2.8 billion budget shortfall by doing two things tha...
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Tax Tips 4/14/2010
Tomorrow is the deadline...have you finished your taxes yet? If not, you do have an option...
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Eastmont Extension Project Clears Final Hurdle 4/14/2010
It appears that construction work will finally get underway on the Eastmont Avenue Extension project...
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Brian Burnett Launches Chelan County Sheriff Candidacy 4/14/2010
Chelan County Sheriff's Deputy Brian Burnett has thrown his hat into the ring for Sheriff.
Bur...
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Reclamation Meeting 4/14/2010
At yesterdays Lake Chelan Reclamation District meeting Commissioners agreed upon a $5000 budget to h...
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Reclamation Meeting Recap 4/13/2010
It was decided at this morning Lake Chelan Reclamation District meeting to pursue a third-party medi...
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Chelan County Commissioner Doug England Interview 4/13/2010
Chelan County Commissioner Doug England spoke with KOZI News yesterday, explaining why County Commis...
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Chelan School News 4/13/2010
The Lake Chelan School District is holding a board meeting tonight.
The agenda includes public...
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Recycling Report 4/13/2010
Recycling coordinator Scott Beaton was on hand at the last Chelan City Council meeting to give his 2...
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Horselake Trail Dedication 4/12/2010
Wenatchee's Western foothills are quickly becoming a Mecca for outdoor recreation.
On Saturday...
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Killer Testifies in Kitterman Trial 4/12/2010
Brent L. Phillips described to an Okanogan County jury Monday morning how he grabbed Michelle Kitter...
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Miss Lake Chelan tonight 4/11/2010
Local girls will compete Sunday evening for the 2010 Miss Lake Chelan title, and the scholarships th...
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Weekly travel advisory 4/11/2010
Highway 97A will be closed again this week between Entiat and Wenatchee for the state Department of ...
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Spring burning postponed 4/10/2010
Recent snow, rain and chilly temperatures have pushed back plans to start spring prescribed burning ...
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City, Tuscan reps talk wastewater 4/10/2010
As we reported Friday, the Chelan City Council held a public workshop with representatives from Tusc...
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What's Happening 4/10/2010
The American Legion’s oyster feed is tonight, attend a Neighborhood Block Watch meeting or check out...
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Man enters strange residence, attempts suicide 4/9/2010
An East Wenatchee man was arrested Wednesday after entering someone’s home and stabbing himself with...
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Local officials concerned about transportation dollars 4/9/2010
A looming crisis for state transportation funding dominated the discussion at Thursday’s Wenatchee V...
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Deputy announces bid for sheriff 4/9/2010
Chelan County Sheriff’s Deputy Brian Burnett has announced he plans to run for sheriff.
He’ll ...
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Reclamation District hears employee grievances 4/9/2010
A debate broke out at yesterday’s special meeting of the Lake Chelan Reclamation District over the l...
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County absent from Tuscan Village workshop 4/9/2010
Chelan city officials had some strong words for the county last night, after no representatives show...
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Meetings tonight 4/8/2010
The Chelan City Council has some big-ticket items on tonight’s meeting agenda.
City Administra...
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Students, staff tackle bullying 4/8/2010
The Brewster School District has been holding student assemblies this week to talk about bullying.
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Tire removal date extended again 4/8/2010
Winter weather and freezing temperatures forecasted for the Cascade Mountains and most of eastern Wa...
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Bridgeport city hall vandalized 4/8/2010
Douglas County sheriff’s deputies are looking for a suspect connected to vandalism that took place a...
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Enjoy Italian, donate to good cause 4/8/2010
A lasagna feed will be held Friday in Brewster as a fundraiser for the Relay for Life team.
Ou...
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Candidate interview: Sgt. Mike Hartnett 4/8/2010
Mike Hartnett is a 31-year veteran of the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office, and now he wants to lead t...
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County will consider permit for sprint boat racing 4/7/2010
Douglas County commissioners say they would have handled it differently.
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Bolz explains PUD financial choices 4/7/2010
Chelan County PUD customers will pay a 9 percent rate surcharge for another year.
The board of...
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Runoff still expected to be lower than average 4/7/2010
Snowpack runoff in the Lake Chelan basin is estimated to be 83 percent of normal between now and Jul...
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Hospitality workshops available 4/6/2010
Okanogan County Tourism and Economic Alliance is sponsoring two free hospitality workshops on April ...
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Brewster introducing Hall of Fame 4/6/2010
Nominations are needed for the first inductees to Brewster High School Hall of Fame.
KOZI’s Re...
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Commissioners question health care reform 4/6/2010
Chelan County Commissioner Ron Walter says he was surprised that the National Association of Countie...
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PUD extends surcharge 4/6/2010
Facing an expected $14 million budget shortfall, Chelan County PUD commissioners have decided to con...
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Applications still welcome for Pateros council seat 4/5/2010
KOZI's Rebecca Meadows spoke recently with Pateros Mayor Gail Howe about city business......
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RiverCom could benefit from new bill 4/5/2010
The Legislature has approved a measure that lets counties and the state increase a tax on land line ...
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Crash landing in Wenatchee 4/5/2010
A plane crash landed Sunday morning near the 16000 block of Highway 207 at Lake Wenatchee.
Dep...
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Tuscan agreement meeting tonight 4/5/2010
The Chelan City Council will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. today to review the draft Tuscan Villa...
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Road work this week 4/5/2010
Highway 97A is open this week between Entiat and Wenatchee while crews work on stabilizing the rock ...
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PUD to consider extending surcharge 4/5/2010
A large turnout is expected for today’s meeting of the
Chelan County PUD commissioners.
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What's Happening 4/3/2010
Tickets are still available for the Pateros Chamber of Commerce banquet and the American Legion oyst...
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Haberman to run for county treasurer 4/3/2010
A newcomer to the Douglas County political scene has thrown her hat into the ring.
Nona Haber...
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City considers impacts of roundabouts 4/2/2010
It’s still uncertain if Chelan will see roundabouts in the future.
The project was proposed fo...
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Twisp nature program 4/2/2010
Plants, insects and co-evolution are the topics of Methow Conservancy’s First Tuesday program next w...
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Manson Parks work party 4/2/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District is going to put a new maintenance building at Singleton Par...
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Port approves MOU for Pybus Market 4/2/2010
Action taken Thursday by the Chelan County Port District moves the Pybus Public Market in a forward ...
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Scheduled power outages in Chelan 4/1/2010
The PUD will cut power today in three parts of Chelan so electric loads can be rebalanced.
The...
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Residents have sprint boat queries addressed 4/1/2010
A standing room only crowd filled the East Wenatchee City Council chambers Tuesday night to hear abo...
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Sheriff hopes to continue serving 4/1/2010
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Harum announced yesterday that he’s seeking re-election.
Harum say...
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Chelan pedestrian project delayed 4/1/2010
The Chelan City Council heard an update on several transportation projects at last week’s meeting.
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Animal control changing for unincorporated Chelan County 4/1/2010
New animal control regulations go into effect today for some residents of Chelan County.
Wenat...
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Brewster school board recap 3/31/2010
The Brewster High School Hall of Fame was discussed at the last school board meeting.
KOZI’s R...
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Noxious weed eradication to begin 3/31/2010
The Chelan Ranger District is gearing up to begin its annual crupina control project along Lake Chel...
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Orchardists may help pest control board 3/31/2010
Douglas County commissioners say they are no longer considering a tax on property owners to pay for ...
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Avalanche at Diablo Lake 3/30/2010
As recreation season gets underway in the North Cascades, park officials are warning boaters and hik...
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County treasurer retiring 3/30/2010
Douglas County Treasurer Mary Dodge has announced that she will not run for reelection.
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Pateros school board recap 3/30/2010
The Washington Achievement Award was discussed at the last Pateros school board meeting.
KOZI’...
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Chelan to re-examine school safety 3/30/2010
With a Brewster teen facing charges of attempted first-degree murder for plotting a school shooting ...
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Stehekin road bill still waiting 3/30/2010
In this year's extended legislative session, Sen. Linda Evans Parlette is working on more than just ...
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Brewster hospital addresses interest-bearing warrants 3/29/2010
Money was the big topic at the last Okanogan Douglas Hospital board meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Me...
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First closure of 97A a success 3/29/2010
A section of Highway 97A between Entiat and Wenatchee was closed for four days last week while crews...
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Council approves minimum dues for Chamber 3/29/2010
A debate broke out at the last Chelan City Council meeting when a few members questioned the Lake Ch...
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Pateros says 'Thank you' 3/27/2010
The Pateros School District recently thanked the Okanogan Health District and the Lake Chelan Commun...
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Council hears sprint boat complaints 3/27/2010
Neighbors of a proposed sprint boat track on the outskirts of East Wenatchee say, “Not in my backyar...
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What's Happening 3/27/2010
Tickets are on sale now for some upcoming fundraisers and banquets in the quad cities, and planning ...
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Brewster hospital fundraiser 3/26/2010
The Okanogan Douglas Hospital Guild invites everyone to the annual Easter basket and bake sale happe...
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Foothills trail project gets funding 3/26/2010
Chelan County Port District commissioners gave the thumbs up this week to a request for funding for ...
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Murray reacts to health care legislation 3/26/2010
Sen. Patty Murray shared the horror stories of several of her constituents in a floor speech this we...
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Chelan gets $500K for ballfields 3/26/2010
The Lake Chelan School District has received a grant from the state Department of Ecology to help cl...
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Things looking up for Town Toyota Center 3/26/2010
Looking for a rebound after a dismal 2009, an official says business is improving at the Town Toyota...
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Time to change those winter tires 3/25/2010
The Department of Transportation is drivers that it's time to remove their studded tires.
In W...
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Mayors attend tri-commission meeting 3/25/2010
Chelan County’s mayors want more of a say in the county land use planning process.
That was t...
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Twisp says "No thanks" to verbal abuse ordinance 3/25/2010
The Twisp Town Council voted down the ordinance on cursing and abuse infractions.
KOZI’s Rebec...
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PUD may reexamine docks policy 3/25/2010
The Chelan County PUD commissioners talked about its dock policy for Lake Chelan earlier this week.
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Council to consider transportation plan change 3/25/2010
The Chelan City Council is holding a regular meeting tonight.
City Administrator Jim Reinbold ...
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Driessen named new superintendent 3/25/2010
A new superintendent for the Brewster School District was chosen last night at a special board meeti...
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Winthrop Council recap 3/24/2010
Special events were approved at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
Rebecca Meadows report...
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Man on the Street: Health care reform 3/24/2010
What is your opinion of the health care reform legislation that President Obama signed into law yest...
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Counties considering tax for pest control 3/24/2010
Douglas County commissioners are disappointed with the turnout at recent meetings where a proposed t...
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Grant would help provide fiber to PUD customers 3/24/2010
Chelan County PUD is seeking federal job stimulus money to help complete its fiber optic network bui...
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Bridgeport Council recap 3/23/2010
Bridgeport Daze and the annual Easter egg hunt were discussed at the last Bridgeport City Council me...
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School board meets tonight 3/23/2010
A rumored altercation between a Chelan teacher and a student is being looked into by district offici...
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Chelan County still without planning director 3/23/2010
It’s been three months since Bill Bailey resigned his post as Chelan County’s director of Community ...
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New Pateros council member needed 3/23/2010
Bob Knoop has resigned his position on the Pateros City Council.
Anyone wanting to become a co...
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Mansfield hosting pest tax meeting 3/23/2010
Douglas County commissioners are hoping for a larger turnout for a meeting tonight in Mansfield, whe...
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US 97A (MP 204-205) TRAFFIC ADVISORY 3/22/2010
Mon.-Thur. 8:30am - 4pm, expect the highway to be closed to all traffic except for a brief half-hour...
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SR 20 clearing starts today 3/22/2010
Department of Transportation maintenance crews begin the annual spring clearing effort today on the ...
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Hometown heroes honored 3/22/2010
An off-duty Wenatchee fireman saves the life of a toddler who fell 30 feet from the bleachers at the...
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Manson school board to consider staff reductions 3/22/2010
The Manson school board is holding its regular meeting tonight.
A linkage opportunity will beg...
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Kindergarten registration opens today 3/22/2010
It’s time for the 2010-2011 kindergarten registration at the Lake Chelan School District.
Regi...
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New ambulance, equipment for Fire District 15? 3/22/2010
Fire District 15 will hold a public hearing tonight.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows has more…...
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Investigators play waiting game for Cowell lab results 3/22/2010
Police say there are no new developments in the Mackenzie Cowell murder investigation, to the extent...
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NCW welcomes robotic surgery 3/20/2010
Surgeons at Wenatchee Valley Medical Center now have a new tool that is literally on the cutting edg...
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What's Happening 3/20/2010
A Kiwanis fundraiser will be held in the Methow Valley tonight.
Our own Rebecca Meadows has th...
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Wenatchee-based clinic needs mental health provider 3/19/2010
Columbia Valley Community Health is searching for a new provider of mental health crisis services in...
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Strap on your bike helmets this weekend 3/19/2010
The Susie Stephens Memorial Bike Ride in the Methow will be held this Sunday.
Our own Rebecca ...
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Environmentally friendly agriculture 3/19/2010
What is sustainability, and what can it do for the citizens of the Lake Chelan Valley?
A publi...
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Is the economy turning around? 3/19/2010
Washington state’s chief economic analyst says 2010 will see an end to the recession.
Dr. Arun...
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Fire demolishes orchard shed 3/19/2010
Chelan Fire and Rescue was toned out at 6:22 p.m. Thursday to a structure fire at 454 Boyd Rd.
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Garden Terrace fire evacuee dies 3/18/2010
The Chelan County coroner has confirmed that one of the residents evacuated from the Garden Terrace ...
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Port has deadline concerns about Pybus project 3/18/2010
A Chelan County Port District official says plans continue to move forward on the Pybus Market proje...
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Meetings address vegetation, Stehekin Landing project 3/18/2010
A meeting tonight in Twisp will address vegetation treatments on lands owned by the Forest Service i...
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Link won't restructure fare policy 3/18/2010
Link Transit will retain its current fare policy, even though officials say it’s virtually impossibl...
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Sprint boat racing may interfere with harvest, officials say 3/17/2010
Douglas County commissioners are voicing some concerns over a plan by the city of East Wenatchee to ...
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Brewster school concert tonight 3/17/2010
The Brewster Elementary School is hosting a book fair for two more days – today and tomorrow.
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Smile for the cameras 3/17/2010
Red light cameras are finally coming to Wenatchee.
The city held off until a lawsuit was sett...
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PUD plans to mitigate financial risk 3/17/2010
Chelan County PUD is close to adopting changes to the way it sells surplus power on the open market....
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Wenatchee community asks PUD for fiber 3/16/2010
A group of Lake Wenatchee area residents who’ve been waiting for two years to get Chelan County PUD ...
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Relay team asking for donations 3/16/2010
The Brewster Relay for Life team is looking for used cell phones.
Our own Rebecca Meadows has ...
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School budget meeting tonight 3/16/2010
As the Manson School District gets ready to begin next year’s budget process, it’s welcoming feedbac...
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Parks District shares audit findings 3/16/2010
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Methow Valley sets levy amount 3/15/2010
A “Great Schools” award was given at the last Methow Valley school board meeting.
KOZI’s Rebec...
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Students readying for new state test 3/15/2010
The Manson School District is planning to move its main office into a remodeled home on Hill Street ...
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New Manson marina policy approved 3/15/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District has a new marina policy, effective immediately.
The c...
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Link board to consider fare policy changes 3/15/2010
A public hearing will be held in conjunction with the regular monthly board meeting of Link Transit ...
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Cowell cause of death released 3/15/2010
The Wenatchee World has published the cause of death for Mackenzie Cowell, despite some protesting b...
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What's Happening 3/13/2010
The Brewster School District is hosting a music concert next week, tickets are on sale now for a cla...
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Manson band, choir to perform next week 3/13/2010
After months of practice and preparation, the Manson Wind Ensemble attended the 2010 NCWMEA High Sch...
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Higher cost for marriage in Chelan County? 3/13/2010
Marriage license fees may increase if Chelan County commissioners accept a proposal from Superior Co...
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McKenna talks about consumer protection 3/12/2010
Governor Gregoire has declared it to be Consumer Protection Week in Washington state.
The offi...
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Chamber awarding Brewster businesses 3/12/2010
The Brewster Chamber has chosen Dot Jess and Sterling Savings Bank to be honored at their annual ban...
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Willow Point erosion still on the table 3/12/2010
The Manson Parks District meeting last night began with two statements given by Director Wai Peterso...
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Wenatchee Venom holding tryouts 3/11/2010
Looking to fill out their team roster before the start of the indoor football league season, officia...
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Chelan Council, Manson Parks meet tonight 3/11/2010
The Chelan City Council holds its regular meeting tonight, but at a new time.
City Administrat...
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Chavez announces resignation 3/11/2010
Brewster School District Superintendent Aaron Chavez plans to resign at the end of the year.
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Chelan to search for new firefighter 3/11/2010
Fire commissioners of Chelan County Fire District 7 approved a proposal last night to hire a tempora...
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Chelan fire district may change name 3/10/2010
It’s a short agenda tonight for Chelan County Fire District 7’s board of commissioners. To view the ...
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Chelan students excel in art show 3/10/2010
Chelan High School art students took home awards from a regional art show recently, and two will mov...
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Brewster school news 3/10/2010
The Brewster School District is preparing for spring break and celebrating the recent passage of its...
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Chelan PUD shares latest runoff numbers 3/10/2010
It’s an early, warm spring after a mild, El Nino winter.
That’s good news for gardeners, but ...
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Teen assaulted over puppy disagreement 3/10/2010
An 18-year-old East Wenatchee man reported being assaulted yesterday afternoon in his home, located ...
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One hurt in crash near Chelan 3/10/2010
An Everett woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident Wednesday morning about 10 miles south of Che...
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Manson goes to LEAP conference 3/9/2010
Some of Manson's students attended a conference in late February for the Latino Education Achievemen...
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Brazil imposes new tariff 3/9/2010
Brazil announced trade sanctions on a range of American goods Monday in retaliation for the United S...
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 3/9/2010
Funding for the Winthrop Chamber’s event director was approved at the last Winthrop Town Council mee...
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Bridgeport mayor on commissioner candidacy 3/9/2010
The election season has officially begun in Douglas County.
Bridgeport Mayor Steve Jenkins has...
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Beverly teen killed in shooting 3/9/2010
A 17-year-old Grant County resident was shot to death Sunday evening, and the murder is being invest...
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South Chelan planning tonight 3/9/2010
The city of Chelan is hosting a neighborhood planning meeting tonight for the South Chelan neighborh...
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Pateros school news 3/8/2010
The Pateros High School is hosting a free band and choir concert this week, and spring break is comi...
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PACs to discuss forest issues 3/8/2010
The Eastern Washington Cascades and Yakima Provincial
Advisory Committees will meet tomorrow in Wen...
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Teachers, staff honored at Manson 3/8/2010
The Manson School District has announced this year's Blue and White Excellence Award winners.
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Bridgeport looks at new sidewalks 3/8/2010
Scrap metal, safe routes to school and beautification projects were on the agenda at the last Bridge...
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Legislature supports Main Street Program 3/8/2010
By a vote of 45-0 on March 2, the Washington State Senate approved a bill that allows the Washington...
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What's Happening 3/6/2010
Hot-air balloons can be seen in Winthrop skies this weekend.
Our own Rebecca Meadows has those...
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Vehicle strikes apple tree near Manson 3/6/2010
A Manson woman was unharmed after crashing her car Friday near Mill Bay.
According to a State ...
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Red light camera lawsuit dismissed 3/5/2010
Plans to install cameras at red light intersections in Wenatchee could be a little closer to reality...
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Pybus project update 3/5/2010
Wenatchee City Council members met yesterday to discuss the Pybus Market project and the city’s poss...
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Pateros still working on safety improvements 3/5/2010
Our own Rebecca Meadows sat down this week with Lois Davies, superintendent of the Pateros School Di...
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New Lake Chelan runoff numbers released 3/5/2010
Based on a March 1 snow survey, the runoff into Lake Chelan from April 1 to July 31 is estimated at ...
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Mackenzie reward raised to $40K 3/5/2010
Contributions to the Mackenzie Cowell Benefit Trust Fund combined with pledges through the Wenatchee...
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Brewster school discusses improvements 3/4/2010
A new Performing Arts Center and gym were discussed at the last Brewster school board meeting.
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Venom gears up for new season 3/4/2010
Are you ready for some football?
The Wenatchee Venom is preparing for its inaugural season in ...
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Ballfields ready by next spring? 3/4/2010
The Lake Chelan school board held its regular meeting last week, and architect Larry Hibbard present...
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Brewster teen to be tried as adult 3/4/2010
Okanogan County prosecutors have charged a 17-year-old boy, Charles T. Mustoe, with attempted first-...
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Road work in Chelan this week 3/4/2010
If you’re traveling in Chelan today:
Shoulder work is being done at the "Goat Triangle" at int...
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Chelan may revamp golf course irrigation 3/3/2010
The city of Chelan is considering a new irrigation system for its golf course.
During last wee...
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Chelan gets poor marks in buckling up kids correctly 3/3/2010
The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office has been out and about at local schools, making sure kids are buc...
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Jail partnership officially over 3/3/2010
A 25-year partnership officially came to an end Monday for the Chelan County Regional Jail.
Ch...
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Pateros school board meeting recap 3/3/2010
New school board members were sworn in at the last Pateros school board meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecc...
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Planned shooting considered three school targets 3/3/2010
A Brewster teen was arrested Saturday after allegedly using Facebook to plot a school shooting.
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Input sought for Stehekin Landing accessibility project 3/3/2010
The National Park Service is seeking public input on the Environmental Assessment for the Stehekin W...
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Senior center getting stormwater system 3/2/2010
The Chelan City Council unanimously passed a motion last week to sign a permit agreement for the sen...
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Methow firefighters raising funds for cancer 3/2/2010
Three Methow Valley volunteer firefighters will participate in the 19th annual Scott Firefighter Sta...
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Chelan spelling bee winners 3/2/2010
Chelan students placed in the top three in their respective grades at the Chelan-Douglas Spelling Be...
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Agriculture census results released 3/2/2010
A recent survey of Washington’s farms shows a mixed outlook for the agriculture industry.
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Pateros-area crash injures two 3/2/2010
Two Bridgeport men were injured in a collision just outside of Pateros yesterday afternoon.
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Brewster teen arrested for allegedly planning school attack 3/2/2010
The Lake Chelan School District issued a press release yesterday stating that a possible threat was ...
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Lighting projects on Chelan roads 3/1/2010
Lighting installation projects will begin today at a few intersections in the Chelan area.
Acc...
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Hastings on health care summit 3/1/2010
Reacting to last Thursday’s health care reform summit in Washington D.C., 4th Congressional District...
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Residents wanted for Twisp Council seat 3/1/2010
The Twisp Town Council agreed to ask for more applicants for the open council position at its last m...
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Chelan considering food service contract 3/1/2010
An update on the food service program was given at the last Lake Chelan school board meeting.
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Pateros gearing up for spring 2/27/2010
In a recent interview with Pateros Mayor Gail Howe, she and KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows talked about how ...
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Sprint boat racing gets green light 2/27/2010
It’s a go for sprint boat racing in East Wenatchee.
The city council gave the thumbs up this ...
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Weekly traffic advisory 2/27/2010
Here’s a look at road construction happening this week in Chelan County, and how that might affect d...
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What's Happening 2/27/2010
Sign up for the next hunter safety class in Brewster, attend an auction fundraiser in Twisp, and tak...
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Manson's jazz musicians travel to festival 2/26/2010
It's a dream come true for Manson's Jazz Katz, who are on their way to Moscow, Idaho to see the Lion...
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NCW entrepreneurs: What are your needs? 2/26/2010
The North Central Washington Economic Development District is asking local businesses to complete a ...
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Manson school board preview 2/26/2010
The Manson school board is holding its regular monthly meeting tonight.
It’ll begin at 6 p.m. ...
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Shoreline moratorium extension to receive public hearing 2/26/2010
The Chelan City Council voted Thursday night to set a public hearing for April, in order to consider...
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North Cascades Highway to reopen next month 2/26/2010
The Department of Transportation found lower-than-normal snow levels during a recent field trip up t...
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Police release more info in Cowell case 2/26/2010
A memorial service for Mackenzie Cowell attracted about 2,000 people to the Town Toyota Center Thurs...
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Trail project positioned to receive funding 2/25/2010
It’s been a 15-year battle by supporters to extend the Apple Capital Loop Trail to Lincoln Rock Stat...
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Wells Dam relicensing may provide funds to Pateros 2/25/2010
Pateros Mayor Gail Howe spoke recently with Rebecca Meadows about the city’s work with the Douglas C...
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Chelan Council preview 2/25/2010
The Chelan City Council is holding a regular meeting tonight.
City Administrator Jim Reinbold ...
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Winthrop resident concerned about dark skies, or lack thereof 2/25/2010
Light pollution was discussed at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadow...
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Chelan names staff of the year 2/24/2010
The Lake Chelan School District has announced its 2010 Employees of the Year.
Paul Allen is th...
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Sage grouse a protected species? 2/24/2010
A decision is expected by the end of this week on the possible listing of the Sage Grouse as a feder...
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City moving forward on large woody debris project 2/24/2010
The city of Chelan has found that a project to remove large woody debris from Lake Chelan would have...
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Growth potential discussed at Pateros Council meeting 2/24/2010
No quorum at the last Pateros City Council meeting, so no business, but lots of information.
O...
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Douglas County talks taxes 2/24/2010
Douglas County commissioners will defer to the voters any decision to raise taxes even if the legisl...
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Abduction rumor unfounded, police say 2/24/2010
The rumor mill is in full swing today.
A hoax e-mail and text message is circulating claiming ...
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England, Smith selected as new Manson Parks commissioners 2/24/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District is now whole again, with two new commissioners appointed la...
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Mackenzie Cowell memorial tomorrow 2/24/2010
Wenatchee Valley citizens prepare to say goodbye tomorrow to one of their own taken far too soon.
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Wenatchee street improvement study presented 2/23/2010
In anticipation of a 25 percent increase in traffic over the next 20 years, transportation planners ...
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Bridgeport Council meeting recap 2/23/2010
Water was the main focus at the last Bridgeport City Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows r...
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Fruit growers worried about warmer weather 2/23/2010
It may be February on the calendar, but in the orchards of North Central Washington it’s starting to...
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Manson Parks board to choose new commissioners 2/23/2010
Two new commissioners for the Manson Parks and Recreation District may be selected at a special meet...
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Generator repair project at Rocky Reach Dam 2/23/2010
The Chelan County PUD recently approved a contract amendment that assures the manufacturer will repa...
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Fire District 15 commissioner sworn in 2/22/2010
Pay increases and volunteer pay was discussed at the last Douglas Okanogan County Fire District 15 m...
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Sellar Bridge project underway again 2/22/2010
In Wenatchee, the unseasonably mild weather conditions have helped expedite work on the Senator Geor...
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County admin out with injury 2/22/2010
Chelan County Administrator Kathy Mulhall is out of commission indefinitely with a back injury.
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Hwy 97A, Beebe Bridge projects to impact traffic 2/22/2010
A rock slope stabilization project begins today on Highway 97A between Entiat and Wenatchee.
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Reward funds raised for Cowell murder investigation 2/22/2010
No new developments reported in the Mackenzie Cowell murder investigation over the past weekend.
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MOE kicks off new lunch program 2/20/2010
Morgen Owings Elementary school in Chelan has introduced a new lunch buddy program.
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What's Happening 2/20/2010
There’s plenty to do in Okanogan County: Take a snowshoe tour in the Methow Valley, or attend a tale...
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Health survey ranked NCW counties 2/19/2010
A survey of every county in the nation ranks them on how healthy residents are and how long they liv...
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New Entiat District Ranger selected 2/19/2010
The new Entiat District Ranger has been selected, and her name is Janet Flanagan.
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Will students have a seat on Methow school board? 2/19/2010
A counseling position and levies were discussed at the last Methow Valley school board meeting.
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DOT work to affect Link routes 2/19/2010
A project to stabilize a rock slope above a portion of Highway 97A is scheduled to begin Monday and ...
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Cowell homicide update 2/19/2010
Ten days and counting since Mackenzie Cowell disappeared. A law enforcement task force is still aski...
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Another drive-by suspect arrested 2/18/2010
A third suspect has been arrested in connection with a gangland shooting that occurred early Sunday ...
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Room in fed's coffers for trail project? 2/18/2010
Douglas County commissioners have doubts about the prospects of receiving federal funding for the Ro...
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House passes bill to suspend I-960, with conditions 2/18/2010
The state House of Representatives took up Senate Bill 6130 Tuesday night – the bill that would susp...
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Brewster residents speak up at council meeting 2/18/2010
Several community residents asked the Brewster City Council to put in street lights on Locust Way St...
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Man on the Street: Do you feel safe? 2/18/2010
Day nine in the investigation into the murder of Mackenzie Cowell, with still no persons of interest...
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Plane has crash landing at Pangborn 2/18/2010
There were no injuries in a plane crash yesterday at Pangborn Airport in East Wenatchee.
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Chelan Valley residents invited to town hall meeting 2/17/2010
A town hall meeting will be hosted in Chelan tonight by the Chelan County Sheriff’s Citizens Advisor...
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Working through grief 2/17/2010
The murder of 17-year-old Mackenzie Cowell sent shock waves through Chelan and Douglas counties.
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Pateros school board meeting recap 2/17/2010
The Pateros school board has two new members, chosen at a special board meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecc...
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New, cheaper animal control services contract signed 2/17/2010
Chelan County and the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society have come to terms on a new animal control con...
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Authorities still asking for help in murder investigation 2/17/2010
The task force investigating the murder of Mackenzie Cowell has set up a tip line for people to call...
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Republicans line up to oppose Sen. Murray in election 2/16/2010
The state Repubican Party has targeted Democratic U.S. Senator Patty Murray in the fall elections, a...
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Federal funding for transportation projects? 2/16/2010
It’s possible that the long awaited extension of the Apple Capital Loop Trail to Lincoln Rock State ...
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Dogs saved in mobile home fire 2/16/2010
An East Wenatchee area residence was destroyed in a Monday afternoon fire.
Douglas County fire...
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 2/16/2010
Council members approved a one-year lease of the old town hall at the last Winthrop Town Council mee...
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Public comment open for dock removal application 2/16/2010
Chelan’s parks department has filed an application to remove two cement docks at Don Morse Park, and...
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Murder investigation 'may seem slow to citizens,' sheriff says 2/16/2010
Douglas County Sheriff Harvey Gjesdal is cautioning that it could take some time to solve the murder...
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Wenatchee looking at senior housing 2/15/2010
The need for parking trumps the need for affordable senior housing in downtown Wenatchee.
That...
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Bridgeport Council meeting recap 2/15/2010
Water and filing fees were discussed at the last Bridgeport Town Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebec...
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'Overvalued' housing market not just in Wenatchee 2/15/2010
A nationwide survey conducted by CNN Money reveals Wenatchee is the second most overvalued housing m...
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Sheriff ID's body of missing girl 2/14/2010
Authorities have now identified the body of the female discovered Saturday in the Crescent Bar area ...
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PUD chairman: New possible surcharge? 2/13/2010
Chelan County PUD Commissioner Dennis Bolz tries to find a silver lining around the district’s cloud...
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What's Happening 2/13/2010
Sign up for a hunter safety class in Brewster, or attend Methow's Olympic Festival.
Our own Re...
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Sasseen, young girl found dead; loved ones hold vigil 2/13/2010
The body of a young woman was found Saturday afternoon lying on a riverbank the Crescent Bar area of...
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Chelan fire district looks for new recruits 2/12/2010
Chelan County Fire District 7 has established a firefighter recruitment committee.
Chief Tim L...
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Methow school board recap 2/12/2010
Methow Valley school board members were appreciated at their last meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Mead...
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Pangborn plans runway extension 2/12/2010
Plans to extend the runway at Pangborn Airport in East Wenatchee continue to move forward.
Ste...
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New sites named for proposed rec center 2/12/2010
A group of citizens working to bring a recreation and aquatic center to Chelan approached the city c...
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Police look for suspect who tampered with mail 2/12/2010
Possible mail thefts were reported from residents on Badger Mountain Road early this morning.
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Search continues for missing people 2/12/2010
A teenager and an elderly man are still missing in Chelan County, and large organized searches were ...
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Twisp welcomes you with new sign 2/11/2010
Grants and donation of time funded a new sign in Twisp.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows has more…...
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Hydrogen-powered bus unveiled in Wenatchee 2/11/2010
Public transit and hydrogen fuel cell technology: It all came together Tuesday at the Link Transit h...
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Chelan superintendent heading to Richland? 2/11/2010
According to an article published yesterday in the Tri-City Herald newspaper, Chelan’s school superi...
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Chelan council preview 2/11/2010
The Chelan City Council is holding a regular meeting tonight.
City Administrator Jim Reinbold ...
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Cashmere snowmobiler missing 2/11/2010
Police are searching for a Cashmere man who was reported lost yesterday afternoon while on a snowmob...
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Chelan fire board overturns resolution 2/11/2010
Fire commissioners in Chelan can no longer serve as volunteer firefighters at the same time – at lea...
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Police search Pitcher Canyon for missing girl 2/10/2010
The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in locating a missing Orondo teenager.
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Senate's proposed suspension of anti-tax law spurs outcry 2/10/2010
The Washington State Senate passed a bill today in a nearly split vote, 26-23, that suspends the two...
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Another low runoff year predicted for Lake Chelan 2/10/2010
The Chelan County PUD has issued its first preliminary runoff forecast of the year for the Lake Chel...
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Stormwater rules approved in Douglas County 2/10/2010
Douglas County commissioners have adopted new federally mandated rules for controlling stormwater ru...
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Community Development cutting hours 2/10/2010
The Chelan County Department of Community Development will be changing to a four-day work week effec...
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Rep. Armstrong explains focus on DSHS 2/10/2010
State Rep. Mike Armstrong wants to do away with the Department of Social and Health Services.
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Chelan Fire District meets tonight 2/10/2010
At tonight’s board meeting for Chelan County Fire District 7, the commissioners plan to discuss a re...
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County reviews revenue losses 2/10/2010
Chelan County finds itself in a deeper than expected budget hole at the start of the year, to the tu...
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Voters say yes to school levies 2/10/2010
Good news so far for our local school districts: Voters are approving all of the replacement levies ...
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Chelan Rotary sends relief to Haitians 2/9/2010
The Chelan Rotary has purchased ShelterBoxes to help earthquake victims in Haiti.
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Manson kids move on to county spelling bee 2/9/2010
Seventh grader Jenny Montes is the Manson School District’s spelling bee champ.
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Hastings weighs in on bipartisanship 2/9/2010
Is it possible for Congress to function effectively given the current political climate in Washingto...
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County concerned about revenues 2/9/2010
Just 40 days into the new year, Chelan County’s budget has taken a hit.
Commissioner Doug Engl...
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Low runoff braces PUD for blow to budget 2/9/2010
Chelan County PUD commissioners were presented with a disappointing financial report at their Monday...
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Collision kills Chelan resident 2/9/2010
A Chelan man died yesterday afternoon in a crash less than one mile from Cle Elum.
According t...
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Brewster Parents Night, upcoming school closures 2/8/2010
The Brewster Elementary School is hosting Parents Night this evening, and tomorrow is the deadline f...
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Man killed in accidental fuel explosion 2/8/2010
A Grand Coulee man died Thursday morning after a fuel explosion about 10 miles from the Coulee Dam.
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Pybus Market project moving forward 2/8/2010
It appears that the Port of Chelan County is getting closer to acquiring property being eyed for dev...
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Teens injured in alleged DUI-caused crash 2/8/2010
Five people were injured in a one-vehicle collision early Saturday morning, about eight miles west o...
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Ballfield bidding process postponed 2/8/2010
The Lake Chelan School District was hoping to go out to bid last week for work on the new ballfields...
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Phone solicitation scam in Chelan County 2/6/2010
The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office has been receiving calls from citizens concerned with phone solic...
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What's Happening 2/6/2010
Get ready for Brewster’s Valentine’s Day dance next weekend, or go snowshoeing and shop at a flea ma...
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Chelan school staffer given top regional honor 2/6/2010
The North Central Educational Service District has selected a staff member at the Lake Chelan School...
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Family intervention program comes to NCW 2/6/2010
Catholic Child and Family Services in Wenatchee is starting up a new program designed to help parent...
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PUD examines Lake Chelan wildlife 2/6/2010
The Chelan County PUD conducts wildlife surveys on Lake Chelan year-round.
PUD Wildlife Progra...
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Public hearing on stormwater rules 2/5/2010
Douglas County commissioners are bracing for some fireworks next week at a public hearing on new sta...
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Manson Parks asking for public input on marina policy 2/5/2010
A draft of the Manson Bay Marina policy was presented at Wednesday night’s parks district meeting.
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Chelan school board retreat 2/5/2010
The Lake Chelan school board is holding its annual retreat Saturday to review the school’s strategic...
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Manson Parks takes security steps, changes locks 2/5/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District reported a possible burglary Thursday to the Chelan County ...
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Missing man arrested as rape, murder suspect 2/4/2010
An Omak man who was reported missing last week has been arrested as a suspect in the 1998 rape and m...
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Plant sale in Okanogan area 2/4/2010
Order your native plants from the Okanogan Conservation District by tomorrow for their annual spring...
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Bridgeport bridge detour meeting 2/4/2010
If you live or work in the Bridgeport area, you’ll want to mark this on your calendar for tonight.
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Senior center set for spring opening 2/4/2010
Senior citizens in Chelan are anticipating the completion of their new gathering place on East Trow ...
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Wenatchee rape suspect arrested 2/4/2010
A 25-year-old Wenatchee man was arrested yesterday for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl on Jan. 2...
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Manson residents question board's personnel decisions 2/4/2010
It was standing room only at last night’s Manson Parks board meeting, and the commissioners got an e...
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State budget cuts threaten county fair 2/3/2010
Proposed spending cuts could impact funding that goes to county fairs across the state.
That ...
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WVC, Manson consider college course contract 2/3/2010
Representatives with Wenatchee Valley College met with the Manson school board last week.
Supe...
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Manson Parks meets tonight 2/3/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District is holding its regular monthly meeting tonight.
The m...
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Fire at Manson Laundromat 2/3/2010
Firefighters and EMS from Manson and Chelan responded yesterday afternoon to a fire at a Laundromat ...
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New train offers weather-proof fruit shipping 2/2/2010
All aboard the “cold train!”
A new rail freight business starting up next month out of the Por...
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Pateros welcoming growth 2/2/2010
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows caught up recently with Pateros Mayor Gail Howe to find out the latest news f...
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Chelan PUD introducing energy-saving programs 2/2/2010
Chelan County PUD commissioners received an update Monday on three new programs to help customers sa...
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Chelan County happenings this week 2/2/2010
The city of Chelan is filing an appeal of Chelan County’s decision not to adopt the development stan...
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Chelan considering roundabouts 2/1/2010
The city of Chelan has a few confirmed transportation projects planned for this year, including movi...
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Traffic project planned near Pangborn 2/1/2010
Improvements along Airport Way at Pangborn Airport are being made in a round-about way, literally.
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Brewster hospital board meeting recap 2/1/2010
Okanogan Douglas Hospital commissioners recently discussed the annual strategic meeting, new purchas...
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Manson school buys new property 2/1/2010
The Manson school board approved a resolution last week that enables the district to buy property at...
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Apple Blossom royalty crowned 2/1/2010
As the Lake Chelan Valley looks forward to its 90th year celebrating the Manson Apple Blossom Festiv...
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Armbruster returning to Manson parks dept. 2/1/2010
The Manson Parks District is re-hiring an employee who was fired last summer.
Parks Manager Wa...
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Teen arrested on weapons charges 1/30/2010
Police say a suspected gang member was arrested in Wenatchee Thursday after they seized a stolen han...
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LCCH receives $2K from Wal-Mart 1/30/2010
The Chelan Wal-Mart has donated $2,000 to the Lake Chelan Community Hospital Foundation.
A che...
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Chelan Soroptimists celebrate 64 years 1/30/2010
Soroptimist International of Chelan held its 64th anniversary celebration dinner earlier this week.
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What's Happening 1/30/2010
Our own Rebecca Meadows has the scoop on events and volunteering opportunities in the Methow and qua...
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Manson kids give, teachers recognized 1/30/2010
Manson Elementary School students cracked open their piggy banks last week to help children who were...
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Don't forget your flu shots 1/29/2010
Officials with the Chelan-Douglas Health District have reported that many children under 10 years ol...
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Hospital board sets EMS levy amount 1/29/2010
After a discussion lasting nearly an hour, including input from some residents, the Lake Chelan Comm...
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Reclamation District meeting 1/29/2010
The Lake Chelan Reclamation District has announced a special meeting set for next week.
Accord...
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Pateros school news 1/29/2010
The Pateros School District’s health and safety project is coming along.
Superintendent Lois D...
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Climbing for cancer 1/29/2010
Pateros firefighter Keith Zweigle has been chosen to participate in the 19th annual “Scott Firefight...
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High turnout for homeless census, resource fair 1/29/2010
Wenatchee’s homeless population appears to be growing, but it’s also evident that the community is w...
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New council member selected 1/29/2010
Erin McCardle was appointed and sworn in at the beginning of Thursday night's Chelan City Council me...
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Chelan man shot, possibly accidental 1/29/2010
A Chelan man was admitted into Lake Chelan Community Hospital Thursday for a gunshot wound to his le...
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Attorney General supports domestic abuse bill 1/28/2010
People who repeatedly beat up their partner in Washington will no longer get away with just a slap o...
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Fish tagging contracts approved 1/28/2010
Chelan County PUD commissioners have approved new contracts for fish tags and related equipment tota...
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Spring to bring transportation project 1/28/2010
A pedestrian safety project along Highway 150 in Chelan is set to begin this spring.
A prelimi...
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Fire District 15 meeting recap 1/28/2010
Two commissioners were appointed at the last board meeting for Douglas Okanogan County Fire District...
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New council member to be appointed 1/28/2010
Tonight’s Chelan City Council meeting is set to include information on transportation projects, the ...
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Parks board extends manager's 90-day probation 1/28/2010
Yesterday’s special meeting of the Manson Parks and Recreation District was entirely composed of an ...
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Meet the candidates 1/27/2010
Royalty selection for the 90th annual Manson Apple Blossom Festival will be held this Saturday night...
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Methow school to return some funds 1/27/2010
A partnership between the Methow Valley School District and the Community School was discussed at a ...
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Planning commissioner chosen 1/27/2010
Douglas County commissioners have appointed Joanne Rosenthal to the county’s planning commission.
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Chelan PUD settles employee lawsuit 1/27/2010
After debating whether to continue defending a case they felt was strong for the PUD, commissioners ...
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Ecology: County must follow stormwater rules 1/27/2010
Chelan County commissioners didn’t get much sympathy from the Department of Ecology over federally m...
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Manson Parks special meeting Wednesday 1/27/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District commissioners will hold a special meeting this afternoon.
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Chelan hospital selects likely new CEO 1/27/2010
Lake Chelan Community Hospital has found its new chief executive officer – and commissioners didn’t ...
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Chelan PUD talks fiber 1/26/2010
In light of the Chelan County PUD's budget cutbacks, where does that leave the fiber optics program,...
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Chelan Fire District special meeting 1/26/2010
A special meeting will be held Wednesday morning at Chelan County Fire District 7.
The only it...
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New cider company moves to NCW 1/26/2010
While many apple growers are turning their orchards into vineyards, an East Wenatchee grower is find...
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Manson hosting nighttime classes 1/26/2010
It’s not too late to sign up for technology classes at the Manson School District – but these partic...
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 1/26/2010
Special events were discussed at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
Our own Rebecca Meado...
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Chelan Chamber elects officers 1/25/2010
The Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce has a new board of directors for 2010.
Morgan Picton was e...
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Pateros Council meeting recap 1/25/2010
The budget and public works projects were just two topics of discussion at a busy meeting for the Pa...
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Mild winter a result of El Niño 1/25/2010
Despite the snowfall this weekend, the winter of 2010 is thus far the warmest on record in the North...
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Manson school board meets tonight 1/25/2010
Officials with Wenatchee Valley College will visit Manson tonight to talk with the school board.
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Brewster-area crash injures two 1/25/2010
An Okanogan couple was injured last night in a collision just south of Brewster.
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Help decide who wins excellence awards 1/23/2010
The Manson School District is inviting the community to participate in the annual Blue and White Exc...
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What's Happening 1/23/2010
Donate to help veterans, kids and the needy in the quad cities, and a silent auction will be held du...
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Wenatchee mall growing 1/23/2010
Owners of the Wenatchee Valley Mall in East Wenatchee are moving forward with their expansion plans....
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Armbruster returning to parks district? 1/23/2010
We reported a week ago that two commissioners of the Manson Parks and Recreation District, Tom Tobey...
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Voters to decide on local school levies 1/22/2010
Ballots are being mailed out today for the Feb. 9 special election.
Several schools in Okanoga...
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Learn composting tips 1/22/2010
Okanogan County Community Action is hosting a composting workshop in March, and space is limited.
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Men arrested at 7-Eleven 1/22/2010
Two suspected gang members were arrested Wednesday morning in Wenatchee – one on stolen weapons char...
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Input needed on proposed Link fare changes 1/22/2010
Depending on where you ride Link Transit buses, your fares could be going down or up next summer.
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Local physician earns certification 1/22/2010
The American Board of Family Medicine has announced the successful completion of its recertification...
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Twisp Council meeting recap 1/21/2010
An IACC award was given to the town of Twisp during its last council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca M...
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New tax to fund pest control? 1/21/2010
Plans appear to be moving forward to create a new taxing mechanism to fund tree fruit pest control p...
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Talk to legislators on the phone 1/21/2010
Tonight, state Sen. Linda Evans Parlette and her seatmates, Rep. Cary Condotta and Rep. Mike Armstro...
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Apply for Manson Parks commissioner 1/21/2010
Effective immediately, the Manson Parks and Recreation District is accepting applications to fill tw...
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Former Mason faces trial for forgery charges 1/21/2010
The former treasurer of the Chelan Valley Masons pleaded not guilty yesterday to seven counts of for...
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PFD selects new board member 1/20/2010
Douglas Poole has been appointed to represent Douglas County on the board of directors for the Wenat...
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Fire District finds use for airport station 1/20/2010
At last week’s meeting for Chelan County Fire District 7, the commissioners discussed moving the mai...
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Regional jail dodges layoffs 1/20/2010
How is it that Chelan County Regional Jail avoided having to layoff employees while other department...
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Tree removal in Chelan 1/20/2010
The Chelan County PUD is removing trees from its parks in Chelan this week, including the Beebe Brid...
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Parks board responds to resignations 1/19/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District will soon begin its search for two new commissioners, after...
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Safe Routes to School grants available 1/19/2010
Communities across the state have been invited to apply for grants that would increase safety for st...
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'10 transportation projects preview 1/19/2010
This year will see a lot of road construction work in the Greater Wenatchee area.
Several cong...
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Pateros school meeting recap 1/19/2010
The Pateros school board has agreed to expand the deadline for two new school board members until Ja...
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Fire District elects new chairman, talks recruitment 1/19/2010
Newly elected Chelan County Fire District 7 Commissioner Bob Gervais was voted in as the new board c...
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Wenatchee Alcoa, PUD sign agreements 1/19/2010
Chelan County PUD commissioners have given the nod to Alcoa's plan to invest an estimated $20 millio...
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Police search for break-in suspect 1/19/2010
A burglary was reported at a residence Monday morning on Chelan’s south shore.
The call came i...
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Tuscan Village gets green light 1/18/2010
The Chelan County Hearing Examiner approved plans just before the Christmas holiday for the proposed...
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Hastings introduces cabin fees bill 1/18/2010
U.S. Congressman Doc Hastings has dropped a bill that, if passed, should make some owners of vacatio...
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 1/18/2010
The mayor and two council members were sworn into office at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
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Legislators prepare to tackle $2.6 million shortfall 1/18/2010
The state Legislature began its 2010 session last week.
12th District Senator Linda Evans Parl...
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Road-blocking boulder cleared 1/18/2010
Highway 2 reopened to traffic a mile west of Leavenworth at 1 p.m. yesterday afternoon, after being ...
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Kids find dead woman in Wenatchee 1/18/2010
Authorities have launched an investigation into the death of a Wenatchee woman whose body was discov...
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Sprint boat races in NCW? 1/16/2010
It’s not a done deal yet, but it looks like the sport of sprint boat racing is on a fast track to be...
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Agencies brainstorm on Methow public lands 1/16/2010
Local, state and federal public land managers for the Methow Valley met recently to seek opportuniti...
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Grants to benefit National Forest, local communities 1/16/2010
Applications are being accepted for projects to improve the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and t...
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What's Happening 1/16/2010
Take a snowshoe tour in the Methow Valley, attend a pasta dinner fundraiser, or sign up for a hockey...
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Chelan school watching the state budget 1/15/2010
The Lake Chelan school board discussed budget concerns during its meeting on Tuesday night.
Su...
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Brewster school levy facts 1/15/2010
Ballots for the February special election will be mailed out next Thursday, Jan. 21.
The Brews...
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Bridgeport tutoring this weekend 1/15/2010
Students needing help with homework are invited to a special study session on Saturday in Bridgeport...
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Man on the Street: Legalize pot? 1/15/2010
So, how do you feel about a proposal to legalize marijuana possession in the state of Washington?
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Manson Council talks trash pick-up 1/15/2010
Three new members of the Manson Community Council officially began their service Tuesday night.
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Two Manson Parks commissioners resign 1/15/2010
The former chairman and the vice-chair of the Manson Parks and Recreation District have resigned.
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Boulder closes highway Friday night 1/15/2010
Highway 2 at milepost 99 near Leavenworth is closed through the night due to a large boulder that fe...
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PUD removing trees 1/14/2010
Over a dozen trees labeled as safety hazards by the Chelan County PUD are to be cut down at several ...
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Bridgeport Council recap 1/14/2010
A new council member was sworn into office at the last Bridgeport Council meeting.
Our own Reb...
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Candidate interviews tonight 1/14/2010
The Chelan City Council will conduct interviews at tonight’s meeting with candidates for the positio...
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Bids opening in February for Chelan ball fields 1/14/2010
Ongoing capital projects, particularly the ball fields on the new property, were discussed at the la...
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Economy impacts charter flight businesses 1/13/2010
General aviation businesses that were hit hard by the recession are hoping for friendlier skies this...
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More taxes for Douglas County? 1/13/2010
Commissioners say a local car tab tax and sales tax increase could be in Douglas County’s future.
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Chelan fire commissioners meet tonight 1/13/2010
Chelan County Fire District 7 will hold its first board meeting of the new year tonight.
Agend...
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Brewster sports changes league 1/13/2010
Brewster School District decided to move back to the 2B League in a special meeting.
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Private docks in Lakeside to stay 1/13/2010
Chelan city officials went before the Chelan County PUD this week to discuss private docks located a...
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Roadside work to impact traffic 1/13/2010
Starting at 8 a.m. Thursday, drivers in the Chelan area should use caution in the area of South Lake...
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Brewster Elementary news 1/12/2010
A parent-student luncheon will be held tomorrow at the Brewster Elementary School.
Principal E...
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Meetings tonight 1/12/2010
The Lake Chelan School District will hold a board work session this evening.
To kick off the n...
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Most Wanted suspect arrested in Manson 1/11/2010
Press Release by Chelan County Sheriff's Office Chief of Administration Jerry Moore:
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Nominate Manson school staff 1/11/2010
The annual Blue and White Excellence Awards will be announced soon in the Manson School District, an...
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Pateros to run levy 1/11/2010
The Pateros School District will ask voters to approve a replacement maintenance and operations levy...
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Lodging numbers on the decline 1/11/2010
2009 was a down year for the Wenatchee Valley lodging industry.
Tourism numbers were down las...
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Twisp license office reopening 1/11/2010
The Twisp Vehicle Licensing Agency will open Tuesday.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows has those details...
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Humane Society to get new shelter 1/9/2010
Imagine the surprised look on the faces of officials with the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society last S...
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Man injured in Dryden RV fire 1/9/2010
A Thursday evening fire destroyed a motor home in the Dryden area.
Chelan County Fire Distric...
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Pateros needs school board members 1/9/2010
With the resignation of two Pateros school board members during the last meeting, the district is lo...
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PUD introduces new energy program 1/9/2010
The Chelan County PUD is offering cash incentives to customers who add insulation and/or install new...
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What's Happening 1/9/2010
Help out local veterans, take in an art show and help high school students take a trip to our nation...
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New school bus for Manson 1/8/2010
The Manson School District will be getting a new bus this year, thanks to some extra funding.
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Brewster hoping for levy passage 1/8/2010
Voters in the Brewster School District will be asked to decide on whether to approve a two-year repl...
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Apple sales break records 1/8/2010
2009 could be a banner year for Washington’s apple industry.
Growers produced over 102 millio...
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Man charged in four-car crash 1/8/2010
An East Wenatchee man has been charged with vehicular assault after colliding with three other vehic...
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New art exhibit in Twisp 1/7/2010
Confluence Gallery’s new exhibit called “Elements” begins on Saturday and runs through Feb. 20.
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Local transpo funding in '10 1/7/2010
Douglas County officials are worried about losing local control over where state transportation doll...
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Head injury caused deputy's death 1/7/2010
The cause of death of Grant County Deputy John Bernard has been cited as severe head trauma.
T...
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Brewster watching enrollment 1/7/2010
In light of the Gebbers Farms layoffs, the Brewster School District has called a special meeting Jan...
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Brewster hospital meeting recap 1/6/2010
Okanogan Douglas Hospital commissioner Bill Bayless was sworn in for another term at the last hospit...
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Douglas County on budget watch 1/6/2010
Anticipating a slow recovery from the down economy, Douglas County commissioners are holding a tight...
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Help with investigation into deputy's death 1/6/2010
The Washington State Patrol Major Accident Investigation Team is investigating the collision that cl...
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Manson Parks meets tonight 1/6/2010
The Manson Parks and Recreation District has scheduled an internal workshop tonight for its board of...
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County planner explains resignation 1/6/2010
Business hours are changing at Chelan County’s Department of Community Development.
A new com...
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Local company fires illegal employees 1/6/2010
Gebbers Farms in Brewster recently fired a number of illegal workers following an audit by Immigrati...
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Census education begins this week 1/5/2010
Washingtonians are being asked to stand up and be counted as part of the 2010 census.
This wee...
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State reports 'significant' number of deaths from fire 1/5/2010
December saw 15 fire fatalities reported in Washington state.
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England comments on planner's resignation 1/5/2010
A county official says Bill Bailey’s resignation as director of Chelan County’s Department of Commun...
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Resident to talk about Alaskan fishing 1/5/2010
The Methow Valley Fly Fishers invite the public to a special presentation tonight on fishing in Alas...
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Manson poised to approve land purchase 1/5/2010
The Manson School District held a public hearing recently to gather community input on a potential l...
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Mountain biking trails at Stevens Pass? 1/4/2010
This summer may see the opening of the first Northwestern commercial downhill mountain bike park sou...
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Methow Valley school board recap 1/4/2010
Repairs and levies were discussed at the last Methow Valley school board meeting.
Rebecca Mead...
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Apply for a Habitat home 1/4/2010
The Lake Chelan Valley Habitat for Humanity is looking for the next family to partner with the organ...
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Real estate snapshot 1/4/2010
Some real estate sales were up in the Lake Chelan Valley as of November, but prices were down.
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Bridgeport Council meeting recap 1/4/2010
A city logo was approved at the last Bridgeport City Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows r...
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Fireworks bust in Manson 1/4/2010
Nearly 500 illegal aerial fireworks were confiscated at a Manson residence on New Year’s Eve.
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Organic recycling comes to Wenatchee 1/2/2010
Stemilt Growers is now in the recycling business with the opening of its new organic recycling cente...
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New church opens in Carlton 1/2/2010
After 60 years, Carlton has a church.
Our own Rebecca Meadows has the details…
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What's Happening 1/2/2010
Several wildlife-oriented programs are coming up this month for residents in the Methow Valley.
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Chelan, Entiat residents hurt in crash 1/1/2010
A Wenatchee man is being charged with vehicular assault and DUI after police say he caused a multipl...
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Pateros renews fire, EMS contracts 12/31/2009
Several agreements were approved at the last Pateros City Council meeting.
KOZI's Rebecca Mead...
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Year in Review: Town Toyota Center 12/31/2009
2009 saw some big changes along Wenatchee’s riverfront.
The city had embarked several years a...
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Union Valley fire station update 12/31/2009
The roof trusses for the new Union Valley satellite station were delivered earlier this week and ere...
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Teach skiing in the Methow Valley 12/31/2009
The Loup Loup will host a training session for new ski instructors this weekend.
Our own Rebec...
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Wet, heavy snow causing accidents 12/31/2009
The weather outside is frightful, and while it may be ideal for ski enthusiasts, it's proving danger...
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"Christmas At Your Place" winners 12/31/2009
Congratulations to the 2009 "Christmas At Your Place" Big Big Prize winners!
Carol Uttech: Two...
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Twisp Council meeting recap 12/30/2009
The 2010 budget was passed at the last Twisp Town Council meeting.
Our own Rebecca Meadows rep...
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More parking next to Riverwalk Park? 12/30/2009
A public hearing will be held in Chelan next month to consider an application that, if approved, wou...
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Year in Review: Jail partnership breakdown 12/30/2009
2009 will be remembered as the year of the big break-up. A 27-year jail partnership between Chelan a...
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Stemilt warehouse to rise from ashes 12/30/2009
Plans are in the works to redevelop the property formerly occupied by the historic Stemilt warehouse...
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Slowing 'em down at Singleton Park 12/30/2009
With the Singleton Park fence project shut down, the Manson community is looking for another way to ...
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Year in Review: Pangborn Airport 12/29/2009
2009 marked a year of change and expansion at Pangborn Memorial Airport.
The airport underwen...
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Man hurt in home robbery 12/29/2009
Two men have been arrested as suspects in a reported home-invasion robbery at an East Wenatchee apar...
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Taco wagon robbery 12/29/2009
Police say a South Wenatchee Avenue taco stand was held up by an armed robber over the weekend.
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Fire District 15 meeting recap 12/29/2009
Phil Brownlee of Pateros was appointed as the newest commissioner at the last Okanogan Douglas Count...
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Brewster collision on slick highway 12/29/2009
Two Omak residents were injured yesterday afternoon in a collision about a mile south of Brewster.
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 12/28/2009
The budget and appointments were taken care of at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
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Year in Review: Old killings solved 12/28/2009
Authorities say 2009 was the year two local Wenatchee area cold case murders were solved.
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Year in Review: City of Chelan 12/28/2009
As 2009 draws to a close, the city of Chelan is looking back on the achievements of the past year, a...
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Icy roads lead to Pateros-area crash 12/28/2009
Two people were injured in a one-vehicle collision yesterday afternoon near Pateros.
According...
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Chelan grad to represent WA in FFA parade float 12/26/2009
Tucker Cool, president of the Washington State FFA and a Chelan High School alum, will participate i...
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Handmade hats for kids 12/26/2009
Thousands of needy children in North Central Washington will be a little warmer this winter, thanks ...
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Preventing CO poisoning 12/26/2009
As temperatures fall, the Washington Poison Center is reminding the public to be aware of carbon mon...
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What's Happening 12/26/2009
Methow and quad city residents can help their fellow community members by donating to food banks and...
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Manson fire district, EMS seeking better coverage 12/26/2009
Chelan County Fire District 5 and the Chelan EMS are gearing up for the next step in establishing 24...
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Be fire safe this holiday 12/24/2009
The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office says safety should be a top priority this holiday season....
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Extra DUI patrols coming up 12/24/2009
With Christmas festivities going on this weekend and New Year’s Eve right around the corner, the Che...
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Methow school board recap 12/24/2009
Technology was discussed at the last Methow Valley school board meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadow...
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Chelan teachers earn certification 12/24/2009
Several Lake Chelan School District teachers have become nationally certified.
Superintendent ...
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Deputies searching for suspect 12/24/2009
A traffic stop on Golf Course Drive in Chelan yesterday morning turned into a search for a suspect w...
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Wise man reunited with stolen head 12/24/2009
The nativity scene at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Chelan has been restored just in time for Chr...
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PUD looking ahead to 2010 12/23/2009
The Chelan County PUD commissioners held their last meeting of the year this week.
Commissione...
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Manson UGA plan approved for county comp plan 12/23/2009
Over 20 Manson residents traveled to Wenatchee on Monday for a public hearing on the proposed subare...
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Food Bank holiday hours 12/23/2009
The Brewster Food Bank will change their hours for the holidays.
Our own Rebecca Meadows has m...
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Douglas County priorities for '10 12/23/2009
Douglas County commissioners have closed the book on 2009, with their last session of the year wrapp...
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County budget impacts Community Development 12/23/2009
Chelan County commissioners yesterday adopted a lean and mean budget for 2010.
It’s lean in th...
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Car vs rock accident near Entiat 12/22/2009
Two Manson residents were injured in a one-vehicle crash last night on Highway 97A, about two miles ...
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YWCA reaches out to abuse victims 12/22/2009
The Christmas season is anything but a holiday for women victimized by domestic abuse.
Steve ...
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Twisp Council meeting recap 12/22/2009
Water issues were the focus of a recent Twisp Town Council special meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Mea...
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Chelan County approves budget 12/22/2009
Empty office cubicles are the most visible signs of Chelan County’s financial state. Just before noo...
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Manson UGA hearing; England declines request to recuse himself 12/22/2009
It appears the Chelan County commissioners are getting closer to approving new development rules for...
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Murray addresses health care reform 12/21/2009
Republican senators say they're ready to do everything in their power to delay action on the Democra...
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Link hoping for economic turnaround 12/21/2009
Link Transit won’t necessarily be running on fumes next year, but the 2010 spending plan that was ad...
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Manson school hearings tonight 12/21/2009
Two public hearings will be held at tonight’s Manson school board meeting.
The first is for a ...
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Pateros school board recap 12/21/2009
Two school board members resigned during the last Pateros school board meeting.
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Manson wants input on stormwater project 12/21/2009
The Manson Community Council and Chelan County may go to voters in 2010 for funding on a new stormwa...
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Sales tax revenues down 12/19/2009
Every month, Link Transit receives a list of sales tax collections for Chelan and Douglas counties.
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Snowmobile trails open 12/19/2009
The Chelan Ranger District announced that all snowmobile trails in the Chelan area are officially op...
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Salmon habitat funding in NCW 12/19/2009
The state Salmon Recovery Funding Board announced $43 million in grants for salmon restoration proje...
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What's Happening 12/19/2009
Santa is coming to Bridgeport today.
Our own Rebecca Meadows has those details and more on upc...
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Get your regular flu vaccine 12/19/2009
Not only is the H1N1 vaccine available now to all age groups, seasonal flu shots are as well.
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Train hits UPS truck 12/18/2009
Two people were injured yesterday when a Burlington Northern/Santa Fe freight train struck a UPS van...
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County to decide on Manson UGA plan 12/18/2009
After more than a year of meetings, debates and gathering public input, the Manson Community Council...
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County workers vote for Teamsters 12/18/2009
The Teamsters Union has prevailed in a vote of Chelan County employees.
The final results in ...
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DOT gets federal money for NCW projects 12/18/2009
Thanks to lower construction bids, Washington's Department of Transportation says there is enough fe...
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H1N1 shots available to all 12/18/2009
Are you sniffling, sneezing, coughing, and running a fever? Well, 'tis the season.
But the go...
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Bridgeport arson suspect sought 12/18/2009
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the suspect who tossed a Molotov cocktail through...
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Wenatchee raises parking fines 12/17/2009
Parking fines are going up in Wenatchee.
Starting Friday if you’re caught parking too long in...
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Zimbabwe art in Twisp 12/17/2009
The Confluence Gallery in Twisp will host a special presentation on the Shona sculpture this Saturda...
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County points finger at state over loss of recycling funds 12/17/2009
Douglas County commissioners blame the state for the loss of several popular trash recycling program...
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Handmade toys for Manson tots 12/17/2009
Manson students in Kevin Amsden’s high school shop class have been busy Santa’s Helpers this past mo...
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City of Chelan looking for new council member 12/17/2009
Due to the resignation of Chelan City Councilwoman Jenae Pape-Miller, there’s a vacancy on the counc...
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Chelan trolley to become seasonal 12/17/2009
Starting Jan. 1, Link Transit will shut down Chelan’s trolley for the winter.
Eric West, Link’...
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Manson Parks board to approve budget 12/16/2009
The Manson Parks and Recreation District will hold its final board meeting of 2009 tonight.
Ne...
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District 15 firefighters honored 12/16/2009
Several volunteers were presented with awards at the Okanogan-Douglas County Fire District 15’s annu...
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Chelan PUD releases survey results 12/16/2009
A recent public opinion survey indicates Chelan County PUD ratepayers are generally happy with the s...
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Trial to hear wrongful death suit for Jones 12/16/2009
A trial date has been set in Chelan County Superior Court to hear a lawsuit filed by the wife of Man...
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Hastings on Senate health care reform 12/16/2009
Senate Democratic leaders struggled Monday to get President Barack Obama's health care overhaul on t...
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Search for PFD rep underway 12/16/2009
Douglas County commissioners are looking for someone to fill a vacancy on the governing board of the...
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Harmony House caroling tonight 12/16/2009
Brewster elementary school students will sing holiday songs for the elderly tonight at Harmony House...
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Car vs. school bus accident near Brewster 12/16/2009
A Bridgeport woman was injured in a collision with a school bus yesterday afternoon, about three mil...
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Brewster Council recap 12/15/2009
The final 2010 budget was approved at the last Brewster City Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca M...
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Stormwater rates to rise in East Wenatchee? 12/15/2009
It’s likely that residents of the East Wenatchee area will be faced with higher stormwater utility r...
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Manson Council meets tonight 12/15/2009
The newest Manson Community Council members will be introduced tonight, and the last meeting of the ...
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County still fine-tuning budget, jail contracts 12/15/2009
Chelan County is laying off seven employees this week, but Commissioner Doug England says that’s not...
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Manson FFA places 17th at state 12/14/2009
The Manson FFA sent seven members to compete in the state apple judging contest held in Wenatchee on...
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Goldmark comes to NCW 12/14/2009
Washington State’s Public Lands commissioner, Peter Goldmark, was in Wenatchee last week.
Gold...
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Twisp Council meeting recap 12/14/2009
A new mayor was sworn into office during the Twisp Town Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadow...
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Ballfields, gym project on track 12/14/2009
Construction bids are set to open this spring for the Lake Chelan School District's new ballfields a...
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Chelan Council says goodbye to Pape-Miller 12/14/2009
With the cancellation of the Dec. 22 meeting, last Thursday marked the last meeting for Chelan City ...
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Semi crash on 97A, traffic detour 12/14/2009
The southbound lane of Highway 97A is closed in the area of Tunnel Hill Winery in Chelan, after a se...
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Semi crashes near Chelan 12/14/2009
A semi rollover accident was reported at 10:40 a.m. today on Highway 97A near Tunnel Hill Winery in ...
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Education funding concerns in Gregoire's budget 12/12/2009
Governor Chris Gregoire's budget plan could cripple the state's educational system.
That's th...
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Kids learn about Ancient Egypt 12/12/2009
Manson Elementary students in kindergarten through sixth grade attended an Ancient Egyptian assembly...
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What's Happening 12/12/2009
Neighbors Helping Neighbors, toy collections, food drives – there are still plenty of ways to donate...
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Weekly travel advisory 12/12/2009
If you’re driving in Wenatchee next week, expect lane closures on the Sen. George Sellar Bridge.
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Wenatchee OKs 2010 budget 12/12/2009
After eight months of crunching numbers, the Wenatchee City Council has finally adopted the 2010 spe...
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Tree of Lights needs decorations 12/11/2009
The Tree of Lights is once again in the Okanogan Douglas Hospital lobby, waiting for ornaments.
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Chelan fire district approves tax increase 12/11/2009
Wednesday night’s meeting for Chelan County Fire District 7 was the last for 2009.
It brought ...
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Wenatchee PFD director resigns 12/11/2009
Eric Granstrom is resigning from the Greater Wenatchee Public Facility District board of directors. ...
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Douglas County cuts recycling funding 12/11/2009
Popular recycling programs have fallen victim to budget cuts in Douglas County.
The county’s ...
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Swine flu shot clinics 12/11/2009
The Lake Chelan School District is holding two clinics for H1N1 flu vaccinations. The first is today...
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Police chief reflects on Lakewood officer shootings, memorial 12/10/2009
Looking back on his 36-year career in law enforcement, Wenatchee Police Chief Tom Robbins cannot rem...
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Chelan, Manson holiday concerts 12/10/2009
If you’re in the mood to hear some live holiday tunes, Lake Chelan students have you covered.
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Chelan council meeting preview 12/10/2009
The Chelan City Council meets tonight.
City Administrator Jim Reinbold talks about what’s on t...
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Fire District sees rating improve 12/10/2009
The patrons of Douglas Okanogan County Fire District 15 may be able to receive lower insurance rates...
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Manson election results 12/9/2009
Rocky Libbey and Bob Christopher won yesterday’s election for the Lake Chelan Reclamation District’s...
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Chelan fire district meets tonight 12/9/2009
The last regular meeting of 2009 will be held tonight for Chelan County Fire District 7.
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Wenatchee house gutted by fire 12/9/2009
Fire destroyed a home in a South Wenatchee neighborhood yesterday afternoon.
It was first rep...
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No decision yet on 2010 budget 12/9/2009
Chelan County commissioners have postponed final action on next year’s budget.
Wenatchee Bure...
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Brewster sports: Moving up to CTL? 12/9/2009
Brewster School District recently held a special board meeting to discuss the WIAA league standing f...
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Scheduled outage in Entiat 12/9/2009
About 450 customers in the Entiat Valley will have a short power outage at about 10 a.m. on Thursday...
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Weigh in on Manson school land purchase 12/9/2009
The Manson School District has its eye on a parcel of land that would eventually house a new distric...
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Riazzi talks PUD budget 12/9/2009
With the approval of a $307.5 million budget for the Chelan County PUD this week, General Manager Ri...
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Budget cuts spur several layoffs 12/9/2009
Douglas County has joined the chorus singing the budget blues.
The spending plan adopted by c...
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Local company wins national awards 12/8/2009
The team behind the forthcoming mountain biking documentary “Pedal Driven” has won five national awa...
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Salvation Army manager a lifelong helper 12/8/2009
Wenatchee’s Salvation Army is under new leadership.
Lieutenant Sergio Garcia and his wife Ste...
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Chelan County still working on budget 12/8/2009
Two more layoffs were approved in Chelan County yesterday, one in District Court and the other in th...
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Lend a hand to your community 12/8/2009
Neighbors Helping Neighbors in the Methow Valley need your help, with donations of food, cash and ti...
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Budget passes in Douglas County 12/8/2009
Douglas County commissioners have adopted the county’s 2010 spending plan.
Commissioner Ken St...
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Chelan PUD approves pared down budget 12/8/2009
2010 will be another belt-tightening year at the Chelan County PUD.
Commissioners on Monday a...
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Manson elections today 12/8/2009
Elections will be held today for the Lake Chelan Reclamation District and the Manson Community Counc...
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Eastside Trail appeal rejected 12/7/2009
It appears that all legal obstacles have been cleared, allowing the Eastside Apple Capital Loop trai...
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Wenatchee Alcoa makes layoffs 12/7/2009
Alcoa has announced the layoff of 10 employees at the company's Wenatchee Works smelter.
All o...
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Hort Association comes to NCW 12/7/2009
Today is the start of the 105th annual meeting of the Washington State Horticultural Association.
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Brewster running two-year levy 12/7/2009
The Brewster School District will be going to voters in February for a two-year replacement levy.
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Winthrop close to passing budget 12/7/2009
The 2010 budget was discussed at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadow...
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Flu shots at local schools 12/7/2009
H1N1 flu vaccine clinics are coming up in Chelan, Entiat and Orondo.
The Entiat clinic will be...
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Local families to see merrier Christmas 12/7/2009
The Manson Firefighters Association will visit families in the community tonight to assist them with...
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Fatal crash kills Twisp man 12/7/2009
A 25-year-old Twisp man died in a vehicle fire early Sunday morning near Winthrop.
According t...
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Snow brings several accidents 12/7/2009
Saturday evening’s snowstorm resulted in injury traffic accidents in North Central Washington.
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What's Happening 12/5/2009
Holiday bazaars, theater productions and more are coming up this weekend in the Methow and quad citi...
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DOT talks wildlife fence, winter travel tips 12/5/2009
Winter is on its way, and that means the Department of Transportation is hurrying to finish projects...
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Radio DJ could be labeled sex predator 12/5/2009
A former Wenatchee radio DJ and convicted sex offender now faces indefinite detainment after new all...
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Riverside Drive update 12/5/2009
It’s been over a month since they held the ribbon cutting ceremony, but Riverside Drive isn’t open t...
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Brewster school meetings 12/5/2009
It may be the holiday season, but the Brewster School District isn’t slowing down: several community...
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Help law enforcement find boat motor thieves 12/4/2009
Boat motors are disappearing at an alarming rate in Chelan and Douglas counties.
Forty-three ...
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Hastings supports Afghanistan plan 12/4/2009
Congressman Doc Hastings backs the president’s strategy for ending the war in Afghanistan.
Pre...
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Union Valley station update 12/4/2009
With snow on the ground in Union Valley, construction crews working on the fire station are making s...
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Study upcoming for Pybus Market 12/4/2009
Plans to develop the Pybus Public Market along Wenatchee’s riverfront moved another step forward yes...
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Author coming to Winthrop 12/4/2009
The Methow Conservancy will present a new program on Dec. 8 in Winthrop.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadow...
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Vet memorial coming to Wenatchee 12/3/2009
A memorial to honor military veterans in Douglas County is moving forward, thanks to the efforts of ...
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County making layoffs 12/3/2009
In the final month of 2009, Chelan County is still working on finalizing its budget for next year.
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Pateros planning Christmas party 12/3/2009
Pateros Mayor Gail Howe recently talked with our own Rebecca Meadows about what’s happening in town,...
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Townhomes to bring cheaper housing? 12/3/2009
The city of Chelan is hoping that allowing townhomes will open the door to more affordable housing.
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Public invited to Twisp meeting Sunday 12/2/2009
The Twisp Public Development Authority will host a design charrette this weekend.
KOZI’s Rebec...
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No DUIs in local patrol emphasis 12/2/2009
With more people on the roads over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, law enforcement officers from W...
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Pateros school makes headway on project, levy 12/2/2009
The Pateros School District is hosting a book fair this week.
Superintendent Lois Davies has t...
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Chelan PUD reports staff reductions, bigger deficit 12/2/2009
The president of the Chelan County PUD board of commissioners says the 2010 budget projections don’t...
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Reclamation District meeting, election times 12/1/2009
The Lake Chelan Reclamation District has rescheduled its regular December meeting next week.
T...
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Black Friday recap 12/1/2009
Shoppers who endured long lines and sometimes-frigid temperatures spent only slightly more during th...
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Methow school board recap 12/1/2009
Appreciation certificates were given to several community members at the last Methow Valley School D...
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Manson stormwater meeting tonight 12/1/2009
A special meeting of the Manson Community Council tonight will address options for the stormwater mi...
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Twisp Council meeting recap 12/1/2009
Discussion on the 2010 budget was held during the last Twisp Town Council meeting.
Our own Reb...
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Chelan PUD spending, revenues down in '10 12/1/2009
Officials paint a bleak picture of Chelan County PUD's finances next year.
Budget trimming co...
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Pateros school board recap 11/30/2009
At last week's Pateros school board meeting, citizens showed up to discuss the volleyball coaching p...
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Brewster hospital examines budget 11/30/2009
The Okanogan Douglas Hospital board of directors met last week for a budget discussion. Like many ho...
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Hatchery public meetings 11/30/2009
If you want to learn more about plans to change the water delivery system at the Leavenworth Nationa...
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Darren Talley on the Chelan Goats Live on 2nd Cup Thursday 11/24/2009
Hey Goat Fans! Don’t miss the Special Edition of KOZI’s 2nd Cup of Coffee Program on Thanksgiving Da...
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What's Happening 11/21/2009
It’s that time of year… for food drives, toy drives and holiday celebrations.
KOZI’s Rebecca M...
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Police address holiday fraud 11/21/2009
‘Tis the season to be wary: Don’t fall victim to scam artists posing as charitable organizations....
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Rocky's gun shop closing 11/21/2009
It’s the end of the line for Rocky’s House of Guns.
The popular Wenatchee gun shop is closing...
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Chelan student attending major conference 11/21/2009
A Chelan FFA member will attend the 63rd annual Society for Range Management meeting in Denver, Colo...
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Link looking at decreased revenues 11/21/2009
The Link Transit board reviewed a preliminary 2010 budget this week.
With sales taxes down abo...
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'Fund a Field Trip' auction raises over $14K 11/20/2009
The first annual Manson Elementary auction last Saturday was attended by over 160 people at Banjo Cr...
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Chelan to see parking changes 11/20/2009
The Chelan City Council has approved parking enforcement recommendations made by a community task fo...
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Douglas County road gets funding 11/20/2009
The drive over Badger Mountain between East Wenatchee and Waterville will soon become a lot smoother...
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Manson fence project nixed 11/20/2009
Singleton Park in Manson won’t be getting a new fence after all.
At last night’s Parks and Rec...
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Meetings tonight in Chelan Valley 11/19/2009
An open house in Manson at 4:30 p.m. will give the community the opportunity to meet “Wai” Tim Peter...
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Okanogan County agriculture workshop 11/19/2009
The Okanogan Conservation District will be hosting a workshop this Saturday.
KOZI’s Rebecca Me...
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Manson FFA students takes first twice 11/19/2009
The Manson FFA ag mechanics team recently competed in shop/welding contests in Bridgeport and Tonask...
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Tuscan Village approved with conditions 11/19/2009
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Chelan County missing at jail meeting 11/19/2009
The most notable aspect of Wednesday’s regional jail partnership meeting in Wenatchee was who didn’t...
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Chelan PUD adopts new energy plan 11/18/2009
Chelan County PUD customers will be offered new incentives for conserving electricity next year.
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Get free mammograms in Brewster 11/18/2009
Free mammograms are available at Okanogan Douglas Hospital in Brewster.
Our own Rebecca Meadow...
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North Cascades Highway closed 11/18/2009
The North Cascades Highway is officially closed for the season.
According to an e-mail from J...
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Chelan Council debates micro park 11/18/2009
The Chelan City Council voted 3-2 last week to table a decision on the Lakeside micro park.
It...
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Port District adopts budget 11/18/2009
Chelan County Port District’s 2010 spending plan includes money for Leavenworth’s Icicle Station, as...
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Manson Parks talks budget, levy 11/17/2009
A public meeting tonight for the Manson Parks and Recreation District will address the 2010 budget a...
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Firefighters checking holiday lights 11/17/2009
This week you’ll see Chelan firefighters out and about at businesses downtown, inspecting all the Ch...
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South Chelan County gets property assessments 11/17/2009
Did someone say there’s a recession? Tell that to the property owners who lined up outside the Chela...
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County budget update 11/17/2009
Chelan County commissioners will continue concentrating on the 2010 budget this week.
Commissi...
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Twisp Council meeting recap 11/17/2009
A public hearing was held during the last Twisp Town Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows r...
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Chelan Goats make history 11/16/2009
Chelan football is making history with its 40-25 win over Royal City on Saturday. For the second yea...
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Rocky Reach feature on Discovery Channel 11/16/2009
See the dirtier side of green power next week as “Dirty Jobs” on the Discovery Channel finds the nas...
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Reading the focus of Parents Night 11/16/2009
Tonight is Parents' Night at the Brewster Elementary School.
Principal Eric Driessen explains....
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Pateros school has new roof 11/16/2009
The Pateros School District's health and safety project is coming along nicely, according to Superin...
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Brewster Council meeting recap 11/16/2009
The Brewster City Council agreed to leasing 11 lots at the airport during its last meeting.
KO...
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Chelan considers property tax levy bump 11/16/2009
A public hearing was held last week by the Chelan City Council to consider raising the property tax ...
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England's attorney: Sheriff 'violated agreement' 11/16/2009
The attorney for former Chelan County deputy Dale England is seeking to end the agreement with the s...
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Chelan Chamber awards businesses 11/14/2009
At the 2009 Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner held Thursday night, the top honor of Busi...
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City of Chelan says no layoffs 11/14/2009
The city of Chelan is nearly finished with the 2010 budget process.
City Administrator Jim Rei...
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PUD looking at another deficit year 11/14/2009
The Chelan County PUD is expecting a loss of $21 million in Utility Services net assets by the end o...
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Weekly travel advisory 11/14/2009
Here’s a look at traffic advisories in Chelan County for the next week:
Tuesday, Wednesday and...
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What's Happening 11/14/2009
More opportunities to donate, volunteer and shop over the holidays in the Methow and quad cities.
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Chelan Council member resigns 11/13/2009
The resignation of a Chelan City Council member Thursday night was met with stunned silence from her...
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Structure fire in Chelan 11/13/2009
Updated at 5 p.m.:
A Chelan family escaped a fire early Friday morning that destroyed their mo...
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Fire District 7 hears about scout program 11/13/2009
The fire commissioners of Chelan’s District 7 held a regular board meeting earlier this week.
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Pateros considers new levy 11/13/2009
The Pateros School District may have an M and O levy on the February ballot.
Superintendent Lo...
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Manson residents debate fence at Singleton Park 11/13/2009
A meeting to discuss the installation of a fence at Singleton Park in Manson brought out about 20 pe...
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Snow shuts down Highway 20 11/13/2009
The North Cascades Highway is temporarily closed at the gates at Diablo and Silver Star due to heavy...
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Lake planning to include large woody debris, water quality 11/12/2009
Chelan County is looking to combine planning efforts for three Lake Chelan interest groups.
To...
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Pateros hosts conferences 11/12/2009
Parent-teacher conferences are being held in the Pateros School District today and tomorrow.
S...
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Chelan introduces new superintendent 11/12/2009
The future superintendent for the Lake Chelan School District is in town this week.
Dr. Rob Ma...
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Methow school board meeting recap 11/12/2009
A technology levy was discussed at the last Methow Valley School District board meeting.
KOZI’...
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Knapps Hill tunnel closure 11/11/2009
The Department of Transportation is closing Highway 97A at the Knapps Hill tunnel for three days, Tu...
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Okanogan County debates wolf issues 11/11/2009
The Department of Fish and Wildlife saw a large turnout in Okanogan County this week at a public hea...
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Groundbreaking on Union Valley station this week? 11/11/2009
Chelan County Fire District 7 has awarded a bid with Collins Construction to build the Union Valley ...
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Vet reflects on his days as a bugler 11/11/2009
Veterans Day in Wenatchee will once again be highlighted this year with a downtown parade.
It’...
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Mitigating pest control funding issues 11/11/2009
Douglas County’s pest control program faces severe funding cuts next year, and that could spell trou...
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Winthrop Council meeting recap 11/11/2009
“Christmas at the End of the Road” was discussed at the last Winthrop Town Council meeting.
Ou...
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Nobody harmed in Chelan crash 11/11/2009
A Manson teen rolled his vehicle last night trying to spin donuts in some gravel. Here’s Sgt. Rob Hu...
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Former deputy: 'I knew... that I'd be vindicated' 11/11/2009
After a year of appeals and negotiations, former Chelan County Sheriff’s Deputy Dale England says an...
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Morning fog on Columbia River; highway to reopen 11/10/2009
The North Cascades have seen the first good snowfall of the winter, closing three mountain passes an...
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Meetings tonight in Chelan, Manson, Brewster 11/10/2009
Manson residents who want to weigh in on whether to build a fence at Singleton Park will have their ...
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Bomb found at Wenatchee Salvation Army 11/10/2009
There were some tense moments yesterday afternoon in Wenatchee when an apparent homemade explosive d...
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Robbery suspect arrested 11/10/2009
A 10-month old ice cream parlor robbery investigation has yielded an arrest.
Sergeant Cherie S...
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Twisp Town Council meeting recap 11/10/2009
A new police chief was discussed at the last Twisp Council meeting.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows has...
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Brewster school news 11/10/2009
The Brewster School District recently hired some new teachers and staff.
Superintendent Aaron ...
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Union responds to county employees' decertification filing 11/10/2009
A Teamster’s official disputes claims by a group of Chelan County employees who want to cut ties wit...
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Snow closes Highway 20 11/9/2009
The North Cascades Highway is temporarily closed from Diablo to Silver Star Gate.
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Auction to fund field trips 11/9/2009
Adults are welcome to a silent and live auction on Saturday evening to benefit students in the Manso...
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Special meeting to address Union Valley station 11/9/2009
Chelan County Fire District 7 commissioners may award a construction bid tomorrow morning for the Un...
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Manson comp plan hearing tonight 11/9/2009
The proposed 20-year Manson subarea plan will be up for discussion at a public hearing tonight with ...
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Fire chief reacts to bond defeat 11/9/2009
If patience is a virtue, Wenatchee Fire Chief Stan Smoke is a saint.
Smoke is left to wonder w...
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Volunteer for Neighbors Helping Neighbors 11/9/2009
Thirty years of Neighbors Helping Neighbors in the Methow Valley.
KOZI’s Rebecca Meadows repor...
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Manson Council needs candidates 11/9/2009
Updated at 4 p.m.:
Manson residents interested in running for the community council can pick u...
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Ice Harbor land swap 11/7/2009
There were a lot of questions asked this week about a proposed land swap involving state-owned prope...
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Chelan FFA wins apple tasting contest 11/7/2009
The Agriculture Department at Wenatchee Valley Community College held it annual apple tasting night ...
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State debates wolf management 11/7/2009
If you heard howling this week, it’s more likely to be a rancher or conservationist than a wolf.
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What's Happening 11/7/2009
A holiday food drive, toy drive and Veterans Day ceremonies are coming up in the Methow Valley and t...
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New election results; tie broken in Twisp mayor race 11/6/2009
The next round of ballot counts were released Friday afternoon in Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan count...
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County workers to union: No, thanks 11/6/2009
Chelan County employees apparently don’t want to be represented by the Teamsters Union, and have fil...
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Reclamation District election 11/6/2009
Three candidates have filed for two openings on the Lake Chelan Reclamation District board of direct...
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Brewster to run levy this winter 11/6/2009
The Brewster school board has decided on an amount for the maintenance and operations levy that will...
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Health officials report flu vaccine shortage 11/5/2009
The wait continues in Chelan and Douglas counties for H1N1 flu vaccine.
Health District offici...
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Environmental sustainability talks in Pateros 11/5/2009
The North Central Washington Community Success Summit Program will be held in Pateros on Nov. 18.
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County commissioners approve prelim budget 11/5/2009
A preliminary budget has been introduced in Chelan County, and staff reductions for some departments...
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Chelan FFA travels to Indiana 11/5/2009
The 82nd National FFA Convention was held this year in Indianapolis, Ind., and seven Chelan FFA memb...
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Sheriff responds to helicopter debate 11/4/2009
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Harum maintains that the department’s helicopter should not be cut from n...
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Brewster hospital protecting patients from H1N1 11/4/2009
Okanogan Douglas Hospital in Brewster is joining Lake Chelan Community Hospital and Central Washingt...
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Layoffs on horizon for Douglas County 11/4/2009
Douglas County commissioners say they’re getting closer to balancing next year’s budget.
In t...
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Enrollment boosting Manson school budget 11/3/2009
The Manson school board received a budget update during its last meeting.
Superintendent Matt ...
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Don't forget to vote 11/3/2009
It’s Election Day, and officials in Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties are anticipating a voter t...
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Public comment on development proposal 11/3/2009
Manson Growers has issued a proposal to the city of Chelan that would provide access to its facility...
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ChildFind screening at Bridgeport 11/3/2009
The Bridgeport School District is offering free development screening on Nov. 12.
KOZI’s Rebec...
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Sheriff's helicopter on chopping block? 11/3/2009
Could budget cuts in Chelan County ground the sheriff’s helicopter?
As we reported yesterday,...
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Weekly Interview: Sergeant Huddleston 11/3/2009
Javier Vargas Valdovinos, a suspect in the Nov. 1 fatal shooting of a Manson man at La Brisa Restaur...
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Chelan fire district workshop preview 11/3/2009
The commissioners of Chelan County Fire District 7 have scheduled a special meeting for Wednesday mo...
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Power out on Chelan south shore 11/3/2009
A power outage is impacting about 500 customers tonight on Chelan’s south shore, including residents...
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NCW election results 11/3/2009
Preliminary election results are in. Here are the results for contested races in Chelan County:
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Chelan hospital implements visitor restrictions 11/2/2009
Lake Chelan Community Hospital has new guidelines for visitors in response to the spread of H1N1 flu...
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Murder victim ID'ed; suspect still at large 11/2/2009
The victim in a fatal shooting in Chelan over the weekend has been identified as 44-year-old Jesus C...
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Murder victim at Chelan restaurant identified 11/2/2009
Law enforcement is still looking for a Manson man who's suspected in the murder of 44-year-old Jesus...
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'Strengthening Families' at Chelan 11/2/2009
The Lake Chelan School District is offering a program on Monday nights called "Strengthening Familie...
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Pipeline Bridge stimulates economy 11/2/2009
Wenatchee has benefited from the more than $1.4 billion in federal stimulus money spent in Washingto...
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Collisions near Bridgeport, Winthrop 11/2/2009
A Winthrop man was injured in a one-vehicle accident early yesterday morning about 14 miles west of ...
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Brewster school board meeting recap 11/2/2009
Several new school employees were hired at the last Brewster school board meeting.
KOZI’s Rebe...
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Budget cuts could mean more deputy layoffs 11/2/2009
Chelan County commissioners have faced some opposition from its department heads as everyone sits do...
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Rock Island teen found 10/31/2009
Douglas County Sheriff Harvey Gjesdal reports that a 14-year-old boy has been detained for questioni...
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Variety of Halloween costumes popular this year 10/31/2009
Halloween: It’s that time of year when it’s OK not to be yourself.
For some it can be as simpl...
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Chelan school news 10/31/2009
Monday is a late start day for the Lake Chelan School District.
Superintendent Jim Busey talke...
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What's Happening 10/31/2009
The Methow and quad cities are already looking to the holidays, from activities to charities.
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Swine flu emergency declaration? 10/30/2009
Local health care providers are making plans for an emergency declaration in connection with the H1N...
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Chelan County to make millions in cuts 10/30/2009
The Chelan County commissioners are meeting today for a budget workshop.
Commissioner Doug Eng...
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H1N1 is here; Manson to offer vaccines 10/30/2009
The Manson School District will offer free flu shots next month to students and the rest of the comm...
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"Pinocchio" auditions coming to Methow 10/30/2009
The Missoula Children’s Theatre will hold auditions on Monday for its production of "Pinocchio."
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Legislators react to Boeing's move to east coast 10/30/2009
Washington’s Congressional delegation had mixed reactions to Boeing’s decision to move the second 78...
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Candidate Interview: Bob Christopher 10/29/2009
Running for the vacant seat left by Dave Gellatly in August, Bob Christopher says he has the busines...
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Sam Reed shares election information 10/29/2009
The countdown to the general election is on, with just five days left to mail or turn in your ballot...
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Teen suspected in igniting house fire 10/29/2009
Authorities have determined a fire that destroyed a Rock Island home Wednesday afternoon was the wor...
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Chelan hospital buys land for future facility 10/29/2009
The Lake Chelan Community Hospital commissioners voted Tuesday to proceed with the purchase of a 12-...
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Manson Council meeting recap 10/29/2009
The first order of business at Tuesday night's Manson Community Council meeting was discussion of an...
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Manson school re-hires staff 10/29/2009
Manson School District Superintendent Matt Charlton says Monday night's board meeting was well-atten...
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Judge Cone obituary 10/28/2009
Chelan County’s justice system has lost one of its most prominent names.
Judge Charles Cone di...
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Wenatchee debates affordable housing 10/28/2009
Wenatchee Mayor Dennis Johnson comments on the city’s need for more affordable housing.
In his...
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Chelan kids busted for graffiti 10/28/2009
Numerous incidents of graffiti have been reported over the past few weeks in Chelan, culminating in ...
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How Habitat finances homes 10/28/2009
Sweat equity – that is, helping with construction – is just one expectation of the owner of a new ho...
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Chelan PUD expects another deficit year 10/28/2009
It’s déjà vu all over again for Chelan County PUD commissioners, as the district faces another diffi...
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Local Realtor talks homebuyer tax credit 10/27/2009
Those in the know say Washington state’s housing market has benefited from the federal government’s ...
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The Lunas come home 10/27/2009
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Sheriff Gjesdal stresses safety despite jail bed cap 10/27/2009
Is there a threat to public safety by capping the number of beds available to Douglas County at the ...
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Meetings tonight in Chelan, Manson 10/27/2009
Stormwater drainage needs will be the big topic at tonight's Manson Community Council meeting.
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Stehekin road bill on to the Senate 10/27/2009
A bill sponsored by Congressman Doc Hastings to rebuild the upper Stehekin Valley Road passed the U....
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Candidate Interview: Bob Eier 10/26/2009
In his second bid for a seat on the Chelan City Council, Bob Eier talks with KOZI's Scott Rusk about...
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Fire district budget meeting preview 10/26/2009
The public is welcome to attend a budget meeting tonight for Douglas-Okanogan County Fire District 1...
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Candidate Interview: Mary Horlebein 10/23/2009
Looking to unseat incumbent Ken Brunner for Position #3 on the Lake Chelan School District board of ...
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Candidate Inteview: Ken Brunner 10/21/2009
Running for re-election to the Lake Chelan School District Position #3 for a four-year term.
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Candidate Inteview: Ken Rau 10/21/2009
Commissioner on Manson Parks board, looking for election to Position #3, a four-year term.
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Candidate Interview: Dan Wright 10/20/2009
Chelan County Fire District 7 Commissioner Dan Wright is looking for re-election to a six-year term....
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Candidate Interview: Pat Hautenne 10/20/2009
Position No. 3 on the Manson Parks board of commissioners, currently held by Ken Rau, is being sough...
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WSU Extension on budget chopping block 10/20/2009
Ray Faini has been down this road before.
As manager of the Washington State University Coope...
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Chelan Chase recap 10/20/2009
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Chelan County considering cuts 10/20/2009
Chelan County is continuing to look at budget cuts this week for 2010.
Commissioner Doug Engla...
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Manson Parks meeting preview 10/20/2009
The Manson Parks and Recreation District will hold a regular board meeting tonight.
Commission...
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Monopoly on Lake Chelan ferry service? 10/20/2009
It was a full house at Chelan City Hall last night, where Chelan, Manson and Stehekin residents gath...
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Candidate Interview: Hal Killian 10/19/2009
Our own Scott Rusk spoke this afternoon with Hal Killian, who's running for re-election to the Manso...
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Wenatchee police chase leads to two arrests 10/19/2009
At least two suspects are in custody this morning following Sunday’s wild high-speed pursuit with au...
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Chelan residents crash on Snoqualmie Pass 10/19/2009
Two Chelan residents were injured early Saturday morning in a crash near the Snoqualmie Pass summit....
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National study supports hydropower 10/19/2009
A new study shows that dams can generate a lot more than hydropower.
The study commissioned by...
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Pateros homeschool meeting 10/19/2009
A program for home-schooled children was discussed at the last Pateros school board meeting, and ano...
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Lake Chelan ferry meeting tonight 10/19/2009
State regulators have invited the public to weigh in on the adequacy of transportation services betw...
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Candidate Interview: Lyle Bland 10/19/2009
As one of three candidates for Position No. 4 commissioner for the Manson Parks and Recreation Distr...
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What's Happening 10/17/2009
The annual Community Harvest Dinner will be held in Brewster on Wednesday, catch a showing of “Robin...
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Volunteer recruitment for Winter Olympics 10/17/2009
Eric Granstrom is looking for a few good men and women, to volunteer for service at the 2010 Winter ...
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Wenatchee roundabout ribbon-cutting 10/16/2009
Wenatchee’s newest street, Riverside Drive, was dedicated yesterday.
Mayor Dennis Johnson, al...
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Business owners wary of affordable housing 10/16/2009
Wenatchee merchants fear the city’s need for more affordable housing could impact downtown parking. ...
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Hospital looks to EMS finances, land purchase 10/16/2009
At Tuesday night’s joint board meeting with the Lake Chelan School District, Lake Chelan Community H...
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County sets Manson comp plan hearing 10/16/2009
A new hearing has been scheduled for the Chelan County planning commission to consider Manson’s prop...
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Scarecrow contest winners 10/16/2009
The results are in for the annual scarecrow contest in downtown Chelan.
According to Doug Sand...
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Graffiti reports in Chelan 10/15/2009
There were five reports of graffiti around Chelan on Tuesday.
According to Chief Jerry Moore w...
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Wenatchee arena becomes election issue 10/15/2009
The Town Toyota Center is a point of contention in the race for Wenatchee City Council seat No. 4.
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Tuscan Village hearing continued 10/15/2009
The hearing for the proposed Tuscan Village development in Chelan has been continued until next Wedn...
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Chelan County still in the red 10/15/2009
Chelan County is now projected to end the current budget year with at least a $1 million shortfall. ...
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Candidate Interview: Bob Torgerson 10/15/2009
Chelan Fire Commissioner Bob Torgerson and KOZI's Scott Rusk talk about the current state of Chelan ...
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Candidate Interview: Rick Nedrow 10/15/2009
Rick Nedrow is running for Commissioner Position No. 3 at Chelan County Fire District 7.
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Commissioners look at I-1033 10/14/2009
Tim Eyman’s latest anti-tax initiative is attracting a lot of attention and concern at city halls an...
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Twisp-area accident injures three 10/14/2009
Three people were injured yesterday in a two-vehicle crash about 11 miles east of Twisp.
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Unemployment down in NCW 10/14/2009
The monthly labor snapshot for Chelan and Douglas counties indicates an improving economy.
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Chelan fire district meeting preview 10/14/2009
The 2010 budget will be one topic at tonight’s board meeting for Chelan County Fire District 7.
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Manson Parks finds new director 10/14/2009
A new parks director has been chosen for the Manson Parks and Recreation District.
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Candidate Interview: Skip Morehouse 10/14/2009
Chelan City Councilmember Cameron "Skip" Morehouse talked with KOZI's Scott Rusk today about his bid...
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Candidate Interview: Shannon Byquist-Freels 10/14/2009
The races for the Manson Parks and Recreation board of commissioners are heating up.
Shannon B...
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Okanogan County hunting booths 10/13/2009
Omak and Twisp will provide some hunter information booths this week.
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Free dental work for Bridgeport kids 10/13/2009
Bridgeport parents and relatives are invited to a sixth grade parent lunch tomorrow at the school.
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Chelan fire commissioner, business owner debate accountability 10/13/2009
During yesterday’s monthly luncheon hosted by the Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce, new fire chief Ti...
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Cold weather affects apple crops 10/13/2009
If you’re an apple grower here in North Central Washington, you’re probably wondering what else Moth...
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Stolen wallet turns up intact 10/13/2009
A Chelan County Sheriff’s official said a woman “got lucky” yesterday at the Chelan Wal-Mart, when h...
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Meetings tonight in Twisp, Manson, Chelan 10/13/2009
It’s going to be a busy evening in our local communities, with several public meetings to choose fro...
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Phone scam reported in NCW 10/13/2009
Sheriff’s offices in Chelan and Douglas counties received numerous complaints yesterday about what a...
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Candidate Interview: Bill Boosman 10/13/2009
KOZI afternoon host Ray McNeal talked with William Boosman, who's in the running to become the mayor...
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Watch your ER visits 10/12/2009
Our own Rebecca Meadows reports on flu information from Okanogan Douglas Hospital in Brewster…...
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Water District race heating up 10/12/2009
Normally a contested a seat on the East Wenatchee Water District doesn’t attract a lot of attention,...
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Pateros school workshop tonight 10/12/2009
The Pateros school board will hold a public meeting tonight, after making the decision to have two m...
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City restricts shoreline development 10/12/2009
The Chelan City Council passed a temporary moratorium on the development of waterfront properties la...
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Man in the Street: Swine flu 10/12/2009
So, how concerned are you about the swine flu? With all the media attention on the flu pandemic and ...
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Workshop to address Manson subarea plan 10/12/2009
The Chelan County planning commission is holding a public workshop tonight on the proposed Manson su...
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Candidate Interview: Tracy Zahn 10/12/2009
KOZI's Scott Rusk talked today with Tracy Zahn, who's running for re-election for the Bridgeport sch...
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Roads open near Beehive burn 10/10/2009
A few roads that have been closed near Wenatchee since Oct. 2 due to the Beehive prescribed burn are...
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Malaga power outage next week 10/10/2009
Utility work at the Malaga substation will require a power outage from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 17.
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What's Happening 10/10/2009
Festive fall events are coming up starting this weekend in Okanogan County.
Our own Rebecca Me...
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Former hospital CEO gets restraining order 10/10/2009
Former Chelan hospital CEO Dave Bernier has obtained a restraining order to block the hospital from ...
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